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“Doesn’t bother me one way or the other.” I shrugged.
I began to discard my clothing and she stopped me as soon as my hand met my shirt’s top button. She pulled the covers from over her legs then scooted to the end of the bed, hand still attached to me. She stared deeply into my eyes, taunting the wickedest thoughts to surface.
She took her time undoing each button, keeping that sultry gaze on me. Her hands glided up my torso and along each of my shoulders. Those soft fingers slid my shirt off, making chills roll across my skin. She smirked at the realization then went to work on my belt buckle.
“Keep licking your lips like that and I’ll make sure I empty the rest of our kids right down that tight ass throat,” I warned.
“I’m looking forward to it, with your nasty ass.” She giggled then pulled my belt until it came through the final loop of my slacks.
She unzipped me then waited. She knew I would want to shower first but that lust in her eyes told me she was ready to join me. That hunger in her eyes was why her ass was pregnant now.
I slid my hand into hers and led the way. She pulled away and went to start the shower then grabbed a fresh towel. I smirked as I leaned against the doorframe. She was making sure I hadeverything I needed without a word from me. She straightened the towels and made sure they were level with equal amounts in each pile.
“Already nesting? I admit, it’s kind of cute,” I said.
“Huh?” She turned to me with a scrunched face then looked at the things in her hand then at the linen closet. She shook her and let out a light giggle.
“Yeah, I guess I am.”
“You’re going to be one fine ass mama, baby.” I wrapped my arm around her and nuzzled her neck. I peppered her with kisses until I felt the smile rise on those cheeks. I knew she was wary about becoming a mother, especially without having the results. But we both knew and it was the first time she’d admitted anything close to being pregnant.
“Armond, I’m scared.”
“Of what exactly?”
“What if I’m one of those pregnant women you grow to resent? What if I have this baby and I’m not the same Brandy I was before having them? Why would you love me like that?”
I sighed, trying not to let my frustration show. I knew where this line of questions was coming from, and even with the bastard dead, he was still haunting my girl. She was so afraid of things going wrong that she barely looked at what was so right between us. But that didn’t matter at the moment. What she needed was security and I’d show her I was nothing like that bastard.
“Firstly, Brandy, my heart… there’s nothing like experiencing the miracle of life with the person you love. I didn’t think children were in my near future, but I’ve always looked forward to when the time comes. Yes, you’re going to change, but it’ll be in the most beautiful way. You’re giving your all. Every molecule, atom, and blood cell. You’re keeping yourself healthy so ourbaby can grow and be born healthy. You’re going to be beautiful every second of every minute. Yeah, you’ll be a moody asshole...”
That made her laugh.
“…But I’m looking forward to it. The late-night runs. The midday snack sessions. The cravings that’s going to drive you insane because you want to attempt to stay healthy but lil mama ain’t gon’ have that.” I chuckled.
Tears were falling from her eyes as she nodded and I quickly swiped them away. I cupped her face with both hands and stared at her while her eyes danced wildly with mine.
“Breathe. It’s alright, honeybee. I’m here for the long haul,” I said softly.
“You’re always working though. You’ll hardly have time for me.” She pouted.
I shook my head because there was no way she believed that lie. I dropped my hands, took a step back, and examined her. Those slouched shoulders, that frown she wore, I didn’t like that shit. I’d just show her better than I could tell her but that didn’t mean I wasn’t going to try to lighten her spirits.
“Giulia is taking over auctions, Gino and Carlo will be taking over for Arlando and me within the next three months. I’ve been planning my retirement long before you came along, honeybee. Now, you can find comfort in knowing your man was going to have you covered regardless. If I’ve got to spend all morning holding your hair up so it won’t fall in the toilet then I’ll do that. If you feel like binge watching some dumb shit likeTwilight, then we’ll do that shit too. Brandy, I’ve been all in since I met you. When will you see that I was damn serious?”
“I’m really pregnant, Armond?”
“You’re really pregnant, honeybee.”
“We’re having a baby?”
“Damn right.”
She smiled then squealed like a schoolgirl and tossed her arms around me. All my baby ever needed was reassurance and I’d always give her that. No shopping spree, dinner, or fancy trip would ever top the confirmation one needed at times to feel secure in their situation.
I believed something shifted in our relationship tonight. Maybe she finally realized I was here to stay and was at peace with it. Or maybe she realized I’m nothing like the motherfucker who tried to tear her down for years. I’d gladly spend the same amount of time and more building her right back up.
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