I contently sighed, stretching out a satisfied smile on my lips. I can’t remember the last time a man made me orgasm, a pretty damn sad realization. Though that’s on them since, obviously, some men can.Who would have thought Don would be so damn good in bed? He’s a far cry from the men I’ve been with in the past. But maybe that’s the point. I was going for the social norm of ‘handsome’ and ‘fit’ and coming up short, pun intended. Yet here’s Don, who most wouldn’t call handsome or fit, but that man is packing and knows how to use it.And on that line of thinking, I’m hoping I have another condom, or maybe he does cause some morning sex sounds good right about now. I frowned as I blindly reached t
Of course, sheās still here. Iād question how she got in, but I know her. She secretly had a copy of my key. She always does that. In truth, if a man doesnāt leave me because he canāt handle being shorter, weaker, or making less money than me, they leave because of her. On more than one occasion, sheās let herself into my apartment over the years, interrupting me and my boyfriend or date in the middle of having sex. Sheās a walking contradiction. She pushes men at me that she thinks would be a good match yet is constantly hovering, sending many running. I donāt understand it. Does my mother want me to have a love life or not? Because at this rate, Iām never getting married or having children. Iāll be surprised if Don calls me after this morningās fiasco of her going all crazy bitch. I canāt believe she went so far as to put a tracking app on my phone. Sheās crossing a legal line, and I will not take it. āI told you one hour, not two. I canāt imagine what would have taken so long.
See, this is how my luck goes. I donāt know why or how, but I must be cursed because it feels that way. Every relationship Iāve had, even briefly like my night with Reese, goes south. Though this is certainly a new record, one night was all it took for it to implode. Iāve never had a one-night stand in my life. This fucking sucks, mainly because I was really into Reese. Sure, we have an age gap, but it wasnāt massive or enough to give us nothing in common. We donāt have much in common, but what we did was enough. I mean fuck, she knew my house is a George F Barber! What other woman am I going to find that would know that?! None. Outside of her max level Karen mother showing up at my door, I thought everything went great. She jumped me as soon as I got her mother to leave my doorstep. We enjoyed breakfast together before I drove her home, and she gave me her number. I didnāt ask for it. She gave it to me. All signs pointed to future encounters, like actual dates that donāt involve a
Iām not sure how long Iād been in my bed crying after my mother left my apartment. My mother hasnāt always been what youād call a sweet and encouraging woman. And yes, in my life, sheās said or done hurtful things on multiple occasions. And I forgive her because she is my mother at the end of the day. But her threats today were too much. I sniffled as I heard my front door opening. White hot rage burned the tears away at the thought that bitch had dared to return. What more could she have to say? What other ways could she find to hurt me? Sheās already threatened me. Has she come to hurl insults at me as she so quickly did Don and my cousins? I stormed out of my bedroom, ready to get my mother a good cussing out, only for all my anger to fizzle at the sight of my twin brother looking sheepish. His expression, however, changed as if he so easily read me. Of course, he can read me. Weāre twins. We share a bond only someone who has a twin or more can understand. āWhat happened? Youāre
While I was relieved that her ghosting me was more about her overbearing mother than a lack of interest in me, I was livid with her mother. Sheās a lawyer, so she understands the law, and that going cartoon super villain doesnāt work. What fictional world does that woman think we live in? But I can worry and be pissed about her mother later. I have much better things to focus on. Such as Reese straddling me as we tumbled onto the chaise. All issues of our height difference disappear like this. Again, Iām glad I made this, as it continues proving its worth by holding up. I canāt remember a woman whoās gotten me this worked up in such a short time. At least not since high school when I think all guys get turned on easily. I groaned as she adjusted her body, grinding her hips against me. āFuck⦠Reese.ā Her lips started trailing down my neck as her hands slipped under my shirt, fingers toying with my chest hair. āI donāt recommend that. I have been working on the house, and I canāt imag
I need to stop jumping that man every chance I get. I donāt want him thinking Iām usually this easy. I also donāt want him to think Iām only here for his dick. While itās a factor, I like him for more than the sex. Just like I hope he wanted me for more than sex. I think I am. Don wouldnāt have called or texted offering dates if he was only interested in a quick fuck. And he wouldnāt be letting me stay and help with the renovations unless heās looking to use my skills as the daughter of a man with a construction company. I doubt it, though. Looking around as I headed upstairs, I could see this houseās potential. Itās going to be amazing when itās fully restored. And I donāt want to get ahead of myself, but Iād like to be here when that happens, not just to see it but to be part of that process. Yeah, Iām getting ahead of myself. I donāt usually do that. Iām always so cautious about dating, as Iāve been burned many times. But Don feels different. Heās not in a career that would benef
