When we get home, I check in with the kids and find them in bed. It's late but I had to see them before I got to bed. My mother made sure Rene was fed and asleep. I need to remember to thank her in the morning.
When I get to our bedroom Kane is in the bathroom, the bath water is running and he has candles on, bubble bath overflowing in the tub and he's completely naked."You look beautiful." I say walking into the bathroom. He's sitting on the closed toilet watching the tub fill up. "Oh yeah?" He asks smiling at me."Yes. You look delicious." I say walking to the wall at the opposite side of the room and leaning on it. I take my time looking at him. "Are you going to just stand there looking at me." He asks smiling."I don't see anything wrong with that. I love what I'm seeing." I say licking my lips appreciatively. "I can think of better ways you can appreciate what you're looking at.We're lying in bed. My muscles feel delicious after that hot bath and several orgasms. I stretch my body and moan in pleasure. My thigh touches Kane's and I make a happy sound. Life is beautiful right now."How do you feel about today?" He asks turning his body towards me and he wraps one arm over my body."Do you mean how do I feel about your ex's ambush," I say and he sighs. I smile and place my hand on his arm. He's getting tense with every passing second of me not answering his question."Yes. Are you mad at me?" He asks asking the real question."Should I be mad? Is there something I should be mad about?" I ask and he moves uncomfortably."There's nothing to be mad about." He says his voice steady."You would tell me if there was something to be mad about right ? You wouldn't lie to me I hope." I say and his arm gets firmer around me."Yes I would never lie to you." He says and I nod.&nbs
A week later at Shalom and Kane's house."Welcome," I say to Jay when I open the door. He smiles and walks with a six-pack of beer in one hand and a bottle of wine in the other."I come bearing gifts." He says as he walks in. "I brought options, just in case you want either." He says as he walks into the house through the living room and outside into the backyard."I appreciate options," I say and close the door. I walk to the kitchen and take two wine glasses and a wine opener. I follow him into the garden and find him sitting comfortably on the outdoor sitting staring at the fireplace with no fire on."Where's the lady of the house?" He says taking the wine opener from me. He opens the bottle and sets it aside to let it breathe."She went to the spa," I say and he smiles."I thought the spa was a no-go after the ex-boyfriend incident." He says and I laugh, It took a lot
I stare at my mother in shock. I didn't see this coming. She found me cooking dinner in the kitchen. It's just her me and Rene in the house for the next few days. Kane is away on his boy's trip and Junior is going to be with his mother for the next twelve weeks. I was looking for the time with my mother and Rene but now that she dropped this bomb on me. I'm not sure if I should have told Kane to go after all. "When are you planning on moving out?" I ask still in disbelief. When she said she wanted to talk to me about something important. I didn't in a million years think she was planning on telling me this. She's moving in with her Professor boyfriend and she seems excited about it. I might be seeing things she looks younger and more vibrant all of a sudden. It's like this new chapter in her life has given her new life. I'm so excited for her. I am grateful that she found a man who loves and cherishes her. For a very long time, h
"Okay. You were right." I say staring at the beautiful view in front of us. I look at Jay for a moment and he's smiling from ear to ear. "I'm glad I came," I say and he nods. I take a sip of my beer and look back at the sunset slowly coming down over the lake. We took camping chairs and sat right here as soon as we got settled in. I love it here.We got hear about three hours ago. Jay booked us a cabin that sits on the edge of a beautiful lake with nothing but greenery around it. We"You should let me talk you into more trips. You look happy." Jay says and Mathew nods agreeing with him."I'll think about it." I say and he snots. "But this is great." I say sitting back to get more comfortable. The three of us sigh in unison as we take everything in. Each of us needed this. We needed to relax and forget about our responsibilities for a short weekend."Where did you find the place anyway?" Mathew asks after a long silent moment."A frien
The next morning.just woke up a few minutes ago. I'm having my daily check-in with Shalom as I enjoy laying in bed for a few minutes. The bed is so comfortable here that I might just stay in bed all."You guys are just hopeless." Shalom's voice filters through the speaker of the phone. She giggles and I smile."The plan was to take a short nap and then go out but...""You fell asleep like the old men you are." She says
