Page 34 of Dali: The Demolisher

For a while, I was so in awe of her being mine that I couldn’t even go to sleep. All I could do was watch her sleep and memorize every inch of her beautiful face. Eventually, I was filled with so much peace and relaxation that I lowered myself on the bed fully and went to sleep too.

The Next Morning

Being wokenup with my dick in Kassadee’s mouth was a hell of a start to my day. After that, we showered together, and she fixed me breakfast. Since she didn’t have to go in until eleven, we decided to go for a walk before I did a more intense workout. Even with Kas being thick as fuck, she was toned and did Pilatesand light cardio to keep her coke bottle shape. Today, however, was a rest day for her, so I figured she’d get back in bed while I was gone.

While we walked, we talked about things couples learned about each other during that get to know you stage. We already knew about each other’s hobbies and interests because of our friendship, but we did talk about our love languages, wants, needs, and offerings when it came to a romantic relationship.

My love languages were physical touch and food, and hers were service and gifts. All I’d ever wanted was her, and she wanted a love that was just for her. I needed partnership, and she needed security. I offered her all that I was, had, and whatever she needed. Kas offered her womanhood and everything that came with that.

“So babies?” she asked. “By thirty-five, right?”

“Right… but there’s also no rush. It’s your body, so we can get started on our family whenever you want to.”

“Hmm… I think that might be a fair age. It definitely won’t be after forty.”

“You want to work, or can I take care of you?”

She looked up at me with a smile. “I’ll never stop you from paying my bills, but I do love working at the bar. I don’t see myself stopping any time soon.”

“And what about law school? You still thinking about going?”

“Yeah, but not any time soon. Maybe in my thirties before we start our family. Any more business ventures in mind for you?”

“Not really. The sponsorships and endorsements are still rolling in even though I’m retired. I’m going to ride those out until The Demolisher is no longer relevant.”

She scoffed and wrapped her arms around me, stopping our steady pace. “You willalwaysbe relevant.”

I dropped a kiss to her lips as I wrapped my arms around her as well. “Thank you, baby. Eventually, though, the lights andattention will fade, and I’m okay with that. I do want to live a quiet life with you.”

“Same. I want weekend concerts, random trips, and days filled with nothing but cuddling and TV.”

“We can make all that happen… sooner than you think.”

I saw the curiosity dancing in her eyes, but she didn’t ask me what that meant thankfully. I wanted to keep the surprise of our first date hidden for as long as I could, and if she asked too many questions, I’d end up spilling all the beans.

19

Kassadee

I was content.

I was happy.

I was excited about life… and love.

For the past week, Dali and I had slipped into a new normal. We spent four nights together, alternating between his place and mine. Somewhere within the big gestures and smaller ones, I allowed myself to rest in the fact that Dali really did love and want to be with me. That truth gave me the confidence and security to completely open myself up to him and the thought of our future together.

I’d been occupying myself in his home with puzzles and coloring books while he did his thing. Because that was another intentional way he loved me—making sure my hobbies were in his home along with my favorite foods and drinks. As music played, I hummed along, in my own little world. When the door creaked open, I looked back to find him fully dressed in all black.

“Ooh, you look handsome. Where you going?”

“To the airport and so are you. It’s time for our first date.”

I hopped up quickly as I asked, “Can I know where we’re going now?”

“Yes,” he answered, pulling me into his arms. “We’re doing what we both love… going to a concert and traveling.”

“Who are we going to see?”

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