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Slow down sweetheart. He groaned as he sat up, he rubbed his face, trying to bring life back into him. You lost me after ‘I wanted to apologize.’
Want me to restart ? My fingers began to fidget on their own and his hand came down to stop them.
I heard you. He rested his head against the headboard, closing his eyes in the process. Now you listen to me. I gulped oddly loud before taking a deep breath. I was trying to prepare myself for what could be the worst. I’m not mad at you.
What ?
I was, but I’m not anymore. He caressed my hand and I inhaled before sighing in relief. But- He had every right to be mad at me, and I couldn’t argue against that.
Embre.. I did this. The look on his face told me to stop from interrupting him and let him finish, so I did. I didn’t necessarily place you exactly where I wanted you to be in my life, you took matters into your own hands and it’s understandable… some what. And me being angry isn’t going to tell me what you know, what I need to know. What I’ve been wondering all my life, and I wasn’t man enough to ask her. But you did.
I felt like I was helping..
And you did.
Not successfully. I mumbled under my breath but he heard me before lifting my head back up to look at him.
You can tell me.
Wait.. what ? I wasn’t going to hold the information in for myself because I didn’t have the right to but it just felt sudden. Are you sure ?
Yeah I think it’s time I know. He shrugged but his eyes held so much curiosity for the unknown.
It felt like we had been talking for hours and it was because he had so many questions about what his mother and I discussed, that we tried to solve together. At the end, he grew strangely silent. I could actually hear myself breathing, but I stayed silent letting him observe everything that he needed or wanted to. I don’t know if I can forgive her. He spoke lowly, and if I didn’t lean in a bit to hear what he said I would have missed it.
I’m not expecting you to, if that’s what your looking for.
That’s not it. He released my hand while shaking his head. I don’t know how to deal with it.
You’ll know.
I have one thing clear for me, don’t get involved anymore. Whenever the time came they would talk.
I was grateful that we had talked about it and that we could move on from this and I was glad he got some closure.. just not all of it, the rest was for his mother to clear up for the questions he didn’t have answers to.
We have the day off what do you want to do ? I changed the subject to something light.
Many things. His voice held a suggestive tone and I watched as his hand snake around mine again before pulling me on top of him.
Like what ? Playing coy, I have a tentative roll and I felt him flex underneath me.
Wickedly, he trailed his hand down my thigh to my legs. You really kill my mood sometimes you know that ?
Ditto.
You know I could get you pregnant. He suggested out of the blue and before he could stop me, I rolled off of him and onto the floor.
W-what did you just say ? I asked him, stunned that those words were uttered from his lips.
You don’t want little Landon’s and Embres running around because I do. He added and I feel my face heat up. He talks like this is the usual conversations. I’m only 23 for crying out loud.
I’ve thought about it but I never thought you would, I confessed. We’re still young.
I’m getting older. He reminded me. And you’re the women I want to have kids with.
Well thank you for letting me know. It felt like a honor that I thought I should bow.
His phone rang. See if you’re going to ruin the mood. He sat up, throwing his legs over the edge. That’s the proper way to do it. He winked before walking out of the room answering his phone.

I had a little pep in my step for the rest of the day knowing that he wasn’t mad at me and it made me feel giddy.
You’re spending the day with me. He hit the kitchen corner with a purpose, but the look on my face made me change what he said. I-if you want to. He folded his arms across his chest.
What do you have in mind ? I asked, picking up an apple from the basket.
Did you serious pick up an apple ? He looked baffled at my sudden choice.
Yes ? I took a bite before turning away. I’m trying to get healthier.
I don’t believe it.
Believe what you want. Shrugging my shoulders. I’ll be upstairs. I tried to hide my excitement but it just wouldn’t go away. I was going on a date.
About twenty minutes later he killed my mood. What’s taking you so long ? He asked me and I turned ready to give him a piece of my mind.. but what I didn’t expect was him in casual clothes but he looked good.
Why do you have to be sexy in everything ? My thoughts rushed out of my mouth before I could take it back.
Sexy ? He smirked. Thanks for the compliment.
N-no that’s not what I meant. I tried to take it back but it was no use.
It’s okay baby, I know you thought I was sexy the day we met, to be fair.. He drawled up, stalling closer to me. I thought you were too, but the only difference is.. His hand ran up my thigh before he started to make a trail. I had better access to this.
When did you become inappropriate ? I huffed, my body was not my own anymore.
I’ve been like this, I’m just trying to ease you into it. His hand secured itself in my hair, keeping me in place. What ? You don’t like it ?
I never said that..
He hummed before he started lowing himself down to my level. You still want to go out ? Or do you want to stay and do something else ? He hinted, his thumb skimming over my lips.
That’s not fair.. I couldn’t think straight when he was like this.
It’s just a question.
I really really wanted to pick the other option but after everything that happened in the spam of two days I think a date would help us even more, there was always time for later.
I want to go on a date. I meekly said, looking up at him. Then we can continue this if you’re still up for it.
Leaving me with blue balls again, I’m starting to think you like teasing me.
Teasing ? I said shocked before laughing. Trust me, it’s you teasing me.
Uh huh. He rolled his eyes before leaning down kissing me soundlessly. I felt a swat met my rear and I jumped startled. Hurry up before I decide for you. And with that he was gone again.

You hungry ? He asked me after we settled into the car.
Of course I am. I didn’t eat anything last night.
Resting my hand on the arm rest, I began humming the music that was playing and he took it upon himself to turn it up for me.
His hand reached out and took mine in his and I smiled before giving his a soft squeeze and he returned it back.
It was still early that’s why he pulled up to our little cafe spot together. I’ve learned to just let him be a gentleman and let him open my door but I still make fun of it. You know I can do that myself right ?
And what kind of gentlemen would I be ? He looked flustered. Or are you just Miss Independent ?
Can’t go wrong with Neyo.
Noted.
We walked in together and my perfect little bubble that I thought I had bursted on impact.
Oh Mr. Hale, how may I help you ? A girl that seemed younger than me came to his aid as if he were dying.
Table for two. Landon addressed her, indicating his head towards me.
Okay, right this way. She didn’t look my direction once.
Can we seat in a booth ? I asked him, pointing to one that wasn’t occupied and seemed to have been waiting on us.
I’m not sure if that’s reserved or not-
Then make it unreserved, I’m pretty sure they won’t mind. He commented before sealing his hand around mine, walking us over to where I pointed.
Okay can I start you guys off with drinks ?
Can I have… oh that’s new. White Chocolate Frappuccino ?