“And who’s that?” I smile as she fusses at my shoulder some more.
She presses her lips to my ear and simply whispers, “Yours.”
Epilogue
Diamond
Many years later….
I stand in the doorway of the girls’ room. They’re both cuddled up in bed together as Devlin reads them their bedtime story. No matter what is going on in our world, he always makes it home to read their stories and tuck them in at night. It’s rare that he has to go out late, and when he does, he’ll take me with him.
Brenda now runs the club and has even opened a few more of her own. I don’t know how Malone pulled it off, but he finally got a ring on her finger. I had no idea they were a thing until I walked in on them making out one night. You could have knocked me over with a feather. They are actually really sweet together. They also make kickass godparents to our children.
My heart is so full watching my girls with Devlin. Devlin is what a real father should be. A cruel word would never cross his lips when it comes to our girls. In fact, he’s a bit of a pushover for them. He is for all of us unless it comes to our safety. He’s got us all lojacked with trackers. I don’t care. Whatever gives him peace of mind.
Devlin flicks his eyes my way when he goes to turn the page of the book. His eyes sweep up my bare legs to the silky robe I slipped on after my bath. I lick my lips before I turn, leaving him to finish his story, knowing he’ll be coming to put me to bed next.
When I get to our bedroom, I change into something a bit sexier. I grab the tablet off my side of the bed and key in the passcode to our little playroom. After we found out I was pregnant, Devlin bought a piece of land right outside the city to build us a home to raise our children. I knew I wanted a big family. I’d always felt so alone growing up. I didn’t want that for our children.
I wanted a home filled with laughter and love. Devlin was more than down with the plan of keeping me knocked up as often as possible. I found out a few months ago that we're pregnant again. This time with a little boy.
The lock clicks so I can pull open the giant mirror that hangs on the wall. I step into the room while searching for a song to play. Next I dim the lights before putting the tablet down on the table. I have something special planned for my husband tonight. I know I don’t have long, so I quickly get ready.
“Doll face,” Devlin calls for me. I turn as he steps into the room, closing the door behind him. “Do you really think this is going to get you out of trouble?” He reaches behind him and pulls his shirt off with one hand as he makes his way over to the chair in front of the pole.
“What do you mean?” I blink innocently.
“You know exactly what I’m talking about.”
I do, but I feign innocence.
“He’s lucky I didn’t break his fingers.”
“He was handing me my ice cream cone!” I would laugh if I wasn't so turned on already. I know tonight is going to be rough in the best of ways. Devlin is a possessive husband. In my husband's defense, the man was checking out my boobs. They are extra plump at the moment. It’s hard to keep them locked away, and truthfully I might get off on seeing my husband jealous. It’s terrible, but hey, we all have our kinks, and that’s one of mine.
We’d gone to the park this afternoon, and I’d ventured over to the ice cream stand. Who can blame me? It was hot out there, and I’m pregnant. I’m not even that far along, and I already have a bump. This little boy is definitely going to be as big as his father.
“From now on, I’ll get your ice cream when you need it.” He reaches out to make a grab for me.
“No!” I squeak, barely dodging his hand. If he gets his hands on me now, there will be no dance, and damn do I love to put on a show for my husband.
“Doll face. You’re really pushing it.”
“I want to make it up to you.” I walk over and hit the music while dropping my robe. “To show you that this body belongs to you, and only you get to enjoy the show.”
He leans back in his chair. “As always. The floor is yours, and God knows you have all my attention.”
I dance, swaying my hips to the music as I peel off my lingerie slowly. I watch as Devlin starts to slowly lose control. He grips the arm rests to keep himself planted in the chair. I love getting him this worked up.