I push down on my erection and watch as she walks away, that perfect ass of hers swaying in front of me.
I only seem to want her more with each day we spend together and to be honest, I’ve never been happier in my damn life.
Everything is going fucking perfect.
I opened my training gym two months ago. I’ve been teaching MMA to both kids and adults and I couldn’t have asked for a better family of people to have at my gym as both trainers and students.
Eden and I moved in with each other just before I opened my gym and Alec was so excited I was going to be around more that he slept at the foot of our bed for a week straight and followed me around the house every chance he got.
We’ve been spending all the time in the world together that it honestly feels as if he’s my own son. I love him as if he is. That’s for sure.
Eden took Knight to court and set up child support arrangements and that’s the only involvement he has in Alec’s life now.
That’s pretty fucking shitty on his part but Alec doesn’t seem to mind now that he’s with me every day and like I said before . . . I’m not going anywhere.
After shutting off the lights and closing down for the night, I hop into my truck and head over to Cale’s.
Of course the whole crew is already here when I walk through the back fence.
Slade, Aspen and their newborn son Mason.
Hemy and Onyx with her swollen belly.
Cale, Riley and baby Haven.
Stone and Sage.
Styx and Meadow.
And my family: Eden and Alec.
They’re all sitting around the huge table, waiting for my ass to arrive.
There’s so much food out that you’d think we’re expecting the whole neighborhood to show up.
Slade stands up and tosses a brat at me with a grin. “Sit down so we can eat, dickhead.”
“Language!” Aspen scolds him. “You’re gonna have to learn to get that in check now.”
Slade uncovers Mason’s ears. “I covered his ears, babe. I’ll take care of this little guy with my life.” He kisses his baby on the forehead as if he’s the most precious thing in this world. “I love this little guy more than my own life.”
“You’re a good father,” Riley adds. “I’m so happy for the two of you. Even though you didn’t tell us right away! But . . . I guess I forgive you.”
Sage reaches over Stone to grab for the corn, but he bites her arm and hands it to her instead. “I got you, babe.”
“Bite me again and I’ll be sure to bite you later.”
Onyx laughs and rubs her belly. “You should know by now that threatening to bite any of these men will do nothing but turn them on and excite them.”
“I’m always excited,” Hemy says with a grin. “Bite me and it’s on against every surface in the house. Pregnant or not. You’re gonna feel that bite.”
I take my seat between Alec and Eden and cover Alec’s ears. “Hey now. There’s little ears here that understands somewhat. Let’s not talk about banging all around the house. Not until we’re away from the table at least.”
Eden leans in and kisses my neck. “Thank you, babe. I was too far away to protect him from this crazy group.”
“Ouch!” Meadow squeals as Styx bites her bottom lip with a growl. “That was really hard!”
Styx rubs his thumb over her lip and then gently kisses it. “Sorry, babe. All this talk about biting has me wanting to be rough.”
“Really guys?” Cale says while bouncing Haven up and down on his knee. “Can we ever get through dinner without someone being bitten or fondled? Just remember at some point these babies are growing up.” He rubs the top of Alec’s head. “And We have this little guy.”
Alec laughs and bites into his hotdog as if he’s just happy to be here with everyone.
We’ve been doing this once a month for the last six months and Alec loves being around everyone. He barely wants to leave once we get here so we have to wait for him to fall asleep so we can slip out without him noticing.
We’re all a big family here and no one will ever let anyone hurt our family.
Alec jumps up and screams Hannah’s name when her and Abe show up.
He somehow managed to weasel his way back into her life. But I’m good with it as long as he doesn’t hurt her again. I’d hate to have to kick his ass after he’s been working his ass off for me.
I take a bite of my steak, before leaning over to run my lips up Eden’s neck, stopping below her ear. “I love you so damn much, baby. This—us being a family—makes me happier than I’ve ever been. I’m never going anywhere. You and Alec are my life. Never forget that.”
She turns to me and grabs my face, pulling me in close so she can speak against my lips. “I know that, baby . . . Alec knows that. We love you more than life. We’re a family and I would’ve have it any other way.”
Eden and Alec have made my life complete in the last six months and I promise to do everything in my power to keep them safe and protected.
I’d give my life just to keep them happy. This is what life is made of. Love, happiness and family. And mine is right here next to me . . .
Eden
MY HEART SWELLS WITH JOY when I walk into the living room to see Alec sleeping in Kash’s arms, with his little arms wrapped tightly around Kash.
The position Kash is in looks uncomfortable, but he doesn’t move anyway.
“Want me to take him to his room.” I get ready reach for Alec, but Kash shakes his head. “Are you sure? You look uncomfortable.”
“I’m good,” he whispers. “Come here.”
With a smile, I crawl onto the couch next to them and lean into Kash when he reaches one of his arms around to hold me.
“He just fell asleep. I don’t want to wake him up.” He looks down at Alec when he stirs in his arms. “He had a pretty crazy night.”
I laugh quietly and close my eyes. “Yeah. He always does during our family cookouts. I should thank everyone for wearing him down. He’s always so quiet after we get home.”
Kash leans over and kisses the side of my head. “I’m always worn out after being around them too. I was hoping to spend some alone time with you tonight, but I think I like being right here, where I am. I feel most complete when I’m near the both of you.”
My heart practically beats out of my chest from Kash’s words. “How do you do it?” I question.
He smiles against the side of my head. “Do what?”
“Manage to make me melt from your words. And make me believe that nothing else in this world matters to you other than us.”
“Because it’s the truth. You’re everything to me, Eden. And I will keep on proving that to you for as long as I live. You and Alec both.”
“I love you so much, Kash” I whisper.
“Love you more, baby. Always will.”
Kash truly has no idea that there’s no possible way he can love me more than I love him.
He came into mine and Alec’s lives and made them complete. I honestly can’t imagine him not being here. The thought kills me.
He’s ours. Kash is everything we need and want and we’re never letting him go. We’re not going anywhere. That’s a promise. . . .
THE END
FIRST AND FOREMOST, I’D LIKE to say a big thank you to all of my loyal readers that have given me support over the last few years and have encouraged me to continue with my writing. Your words have all inspired me to do what I enjoy and love. Each and every one of you mean a lot to me and I wouldn’t be where I am if it weren’t for your support and kind words.
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VICTORIA ASHLEY GREW UP IN Rockford, IL and has had a passion for reading for as long as she can remember. After finding a reading app where it allowed readers to upload their own stories, she gave it a shot and writing became her passion.
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STAND ALONE BOOKS
WAKE UP CALL
THIS REGRET
THRUST
WALK OF SHAME SERIES
SLADE (WALK OF SHAME #1)
HEMY (WALK OF SHAME #2)
CALE (WALK OF SHAME #3)
STONE (WALK OF SHAME 2ND GENERATION #1)
STYX (WALK OF SHAME 2ND GENERATION #2)
PAIN SERIES
GET OFF ON THE PAIN
SOMETHING FOR THE PAIN
SAVAGE & INK SERIES
ROYAL SAVAGE (SAVAGE & INK #1)
CLUB RECKLESS SERIES
HARD & RECKLESS (CLUB RECKLESS #1)
BOOKS CO-WRITTEN WITH HILARY STORM
PAY FOR PLAY (ALPHACHAT.COM SERIES #1)
TWO CAN PLAY (ALPHACHAT.COM SERIES #2)
BOOKS CO-WRITTEN WITH JENIKA SNOW
DAMAGED LOCKE (LOCKE BROTHERS, 1)
Kash (Walk of Shame 2nd Generation #3) Page 18
