“You appear exquisite, darling!”Cohen approaches me and leans in for a kiss.
“Thank you!” “You appear exceptionally attractive in Dad mode,” I whisper, and he responds with an alluring smirk.
“There was no need for haste,” he informs me.
“Today is a significant day.” Additionally, I unwound in the bathtub while listening to music. I have not engaged in that activity for an extended period. It was quite pleasant. I appreciate your assistance!”
“I am delighted to assist!” I am pleased you had the opportunity to unwind. Would you like some coffee?“He inquires.”
“Certainly.”
“What is your method of consumption?””
“One sugar and some milk; however, I can prepare it,” I propose.
“Take a seat!” I understand you, my dear!”
He prepares a coffee for me, then places an omelette on a plate alongside some toast. He delivers the plate and coffee to me. He then places another omelette on a plate, takes the remaining toast, and sits beside me. “Delicious,” I murmur. The omelette contains bacon, mushrooms, and an abundance of cheese.
Following breakfast, Cohen prepares himself. I accompanied Alyssa to the childcare centre for the final occasion. I will leave her for a brief period, allowing us to accomplish a significant amount efficiently. We intend to depart tomorrow morning. Upon my return home, Cohen has departed to retrieve the enclosed caravan and boxes, prompting me to begin in Alyssa’s room.
I intend to acquire her cot and changing table, regardless of her necessity for them. I intend to utilise them for our other children. I suppose I am nostalgic. I begin relocating larger items that do not necessitate boxes to the downstairs area and into the front garden. Cohen will return in one hour. He begins transporting boxes upstairs and insists that I assign him tasks. Collaboratively, we completed the packing and filled the caravan in under three hours. Upon completion, we are perspiring and fatigued. We reclined on the couch, and I ordered pizza for lunch.
The delivery requires approximately one hour due to our remote location. “I require a shower,” I inform Cohen.
“Likewise, Brandon is absent.” Perhaps we ought to conserve water.“He enquires with a playful grin.”
“Water conservation is crucial,” I reply, suppressing a smile, yet we soon find ourselves both laughing. Cohen draws me onto him and initiates kissing me. Shortly thereafter, Cohen rises, supporting himself with me, and ascends the stairs; his strength is impressive, and it is quite alluring!
Cohen removes my garments, and I assist him with his. Initially, we engage in more intimate activities than cleansing in the shower, but it was exceedingly steamy. We did not employ contraception, and he merely withdrew, so I hope that was a sufficient method of birth control. We ultimately cleanse ourselves and subsequently exit. Upon preparing and consuming pizza, we proceed to retrieve Alyssa collectively. We spent the afternoon together, just the three of us. We experience a genuine familial bond, which is quite pleasant.
Cohen’s Perspective
At 5:30, we will attend Celine’s farewell dinner at Gavin and Norah’s residence. I am holding Alyssa in one arm and Celine’s hand in the other. I am compelled to gaze at her. She is exceptionally beautiful. She is adorned in a long blue dress that is casual, yet her posterior appears and feels remarkable in it. I eagerly anticipate bringing her home tomorrow, allowing us to reside in our space without concern for her brother.
“Nice neck,” I hear Brandon remark, which jolts me from my reverie. Brandon joins us; he is also en route to Gavin and Norah’s. I observe Brandon gazing at me while Celine smirks.
“What?””
Your cervical region.
“Brandon indicates the prominent hickey on the left side of my neck. I was unaware that I had a hickey. Celine likely provided it to me in the shower or on the couch prior to the shower.
Celine’s gaze prompts me to question, “Was this intentional?”“I inquire.”
“Perhaps… If I must carry one, so must you,” she replies cunningly.
“The joke is on you; I enjoy it,” I admit.
“Disgusting, gentlemen,” Brandon expresses his discontent.
Upon arriving at Gavin and Norah’s, I am astonished by the number of attendees present. I anticipated something more diminutive. Celine also appears astonished. A large banner displays the message ‘WE LOVE YOU CELINE.’ This is not a dinner party; it is a gathering. Gavin’s residence is spacious and features an open concept, which is advantageous given the presence of at least 30 individuals. The counter is stocked with an abundance of liquor, wine, beer, water, juice, and soda. The island is replete with sustenance. Pizza, chicken wings, salads, tortilla chips, dip, charcuterie, brie cheese, fruit, cheesecake, cupcakes. Considerable array. Brandon takes Alyssa from my embrace, stating, “I wish to spend some time with her before your departure.” “Visit Uncle Brandon, princess,” he states.
Gavin offers each of us a beer, and Celine and I circulate as she introduces me to everyone. I doubt I will recall anyone’s name. I observe Ryker approaching us. I instinctively draw her nearer. I observed his gaze directed towards her the other day. That is unequivocal. He attempts to evade eye contact with me, yet Celine facilitates our introduction. I grasp his hand, yet I am unable to feign a smile. I understand his intentions, and I do not hold it against him; however, I will not permit him to believe, even momentarily, that he has any opportunity or that he would endure an endeavour to usurp her from me.
