Chapter 38

(Emily's POV).

“Well, I’m jealous after you told me about her, but that’s your past,” I said, trying to keep my voice steady, though the pang of jealousy was still there.

The thought of Ellen, a woman Mike once had a fling with, sat uncomfortably in my chest. I didn't know her, but yes, every woman who had a relationship with him back then, although they were just bed partners - I felt jealous already.

Mike looked at me, his eyes soft, as if he understood everything I wasn’t saying.

“I get it, Love. I would be jealous too if I were you. But I promise, Ellen’s not going to get anywhere near me again. She’s not going to try to get attention from me either.”

I rubbed his arm, feeling the tension ease out of me a little.

“I’m not angry. Just… jealous,” I admitted, a small smile playing on my lips. “You’re mine, Mike. I don’t want any woman thinking they can come close to you.”

A grin spread across his face, and he raised an eyebrow.

“Does that mean you’re serious about coming to the o