Page 13 of A Kind Wedding: Christian & Charleigh

“You all know we’re in deep shit, right?” Nathan asked.

“Yeah, bro, we know.” Conner sighed.

After we finished surfing, I told my brothers and cousins that I’d meet them at the bike shop at noon. When I entered the house, I saw Charleigh leaning up against the island, sipping her coffee.

“How was surfing?” A grin crossed her beautiful face.

“Not bad.” I brushed my lips against hers.

“Coffee?” she asked.

“That would be great. I’m going to run upstairs and take a quick shower first.”

“How are the guys?” she asked.

“Nervous as fuck.” I laughed. “They’re going to need you for support when we get back.”

“I’ll be ready.” She let out a sigh.

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Ihopped on my bike and drove to the bike shop. My brothers and cousins were already there looking at their bikes that were proudly lined up, waiting for them.

“Look at you.” I grinned at Conner as he sat on his bike. “Did you guys drive here in that van?” I pointed.

“Yeah,” Shaun said. “My driver is taking it back for us.”

“I’m officially scared,” Conner said.

“Of the bike?” My brows furrowed.

“No. I’m scared to go home and face Charlotte.”

I chuckled as I patted his back. “Listen, the girls will get used to it. What’s the worst they can do?”

“Um, withhold sex for the rest of our lives,” Simon said.

“Meh, maybe for a few days. Trust me. The girls will be fine. But you’re welcome to hang out at my house today if they kick you out.” I laughed. “Are you ready?” I grinned as I climbed on my bike and put on my helmet.

“Let’s just get this over with,” Sam said.

Riding with my brothers and cousins was one of the best feelings in the world. When we pulled into my driveway, Charleigh ran out the front door.

“Oh my God, look at you guys.” She walked over and looked at their bikes. “Nice.” She slowly nodded her head.

All of a sudden, Ella and Lily ran out of the house and over to us.

“Dad?” Ella cocked her head.

“Hey, sweetheart.” Nathan smiled as he took off his helmet. “What do you think?”

“I love it! But you’re in so much trouble with Mom.”

“Mom will be fine, sweetheart.”

“I don’t think so. Can I sit on it?”

“You sure can. Climb up here.”

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