Page 32 of A Play for Love

Shit.

“Is it really about the wedding, Sofia?”

“A small part of it.” She cupped my chin in her hand and softly kissed my lips. “You go, do your lecture, and get back home.”

“Babe, I really wish—”

“No, Nathan. End of discussion.”

“I don’t feel comfortable leaving you here alone with that brace on your leg. You can barely get around as it is.”

“We have a village.” She held out her arms. “The family will help out. And we have our genius daughter. So don’t worry.” She kissed my lips and stood up. “Besides, Ella can’t miss school. It’ll be her first week at Oak Crest.”

I sighed as I leaned back on the couch and placed my hands behind my head.

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After picking out our cake flavors and design, I walked Gwen to the door.

“Thank you again, Gwen.”

“You’re welcome, Dr. Kind. It is my pleasure to make another wedding cake for your family.” She smiled.

“Thanks, Gwen. You know I love you!” Conner grinned as he held up his fork and the plate with the coconut lime cake on it.

“You’re welcome, Conner.”

“The girls are coming over for a couple of hours to help with the wedding invitations,” Sofia said.

“I can help, babe.”

“You’re sweet, but we’re having girl time. Take your brothers and go down to the beach for a while.” She reached up and kissed my lips.

“You heard the boss.” Conner grinned. “Let’s go.”

“When is Ella coming home?” I asked.

“Aunt Barb just texted me and said they’re at dinner, and she’ll bring her home soon.”

“Okay. Do you want me to take Nicholas with me?” I asked.

“No. He can stay here.”

Conner walked to the refrigerator and grabbed a few beers.

“Really? Don’t you have your own beer at home?” I asked.

“Yeah, but yours is closer.” A smirk crossed his lips as he handed me a bottle.

CHAPTER12

Nathan

“Now, can you tell us how it went at Oak Crest today?” Jackson asked as my brothers, cousins, and I sat around the bonfire.

“She starts Monday and will attend three days a week. She’ll be doing virtual accelerated college courses for the other two days.”

“That’s my girl.” Conner grinned as he tipped his beer bottle against mine.

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