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Donovan (Book 3) TWENTY SIX
I am nibbling on my thumbnail as I scroll the screen of Leo's iPad he got for his birthday from his Uncle Ares as I look for any news from London about a bachelor whose bride ran away from their wedding. But so far, nothing. It's been more than two months since I left London. I'm surprised there isn't any news about it.It seems Eddie wants his humiliation in secret.It's nighttime, and everybody in the house is busy. Thea and Effie are making dinner, and Rex, Seth, and Logan are out getting a beer. Liam and Lily are having dinner at her parents' house. Don is in the garage working on a car he bought at the junkyard last week. He's hoping to turn it into his dream car like the one Van Diesel has in Fast and Furious. I'm here watching the little munchkins play in their playpen.I flick my finger as I search enough to make me anxious as I hear the doorbell ring. "I'll get it."Jumping out of the couch, I head for the door and open it to have my eyes wide. "Chris? What are you doing here
Donovan (Book 3) TWENTY SEVEN
"You know, C.J.," Jordan begins to prompt as the girls, and I are out in the back while the kids are swimming at the pool and the men are out.Logan has been training this week for a big amateur fight next weekend, so Don and Rex are with him. Seth is out with Terry as he sets up a double date, and the look on her face tells me she is itching to tell Seth she's not interested. But you know Seth, he can be very persistent regarding women. The only remaining Wolfe brother, Liam, is here with Ramsey and the kids in the pool. Jordan continues her conversation and says, "Since you love to cook and stuff, why not work at my family's restaurant? I know working at the B&M gives huge tips, but as someone with your skills in cooking, I'm sure the restaurant will be busy with people."Next week Effie and the others will be starting their first day of college, and spending time with family and friends is a great way to relax before the stress comes. Clark and Sam are here as well, playing with t
Donovan (Book 3) TWENTY EIGHT
"A baby?" Dad is the first to speak, breaking the silence. "The other reason you're not coming home is the child you're carrying right now. Don't tell me it's-" "What? No!" I knew before he could finish his sentence. "I'm only more than a week." How can he assume it's Eddie's? I would never have another child with that psycho. I hear them both sigh in relief, assuming they are glad it's not Eddie's. "I love Leo, my dear, but if you have another baby with Eddie. Do not hesitate and abort it." "Helen!" "What?" "Mum, don't worry, it's not Eddie's," I assure her. "Okay, well, then, who's the man?" She prompts the question. Her curiosity kicks in. "Of course, an alien didn't abduct you and impregnate you to have a baby." "Helen," Dad says in a warning tone of not being sarcastic. "Why are you like that? She got pregnant before marriage, and she's not married yet." "It's our daughter's choice; you can't always tell her what to do?" Mom huff. "She's supposed to be your little gi
Donovan (Book 3) TWENTY NINE
I entered Joe's Diner this morning and saw the place was half full of customers. I decided to take Jordan's offer after she told me that her dad needed extra hands. Don dropped me off before he headed off to the gym. I left Leo in Seth's care along with Chris's other children because Terry is busy at work, and he got nothing to do. Effie and the others already started college. But Effie's first day is online classes in Songwriting and Introduction to Classic Music. So, she will be staying home. Effie wishes she had taken the course on campus, but Dr. Warren, the personal family doctor, says she shouldn't be walking around much, even if she's only four months pregnant.The only reason she's complaining now is because she isn't with Logan, and he has classes on campus. She's worried that someone like her arch-nemesis, Heather, or someone who shares the same personality will take the opportunity and grab Logan. Liam and Lily are with him, so she got nothing to worry about. Still, she wo
Donovan (Book 3) THIRTY
"Ah, C.J., come in," Jack put down his office phone and smiled. But under that smile, something is bothering him.The first time I met Jack, I was scared because he was more prominent and scary, like a bear, but beneath that frightening look, he's a big softy, especially for his children. Even living here after all his children were born, he still has his Texas accent. When I was little, I thought he was a cowboy because of it and pictured him in those Western movies my dad used to watch on tv."Please, have a seat.""Thank you," I took the sit in front of his desk as he took his own."So, it seems my youngest told you about the offer.""Yes." I shift in my seat."I know you're working the night shift at the bar. Would it be a hassle, especially raising a kid?""I talked with Billie about applying here and quitting at the bar," I tell him."Jordan tells me that you worked at a restaurant in London.""Yes, it's my grandma, but ever since she passed away, my dad sold it," I lower my hea
Donovan (Book 3) THIRTY ONE
The whole month I have not told Don yet. Every night we would cuddle, and he would try and make his way to have our clothes off, but the thought of him touching my breast, which grew a bit, and the baby bump, I had to make excuses. Just the idea of not having sex is driving me crazy. I even wear his oversized t-shirts to hide the baby bump; he doesn't expect anything. But I have cravings, which I say I'm on the month.We don't have to make love every night. I mean, the sex was amazing. Even my cousins and Lily will tell me their sex life stories regarding their man. They would say the Wolfe brothers are like Gods in bed.I didn't want to believe her nonsense, but Don makes a hell of a lover.And I want to be with him until we grow old together and watch our kids grow until they find someone they love.The topic of the baby growing inside was killing me, but Eddie would sometime come to mind, and I had to put it to a halt.Ever since Eddie called me, he has been quiet. He has done noth
Donovan (Book 3) THIRTY TWO
The day of the party was over by the time the clock struck twelve. Everyone is cleaning up except for the pregnant birthday girl.Effie is on the couch with her feet on Logan's lap, giving her a foot massage. The kids are on the floor opening Zara's presents. Effie has gifts, too, but she will wait to open them. With the money I earned from the bar and the monthly paychecks, I received every two weeks working at Jack's Diner. I was shocked he gave me a bonus because of the baby. I bought Effie home studio equipment that she can use to record her songs and music. I wasn't going to tell her until she opened it. I can't wait to see her face and will predict the tears because of the hormones.Thea is with Jacob breastfeeding, and Lily is with Ramsey in the room.At the last minute, Effie, before the party, wanted Lily to be included in the birthday bash. But Lily and Liam have plans tomorrow and asked me to watch Rama. Everyone knows what will happen during their date, and Lily kept blush
Donovan (Book 3) THIRTY THREE
I heard the water running in the bathroom while Don briefly showered.I told him to change before I told him.I pace around the room, biting my fingernails, prepping what to say or what I should say about our baby growing inside of me. I got to prepare ahead of his reactions and his words.Everyone kept saying Don would be a great dad someday. Witnessing that with him and Leo and his niece and nephew, I never doubt him.His childhood was dark in the past, with an abusive stepfather beating the hell out of him and his mother. He could never forget those painful memories. Everyone has their demons in them, and we will overcome them someday.Don is at his greatness when he is with his brothers, his family, and his friends.And me.I stop pace and smile in front of the wall mirror as the water stop running and the bathroom door opens. Steam from having a hot shower emerged inside as Don stepped out looking fucking sexy with a towel around his waist, showing all his six bad boys staring at
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