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“I don’t even know what it’s about. And I’m sure it’s not my business, at least I hope I’m not the cause of your sadness.” Our eyes locked.

“It’s not you. If anything, you’re the one bright spot in my life right now. I’m trying to wrap my head around what Jefferson didwhile I was away.” Her head slowly shook and I gave her room to sit back.

“He started divorce proceedings. I know, our marriage was over well before we met. But he even picked out an apartment for me to move into. He wants me out of my home, which means leaving Kenna. I was trying to keep us together at least in appearance to give her a peaceful upbringing. But he’s right, if we aren’t together, there’s no sense in dragging this out. It’s just prolonging the inevitable.” She blew her nose.

“I am sorry. And I’m not helping by being here.”

“Oh no, Do’Thortn. You are innocent in this.”

“But my twin hearts synchronized when I met you. This certainly brought about issues. I should have kept my mouth shut about it.”

“No, you should never do that. Always be honest. And I feel it too. Something between us. Something magical. I don’t know. It’s the only thing bringing me hope right now. I never felt this way with Jefferson, even when we were dating. He tossed me to the side, forced me out. He can’t blame it on you. I hadn’t even met you when he made these decisions.”

I sighed. My contented hearts put me at such ease. Happiness flooded into my veins. Leaning in, I can’t help but want to taste her lips, feel her in my arms. Her chin lifted and our lips met for the first time. Immediately, my twin hearts pounded in double time.

Her arms wrapped around my neck, lips parting and our tongues touched, sending electrical sensations through my mouth and down my neck. Our bodies magnetically charged to the other, pleasure intermingled with pure love flowed between us.

I pushed back. She wasn’t a free woman yet. This divorce thing couldn’t come between us. “You’re not completely free of Jefferson yet.”

Her chest moved with heavy breathing. “Not yet. Nor will I ever be, because of Kenna.”

“I will not be responsible for breaking an intergalactic law of coming between a legally wed husband and wife. I don’t want that accusation on me. I’m sorry, Moxy. As badly as I want you right now, I must halt our coming together until you are free indeed.”

She sat back and nodded. “You’re a man, er uh, alien of steel resolve. And, of course, you’re right. But one thing I’m certain of, I’m falling in love with you. Right or wrong. I’ve never felt this way in my life.”

She stood and smiled. “Give me some time. I know you’re planning to stay here for about a month. I need to get my ducks in a row before we can pursue this further.”

“Ducks in a row?” My brow furrowed as I tried to figure out the meaning of the words.

She laughed. “It means I need to take care of business with Jefferson. I’ll see you in the meetings until then.

In her wake, I stood there watching the closed door, wondering what the future holds. Certainly, our new found attraction would bring us together again. I withstood the test and didn’t claim her like I wanted. It was the right thing to do. I didn’t need Jefferson Foster coming after me for taking his wife before she was truly free.

CHAPTER 7

Moxy

Agreeing to Jefferson’s terms helped the divorce come about faster than anticipated. Before we knew it, we were in court with the amicable dissolution of our marriage, the child custody decrees, and alimony and child support covered. On the way out, Jefferson reached for my arm. At first, I flinched, because he revolted me. But when I met his eyes, he nodded.

“Can we have lunch?”

Of course, I went along hoping to keep things good for Kenna. All I wanted to do was launch into Do’Thortn’s arms and relish in the love he claimed he had for me. But a part of me wanted to make sure things were good with Jefferon and I for Kenna’s sake.

“I know this ends a chapter in our lives. For the sake of Kenna, let’s remain friends. No backbiting, no being spiteful.”

My brow furrowed as I chuckled. “I don’t plan on acting that way, Jefferson. And I agree. We were young and caught up inour careers. The marriage seemed like a logical step. And then Kenna came. I will always put her well being first. I agree. Let’s remain friends.” I held out my hand for my ex-husband to shake.

“Good. I’m glad. Now, we’re free to live our lives as we see fit separately with exception to raising Kenna.”

“Yes. And you’re okay if I start dating?” My brow lifted. He nodded, thoughtfully.

“Do’Thortn?”

I looked down, ashamed of my feelings for the alien. “You understand, he’s not the reason we split. He came into the picture as it imploded.”

With a sigh, Jefferson nodded. “Yes, I know. And you have my blessing to date Do’Thortn, or whoever you wish. Just keep Kenna’s feelings in mind. And keep in mind, Do’Thortn isn’t a legal Earthling. He’s bound to Zorlox and will return there. I suspect you have some hearty decisions to make.”

“Yes, I suppose if it comes to that, perhaps.”

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