I say hello to the staff preparing the food and pour myself a cup of coffee. The chef asks me what I would like for breakfast, I let her know and she starts preparing the food as I walk to the far end of the kitchen table and take a seat.Jay pours himself a cup and he joins me at the table. The room is deathly quiet because they are waiting for me to say something. I ignore them and Olive and enjoy my coffee. I don't want to be part of any game she has going on and by the look on Jay's face, he doesn't want to play it either."Are you going to say hi to me?" She asks looking at me."Hi," I say after a long pause. I can feel Jay staring at me from the side of my face, He's probably waiting for me to curse her the hell out but I don't operate that way. I won't start a fight with her. And she's probably expecting me to start something too."How are you here?" Jay asks no longer able to hold it in."Crystal to
"Are we doing this hike or not?" I ask Jay and Mathew when we get out of the car."I thought we were going back home," Mathew says looking at me from the other side of the car."I said we're not going home. We came to do this long and tedious hike." I say and Jay starts walking towards the starting point of the trail."You need to tell Shalom." He says as Mathew and I start walking towards him."She's going to freak and I don't want to her to get stressed," I say and Mathew sighs so deeply it echos in the silence."You have something to say?" I ask and he sighs again. "Using your words," I say and he shakes his head."You need to tell her. I can't imagine the shit load that will hit you when she finds out you are in the same house with your ex-fiance." He says and I sigh. I look at the trail ahead and frown."And that you lied to her about it," Mathew says and I know they are telling me the tr
At the end of the hike"Okay, this was worth that terrible walk up that mountain," Mathew says looking around at the magnificent view in front of us. There is greenery as far as the eye can see and the most breathtaking view of a lake. "This is incredible." She says and we smile."Yep," Jay says. "I am not a hiking guy but this is incredible." He adds and I nod."
Six months later, our wedding day arrives. The venue is a charming chapel nestled in the hills, surrounded by a sea of white flowers. Everything is draped in white: the chairs, the aisle runner, even the delicate lace that adorns the altar. The soft glow of fairy lights adds a touch of magic, creating a dreamy atmosphere that feels like a scene out of a fairytale. Our guest list is intimate, just fifty of our closest friends and family, making the occasion feel even more special.I’m in a small room at the back of the chapel, getting ready. My dress is a vision of white silk and lace, hugging my curves in all the right places. The intricate beadwork sparkles as I move, catching the light. My hair is styled in loose waves, cascading down my back, with a simple veil trailing behind me. My mother and daughter, my beautiful flower girls, are beside me, dressed in matching white dresses with delicate floral crowns on their heads.My mother fusses over me, adjusting my veil and smoothing ou
I lie on my side and stare at Kane lying next to me. He closes his eyes and then he sighs happily as his body slowly calms down from the high of our orgasms. “I missed you so much,” I say, my voice trembling with emotion. I reach out and touch his brow, feeling the familiar warmth of his skin. The simple contact brings a rush of relief.He opens his eyes and smiles, the tenderness in his gaze melting the remaining shards of hurt within me. “I missed you too,” he replies, moving closer.“I don’t want to fight like that with you ever again,” I whisper, my voice barely audible, yet carrying the weight of a heartfelt promise. His nod is immediate, his eyes reflecting the same resolve.“We will never fight like that ever again,” he assures me, his tone filled with sincerity. He takes my hand into his, his grip firm yet gentle. Lifting it to his lips, he kisses it softly, the gesture a silent vow of commitment and love.I close my eyes, savoring the feeling of contentment that flows throug
I'm in bed watching Shaolm get ready to go to sleep. She's wearing one of those lingerie sets where you can see through the material. I watch the way her skin peaks through and wish my lips were slowly gliding over it. I wish I could feel the softness hidden beneath the material."You okay?" She says when she stops in the middle of the room to look at me. I nod and she starts walking into the bathroom.When she comes back to the room she gets into bed next to me."You're very silent tonight." She says looking over at me."I'm just thinking about how beautiful you are." I say and she smiles shyly."You're beautiful too." She says her smile getting wider and I just stare at her. There's so much light and warmth in her eyes it makes me sigh. She's incredibly gorgeous."Thank you." I say leaning over to kiss her. She wraps her arms around me leaning into the kiss.I slide onto my back, pulling her onto me. I moan
After a long day at the hospital, I finally make my way home, the weight of the day’s events pressing down on me. The evening air is cool, a welcome contrast to the sterile feeling of the hospital. As I unlock the door, the familiar scent of home greets me, and I immediately feel a bit lighter.“Baby?” I call out, stepping inside.“In the kitchen!” Her voice rings back, cheerful and warm.I find her at the stove, stirring a pot of something that smells amazing. She turns and smiles when she sees me, her eyes lighting up. “Hey, you. How was your day?”I lean in to kiss her, savoring the brief moment of normalcy. “Busy. Interesting, too. Smells great in here.”“Chicken curry,” she says with a grin. “It’ll be ready in a few minutes. Why don’t you get changed and relax for a bit?”“Sounds perfect.” I head to our bedroom, changing into more comfo
