Arrangement

Rhys Van Acker

“Getting engaged is nothing serious?” Peach says, her voice steady.

I manage a smile. To me, it’s nothing serious. I’m just honoring my grandfather’s wishes and I know damn well that I’m never gonna get married to Nichole. Once grandfather starts to recover, I’m calling it off.

Plus, Nichole isn’t even my type of woman. She’s too vanilla for me. Peach on the other hand is daring and that’s one of the things about her that drives me hella crazy.

“We don’t have to worry about it. It’s just an arrangement. Very temporary.” I say as I take a seat next to her on the bed.

She exhaled sharply. “I’m just saying, it was less complicated when I thought you were single.”

“I am. I mean, this ring doesn’t prove anything. It’s a formality.”

“What about your fiancé?”

“She’s not going to be a problem.” My fingers trail up her arm. “How about we worry about that later?”

She blinks. Once, twice. “I…”

“Come here.” I pull Peach into my arms and claim her mouth. It’s soft and sweet, and