Page 126 of Somewhere We Belong

“Are you happy, Sol?” I asked on a whim.

“The happiest,” she whispered. “Can they be my daddies?”

“Let's revisit that question in maybe a year, Honey,” I said, leaning back. “Right now, we are still dating and well, things can happen, so let’s wait a little while before we ask them.”

“I’ll just have to wish for it tomorrow,” she said, rolling on to her side, hugging a unicorn plushie.

“Goodnight, Sweetheart,” I said, standing up.

“Good night, Momma; I’m glad you are my momma,” she said, as I reached the door.

“I’m glad too, Baby Girl,” I said, closing the door as my eyes grew misty.

Kids said the sweetest things and you always had to soak them up because ten minutes later they would tear you down like the gremlins they are. I wiped the stray tear as I heard a snort, and I almost laughed. She had snuck Hula Hoop back in the house again.

That was a problem for the guys. I grabbed blankets, making my way outside when the door opened. Before I could open it, Webber wobbled in.

“Sorry, Nova,” he said, moving out of the way quickly.

“Do you need something? Or can I help you?”

Webber shook his head. “I’m gonna go lie down, I’m beat.”

I had no idea what had happened, but Webber looked like a wet puppy and I felt bad for him. “I can help you.”

“Nah, I’m good,” he said quickly. “I live alone in Denver, so I’m used to it.”

“Just cause you're alone doesn’t mean you can’t ask for help or take the help someone offers,” I said. “I know it's hard, trust me I know. I’m stubborn as hell.”

“I’m really ok,” Webber said automatically, and it made me feel for him more.

“Alright, well if you do need anything, holler,” I said, opening the door seeing him walking with his crutches with his head down.

I sighed, hoping they got their shit together soon. Webber seemed like a nice guy, but sometimes that’s not all a relationship needed. I walked outside to see the sun almost completely down. Luke sat with Camila and Genevieve on either side of him as they talked about something that was making them laugh. They were so damn cute together.

Feeling eyes on me, my guys were all looking my way. I blushed at their attention and the last few weeks had seemed to intensify our bond. I sat between Colt and Atlas, staring at the flames.

“How are ya, Mama?” Atlas said, as I snuggled next to him.

“I’m doing really good,” I sighed. “Perfect in fact.”

“So, we have a question,” Theo said on the other side of Atlas.

“I have an answer.” My heart beat faster.

Why did I automatically think they were going to propose? Was I ready for that? Were we ready for that? God, why did they have to ask me that question?

“Cielo, you need to chill out,” Colt chuckled.

“Sorry, that was just a loaded question.” I slapped his thigh.

“It’s about Sol’s birthday present, but also we need your approval,” Atlas grinned.

“Oh no, what are you guys thinking of getting her?” I grumbled, hoping it wasn’t anything too crazy.

“We want to know if you will move in with us?” Theo asked softly.

I sat up, looking back at them.

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