Page 25 of Paradox
“And you’re confused about…?”
“I’m confused about why you’re showing it to me in a box instead of on my sister’s finger.”
“I haven’t figured out how to ask her yet.”
“It’s not rocket science, bro, just four little words.”
“What didyousay?”
“Actually, I only used two words. I took a knee and told her to marry me.”
“That’s it?” I raise a brow.
“Yeah, that’s it. Not like she was going to say no. My sister won’t either.”
“I know. I just want it to be special.”
“Ellen did flowers and candles for me when I proposed to Raven. Maybe you could do that, too.”
“I don’t think so, but I’ll figure it out. I want to marry her before the baby is born.”
“Good idea. I know she’s always regretted that she and Eddie waited.”
“I know.” He closes the ring box, handing it back to me. “So, what the fuck is going on with you?”
“Waiting for the prospect to bring Britney and the kid to the lab. We’re going to get the tests done so I can put Raven’s mind at ease. We talked some and I think she believes me, but I want to make sure.”
“And after?”
I glance up at a nurse who passes by on her way to Raven’s room, smiling down at us where we’re sitting on the floor by the door.
“I have no fucking clue.” He lets out an exasperated sigh. “As if that’s not enough, get this. Those bruises I saw on Raven a while back? Turns out it was Lonnie.”
“Really?” My brows shoot up in shock. “I knew they didn’t get along, but I didn’t know things were that bad.”
“Me neither, but it gets worse. That business with her piece-of-shit landlord? Also set up by Lonnie.”
“Fuck. I would never have expected that.”
“I know. Now I’ve got two women I’ve fucked causing problems. I hope no more come out of the woodwork.”
“I don’t envy you, brother.”
“Wanna switch? I’ll give shorty the ring and you can handle Britney and Lonnie.”
“No way.” I chuckle. “I’ll offer some assistance, but that’s all you, man. What are you going to do about Lonnie?”
“I can’t even think about that right now. One fucked-up situation at a time. I have Razor keeping an eye on her at the clubhouse.”
The nurse steps out of Raven’s room, and we both look up at her.
“Excuse me, gentlemen. Mr. Hunter, your wife is awake and asking for you. I’m going to fetch the babies.”
“Thanks.”
We leave our seats, heading into the room. Glancing up at the door when it opens, Raven gives us a sleepy smile.
“Hey, babe.” Gage kisses her forehead. “You sleep okay?”
