Total pages in book: 58
Estimated words: 55271 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 276(@200wpm)___ 221(@250wpm)___ 184(@300wpm)
Estimated words: 55271 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 276(@200wpm)___ 221(@250wpm)___ 184(@300wpm)
“That is not a bad thing to have. I’m happy for you, and I can’t wait to meet the man who’s kept your pussy locked up tighter than a nun’s.” A snort escapes me. It wasn’t for lack of trying, especially the first year. I wanted to be young and reckless, have no remorse for any- and everything. Sure, I still remained the same at heart. My virginity I had control over. Fat lot of good that did. You learn a lot about yourself when you give an important part of yourself away. The only point you’ve proven is that you’re an idiot and you’ll never get it back. No one was hurt except me and my stupid pride.
“Needless to say, Ledger is making up for lost time, though I’m not sure on whose part—mine or his. Whatever the case, we’re both reaping the rewards, except the place between my legs. Unimpressed is what she is, mostly because she’s currently out of commission.” Nelle and I have zero boundaries. We talk about any- and everything. Going to the bathroom, either one of us will walk in on the other, do our makeup, talk about the latest drama, it really doesn’t matter.
“Now that we have that out of the way, are you sure staying at your house is okay?” For the first time, Nelle seems apprehensive. The excitement is gone from her voice.
“Oh my gosh, yes. Truth time?” I ask her so she knows I’m being serious.
“Always.”
“I love my childhood home, the memories it holds, good and bad. What I didn’t realize was as much as I love it, at the end of the day, it’s a foundation, four walls, and a roof. Mont gave me first dibs on the master bedroom. I didn’t want it then, and I don’t want it now. It’s a home that built me. As for staying in it forever, I’m unsure about the possibility. The home is bigger than a single person needs, plus it's not like I’m home. The last time I was there for more than twenty-four hours was the first two nights I was back in Orange Blossom. There’s a certain man who has no problem consuming my time, and I rather like how he does it,” I end on a sigh. Ledger and I have talked about our willingness to potentially conceive a baby, which I’m apparently all for, considering I’m the one begging for him to come inside me.
“So, what you’re saying is?” Nelle asks.
“That I want you to move down to Florida, live in a house that should be lived in like a home, and please take whichever room you want.” I’ve still got a few things left to do around the house. This will light a fire under my ass and snap me into gear to get it done on the weekends.
“If you’re positive.” Nelle is treading carefully, worried I may break down.
“Nelle, get your cute booty down here. I’m hoping you’ll love Florida more than Alabama and make this place your permanent home. Plus, I’m going to need your mathematical genius of a brain in a few weeks. I’ve got some big plans, and I know you’ll be along for the ride with me.” Seriously, the way things are progressing with Ledger and me, I’ll be moved in here full-time. My family home will sit empty if Nelle doesn’t take the bait to move in, and I’d hate for that to happen.
“Fine. This is going to require work. Are you sure you’ll have time in between all the bed acrobatics?”
“Go away already. Asking dumb questions will get you dumb answers, Nelle. Tell me everything we need to do to get your down here. Oh, and before I forget, there’s a single man who works with Ledger. He’s my age, is becoming a partner at Sinclair Roofing, and from what I’m told, he’s an absolute godsend with his niece. Ledger even has proof of the tea parties in the form of pictures. I’m introducing you to Chase the first day you’re down here. I mean, think about it. We’re best friends, and Ledger and Chase are best friends. This shit is going to happen; I don’t care what you say. Plus, these Orange Blossom men do not disappoint in the looks department.” Even Hank at his age is still a good-looking man. Another plan forms, one that may include Heather. Maybe I can get Ledger on board. Well, after we see them together first.
“Tell me what he looks like. Details, woman, details.” Wow, she’s more excited than I thought she’d be. Maybe her moving to Florida is for the best after all.
“Tall, blond, blue eyes, muscular, a mischievous grin. I’ll try and sneak a picture to you the next time he’s at the Mockingbird House.” She makes a noise like Chase is her kryptonite. I knew he would be. The last guy Nelle was with was dark everything—hair, eyes, soul, you name it. The complete opposite of Chase or her usual she’d be attracted to. Also, a total loser. It was a fling that turned into something more when the condom broke, leaving a piece of her broken when she lost more than the weight of what would be a dead beat baby daddy. I’m not saying that lightly either. The man ran the second she told him about the positive pregnancy test, blocked her phone number, social media, and if we ran into him, he’d ignore her. I’ve got more than a four-letter word when it comes to potential parents like that.