Forty four

Zeke's POV

We boarded our different cars and they trailed off after me. I decided to make a stop at the mall to get what the kids would need.

As we entered the mall, Zane and Fletcher followed me closely as we made our way through the aisles, searching for the perfect items for the kids.

“Alright, boys, let's get down to business.” I declared with a grin, scanning the shelves for anything that might catch my eye. The excitement of shopping was different.

I was shopping for my kids and the woman who made my heart flutter.

Zane and Fletcher exchanged a knowing look before diving into the racks of clothes and shelves of toys with gusto.

“Hey, Fletcher, since you're such a ladies' man, maybe you should be the expert on kids too.” Zane teased, holding up a tiny onesie with a playful smirk. “You can learn a thing or two from Zeke here before your own little bundle of joy arrives.”

Fletcher rolled his eyes, feigning offense at the suggestion. “Please, I'll have you know that I am a natura