Page 63 of Laws of Love
The conversation shifted, and they talked about their upcoming cruise in a few months and the things they’d planned on doing at the different places they docked.
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Aiva watched as Knox nodded at whatever the three men who stopped him were saying, and she couldn’t help but smile as one pulled out a pen and handed it to him to sign something. He’d excused himself to the restroom, and they’d stopped him on his way back. Aside from being out with him and Yasmine or bumping into each other when she had Kaley, their dates had been private. She hadn’t seen this happen before. Aiva assumed people gave him more space when he was with his child.
“My apologies, baby,” he stated when he returned to their table.
“It’s not a problem. I don’t mind you talking to your fans.”
He picked her hand up from the table and kissed the back of it. They were waiting for their dessert to come.
“Do you know what Mia and Yasmine have planned for Mother’s Day?”
“I know they’re going to brunch and to get their nails done. I took Yas to pick out a gift for Mia this morning.”
“Are you doing something special for your mom?” Aiva asked, picking up her glass.
“I got her a gift, and I’m going to visit her and take her to lunch while my dad sets up his surprise for her. What about you?”
“Meila and I are taking our mom to a movie she mentioned wanting to see, and we’re going to take her to dinner.”
Their server arrived, dropping off their shared dessert before leaving them alone again. Aiva took a bite of the moist molten chocolate cake. It was her favorite dessert to order when she frequented the restaurant.
“I know you haven’t decided if you’ll accept Yas’ invitation, but I thought I’d send you the information tonight. That way, you’ll know the game plan if you decide you want to come.”
“It was so sweet of her and you to invite me, but I don’t want to impose on your father/daughter trip.”
“If it were going to be an imposition, I wouldn’t have seconded her invitation. You’re welcome to if you want to come, and if not, it’s fine.”
Aiva nodded as her brother’s words ran through her mind. She knew he was right, and it was better for her to go with the flow and not try to put timelines on the relationship. Her aim was to ensure Yasmine was comfortable with her dating her dad before they spent extended time together. However, from the conversation she had at the park with the little girl, she got the feeling that Yasmine was more than comfortable.
Once Knox sent her the information, she would check the dates against her schedule and see if it was something she could make happen. If it required her to move too much around or if she had mediation or court dates scheduled that week, she wouldn’t be able to go, but it wouldn’t hurt to look.
“Did you enjoy going to the spa with your sisters?”
“I did. We all went, even the youngest two, and Kaley was more interested in eating the cucumber slices than anything else.”
Knox chuckled. “She has priorities.”
“That’s for sure. I think she ate enough slices to form two cucumbers. Have you decided if you’ll participate in either of the campaigns you were asked about?” He’d told her on the phone about them.
“I’ve ruled the cologne out. They sent a description of the fragrance and which one on the market it’s similar too. It happens to be one that I don’t prefer, and I’m not willing to advertise something I wouldn’t wear.”
“I understand that. So, you’re still on the fence about the sleepwear?”
“I am, but the creative director wants to fly in for an in-person meeting. I’ll talk to them and decide from there.”
They finished their dessert, and their server returned with their check. Aiva reached into her purse for cash to leave a tip after Knox placed his card on the bill.
“What time are Yasmine and your babysitter expecting you?” Aiva asked once they were outside.
Knox looked at his watch. “Yas should be in bed already, and Molly’s good for a couple more hours. Was there something else you wanted to do?”
“I just wanted to walk around for a bit, take in the night lights.”
They were downtown, and the area was lively. She had expected nothing else for a Saturday night, but she always enjoyed walking around and seeing what was happening. While the usual businesses were open, there always seemed to be vendors or some special activity happening every weekend.
“Sure, gorgeous. We can do that.”