The hospital corridors hum with the usual morning bustle. As I head to the conference room for the morning briefing, I notice a familiar figure ahead, her brown hair tied back in a neat ponytail. My steps falter for a second before I continue walking, my mind racing.Olive.I know she ran into Shalom a week ago and I don't know how she'll react. It sucks that we have to work together but their internal medicine fellowship and our neurosurgery program h work together from time t time and I'm stuck with her this week. The unexpected sight of her here, in the same hospital, stirs up a whirlwind of emotions.Entering the conference room, I take a seat and try to focus on the meeting. Dr. Malik outlines the cases for the day, his voice steady and authoritative. When he mentions a complex case requiring collaboration with internal medicine, my heart skips a beat.“And for this case, you’ll be working closely with Dr. Olive Bennett from Internal Medicine,” he says, glancing around the room
Today is my first solo surgery. I can't believe it but I can because I worked harder than most people and I'm not surprised I've progressed so quickly in the program.It's both exciting and nerve wrecking blend as I prepare for my first solo surgery. It's a simple procedure—a lumbar discectomy—but the significance of it being my first is huge.Dr. Hunter's words from that first day echo in my mind as I scrub in: "This program is designed to challenge you and expand your capabilities." I’ve spent countless hours observing, assisting, and honing my skills under the watchful eyes of the attendings. Today, it’s my turn.I walk into the OR, the sterile environment buzzing with the quiet efficiency of the surgical team. Dr. Malik, who has been an incredible mentor, gives me a reassuring nod from across the room. “Ready, Dr.?” He smiles at me and I exhale slowly.“Ready,” I reply, my voice steady despite the
Sitting in my car, the world around me blurs as tears fill my eyes. My chest tightens, and I struggle to catch my breath. The image of Shalom with her baby is burned into my mind, a constant reminder of what I’ve lost. Panic grips me, making it hard to think, hard to breathe.I close my eyes, trying to calm myself. "In and out," I whisper to myself, focusing on my breathing. "In and out." Slowly, the panic begins to recede, but the pain remains, a dull ache in my chest.I lean back in my seat, staring at the ceiling. How did it come to this? How did I end up here, alone and broken? Kane was everything to me, and now he’s gone, living a life I can only dream of. I squeeze my eyes shut, wishing I could erase the last few minutes from my memory.But the truth is, I needed to see it. I needed to see that Kane has moved on, that he’s happy. Maybe now I can start to heal, to find a way to move forward without him.With a shaky breath, I open my eyes and wipe away the tears. I need to get ou
I can't believe what I'm seeing. It's her. My heart pounds as I duck behind a rack of summer dresses, and my breath catches in my throat. I peek through the fabric, watching Shalom browse the store with her baby. The scene stirs a whirlwind of emotions in me—a mix of anger, jealousy, and a tinge of curiosity.Shalom moves gracefully, her attention focused on the baby in a stroller. I can see the soft coos and the gentle way Shalom interacts with her baby, a smile across her lips. I feel my heart break at the sight. I want to get closer, to see the baby, and to understand what has changed in Kane's life since he broke up with me.My mind races with thoughts. Why did he choose Shalom? What did she have that I didn’t? I need answers, and this might be my only chance to find them.Taking a deep breath, I straighten up, trying to appear nonchalant as I step out from behind the rack. I pick up a dress and pretend to examine it, all the while inching closer to Shalom.Shalom seems oblivious
I stir awake, blinking sleepily the scent of coffee and pancakes fills the air. I sit up, stretching, and for a moment, a soft smile touches me lips as shei remembers the warmth of Kane beside me."Good morning, sleepyhead," Kane greets me with a grin as he places a plate of pancakes on the table. "I made your favorite"I smile, my eyes brightening. "You spoil me," I say, sliding into the chair. "Thank you, Kane."He pours me a cup of coffee, watching me as I take my first sip. "I thought we could spend the day together. Maybe take Rene to the zoo. What do you think?"My smile widens at the mention of our daughter. "I think that sounds perfect," I reply, reaching for Kane's hand across the table. "I love the idea of a family day."As we eat breakfast, our conversation is light and filled with laughter. I find himself marveling at how easy it is to talk to him how natural it feels to plan our day together. There's a sense of normalcy that I cherishes, a reminder that we are building som