The CEO’s Perfect Mistake

Ashton's POV

Megan's words didn't faze me because I am 100% percent sure I am Axel's father. She can deny it all she wants, but even if we have a paternity test, I am confident he is my son. She couldn't fool me, and I know Megan was afraid I would be a constant visitor to her house if she would tell me the truth. It made me feel more confident about staying outside her home because I wanted Megan to realize I wanted to be part of her life again as Axel's father.

I didn't leave Megan's home, and I was still sitting on her front porch waiting for her to come out again; and I texted Isabelle and told her what had happened. I also sent a message to Alice, and her reply made me more determined to stay, and I don't care if I will not eat the entire day, and I will be having a hunger strike in front of her mansion until Megan gives me a chance to speak with her. And I felt relieved when I saw Clara get out of the house.

"Don't go yet, Ashton. I am sure the moment Axel wakes up and sees you, he will be excited to spend more time with you, and I am sure Megan can't say no to her son. Just wait a little longer, and he will come down soon." She said, and I felt so happy that I've got support from the people close with Megan, and I hope Megan will be like them. She will give me another chance to show her that I still feel the same way towards her, and I want her to know I tried to redeem myself whatever it takes and do the right thing this time.

"Thank you so much, Clara. I appreciate all the things you have done for me." I replied.

"I wanted Axel to be happy, especially now that his dad is on tour. He missed Gael so much." She declared, and I felt my throat dry when I heard those words, and I wanted to remind Clara that I am Axel's dad. She may know I am Axel's biological father, but she was used to having Gael around.

And I felt so jealous of the heartthrob sensation of the country, and I couldn't help myself from worrying if I was already too late. Watching Megan's angry face made me think she likes Gael more than me, and I can't blame her if it happens because I wasn't there for her and our son for so many years, and it was him who helped my girl both emotionally and financially.

Clara got back inside while I was still waiting for Megan to have her morning run, and I was also hoping I could take a glimpse of her angelic face once again. I was walking back and forth on the balcony, thinking of possible ways to sway Megan, and I was hoping I could find a way to make her believe I am now a different man. 

"Uncle Ashton!" I heard Axel's sweet voice behind me, and my worries suddenly disappeared when I looked at his cute face. It hurts me that he was calling me uncle, but I still felt so delighted that he seemed glad to see me, and when he ran to me and hugged me, I had to control myself from crying because I didn't want him to wonder why I was crying. My son was still in his pajamas, and he looked so adorable; and how I wished I would have a chance to have him in my arms and tuck him on his bed, and most of all, I wanted to read him bedtime stories.

"Did you come to visit my mom?" He asked, and I got confused on how to answer him. I don't want him to know that I am now her mother's number one enemy. And I am sure Megan will never show it to our son that she hated me, and I smiled as I realized Clara would be right; she can't say no to our lovely child.

"Yes, I came here to visit you and your mom, I know it is bad if I will ask you not to tell your mom, I visited you in your school, and we talked about football, and.." I trailed off since I didn't want my son to lie to his mother, and he put his finger on his lips.

"Don't worry, Uncle Ashton. I know mom is allergic to football, so that it would be our little secret. It was fun to be with you, and I hope you can play football with me today." He said, and I smiled while I ruffled his hair, and then he was running away from

me, and I could tell he wanted me to run after him, and I couldn't stop myself from feeling so excited playing with Axel early morning. 

When he looked back and saw me running after him, he giggled, and then it felt so wonderful to hear Axel's laughter, and I couldn't stop laughing with him, and since he was still a little kid, I was able to catch up with my son right away. And I put my hands on his waist, and I picked him up and brought him into the air while I turned him around, and he was laughing the entire time. And I couldn't put into words how happy I am right now, even if I am still worried about Megan's reaction if she finds out I have quality time with our son. 

My smile faded and was replaced with worries when I found Megan watching us with tears in her eyes, and I wondered if she hated me that much. And I slowly put Axel's feet on the ground as I was staring at Megan's face, and she immediately wiped her tears away when Axel's turned his head and looked at her. Megan sweetly smiled at our son, and how I wish I would be the receiving end of her beautiful smile like the old times.

"Mom, uncle Axel will teach me to play football." Our son said as he ran towards her, and he took Megan's hand.

"Oh, no, baby, your uncle is a very busy man," Megan replied, and I could tell right away she wanted me to leave, and I put my hands in my pockets as I listened to their conversation.

"No, he said he came here to visit you and me, and he is excited to play football with me, and it would be more fun if you would join us, mom," Axel said, and I couldn't stop myself from chuckling.

"Ashton, you are busy today, right?" Megan gave me a fake smile, and I gave her a genuine smile.

"Nope, I have all day, Megan," I replied, and I could see the disappointment in her face, but when she looked at Axel, she was smiling from ear to ear.

"Axel, why don't you get inside and get your ball first while I will talk with your uncle." Megan softly said at Axel, and our little boy nodded his head, and he waved at me, and I could see the excitement on his face before he ran back to the house.

"What are you doing, Ashton?" Megan asked in a calm voice as she walked closer to me. And I could tell she was controlling herself because anytime Axel would come back, and her natural intoxicating scent wanted me to take her into my arms right away, but I didn't want to fuel her anger. So, I stayed frozen on my feet while staring at her beautiful face.

"I wanted to know him, Megan," I said.

"I told you he is not your son. Can't you understand a simple sentence?" She asked.

"I know Axel is my son, Megan, and you don't need to hide it from me," I said with confidence, and she laughed while she was shaking her head.

"Why are you so sure about it, Ashton? Do you think after you hurt me and drove me away, I will spend my entire life waiting for someone like you? I didn't waste my precious time reminiscing my past with you because you are not worth it. Besides, you don't have any evidence that Axel is your son." She said, and I was a little hurt with her words, but I knew it was nothing compared to what I had done to her.

"I don't need evidence, Megan," I said softly.

"Gael is Axel's father." She firmly said, and it was my time to laugh.

"I know you, Meg," I said as I tried to cup her face, but she swatted my hand right away, and I put it back on my side.

"Don't ever dare touch me again." She hissed.

"I am sorry, Meg. Can you wait for me? I need to get something from my car." I declared, and before she could answer me, I ran towards my car. And I felt so glad that Megan was still standing on the ground where I left her. I walked closer to her, and I handed her the paper bag. I brought it with me just in case she tried to deny everything.

"What is that?" She asked in a stern tone, and I could see the confusion in her eyes.

"I just want you to look at its content, and after checking what is inside the paper bag, tell me again if Axel is not my son." I declared, and she was looking daggers at me.

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"And why do I need to do that?" She asked, and I smiled at her.

"So you will know what I am talking about," I replied, and I winked at her. I witnessed how Megan's face turned bright red, and just on time, Axel returned happily with the ball in his hand. I took Megan's wrist and put the paper bag handle on her palm, and I left her looking so alarmed, and I was grinning from ear to ear as I realized I had done my initial plan, and that is coming into Megan's territory.. And I felt so triumphant as I turned my full attention to our little boy.