I find myself once again in awe of this woman. Weāve known each other briefly, and she willingly got on the phone with my mom. She didnāt even hesitate to take the phone from me and talk to my mother. Of course, talking to my mom opens a can of worms. I donāt know if itās too early to discuss this. I mean, this is only our second time spending time together. Iāve met her psycho mother, and sheās talked to mine. But am I ready to discuss my past? If I want this to be more than a passing fling, I know I have to. I donāt want to scare her away because this woman is perfect so far. I mean, weāre on a scaffolding working side by side on restoring the ceiling of my dining room. I donāt think if I searched for a hundred years, I would find another woman who enthusiastically climbed up here and got to work. We worked silently for a while as I contemplated how even to broach this subject. But I figure it best to rip the bandaid off. āSo youāve told me about your family. Like how your mother
I know that some shady ass shit has gone down in the Frost family. People have wronged their partners. Like how mom broke dad and mamĆ£e in high school with her lies that made mamĆ£e out to be a cheater. And while I guess I canāt be too angry cause, since I wouldnāt have been born without her underhanded tactics, I still donāt like what she did. And some people have also wronged their families. Such as when Emma disowned Eddie for being gay until it suited her needs. On multiple occasions growing up, Emma also interfered in her brother Merrickās love life to send girls running. His wife was the only one who didnāt run and knocked Emma on her ass. There are others, but Emma tends to be the most significant antagonist in the Frost clan. Of the ways people have wronged each other in my family, no one has ever slept with someone the other was involved with. Thatās just fucked up, and even worse to do it on the wedding day in the church! Like thereās a bullet train ticket to hell if I ever
My mother hasnāt spoken to me or anyone at the party since she was forcefully removed. She only speaks to Uncle Shaw at the office when the business requires her to; even then, itās strictly professional. I donāt think he minds. Of course, now that there was an engagement party, I have formally told the rest of the family that we are engaged and expecting. Both sets of my grandparents are thrilled and look forward to the wedding and meeting new great-grandchildren. No one has officially lived at the estate since Great Aunt Cordelia died. The property went into a trust and is owned by Grandfather and his two brothers. Grandfather insisted that as weād discussed an outdoor ceremony, we allow him to host the whole event at the Frost Estate. While I donāt want a big formal event, I have to admit the estate has beautiful landscaping, and if the weather doesnāt hold, we can go inside. So it made the perfect venue. Don and I were still going to stick to our more rustic and subdued affair. W
There has been no slowing down just because I discovered I was pregnant with twins or because Don proposed. That is why everything has been moving at super speed around here. Thereās a lot to do, and when you think about it not a lot of time to do it. The twins are due September 13th, so we are in a time crunch. And as much as Don and I would love to renovate the house ourselves, we had to concede with twins coming, we were not going to have the time, and it would be unsafe to have the place under construction. So as his gift to us for our engagement and that we are giving him his first grandchildren, Dad took over renovations. While a crew was working on the house, we stayed in my old apartment, so I wouldnāt breathe in the construction dust. Dad covered everything about the house, listening to our input on what we wanted just like he would for any client. He was paying extra special attention because it would be the home his grandchildren are raised in. That is probably why Iāve se
The last couple of months has been busy. All in good ways, of course, but a lot more activity than usual, thatās for sure. Reese made her mind up after her mother made it clear she couldnāt and wouldnāt apologize for her behavior. She resigned, much to the disappointment of many in her family. Thankfully none have held the decision against her. They hold it against Sophia. Sheās been doing great working at her dadās construction company as their in-house lawyer. It may not be a big deal in court cases, but sheās happy, and that is all that matters. The job is more about drawing up contracts and handling any legal hiccups that may arise, so very different from what she was doing. Itās much less stressful for her, and the work environment is much more welcoming. Iām pretty sure Iād get dirty looks if I showed up at the Frost law firm because Reese forgot lunch or her briefcase. While at the Nikolaidis Construction office, I get warm smiles and welcoming greetings as I go to her office.
āI will still never approve of this relationship. But when it implodes, I will be there for your Reese to help you pick up the pieces. I wash my hands of your personal life. But I do ask you to reconsider resigning seriously. Think about your career. I will see you in the office, and I hope youāve made the right choice.ā Mother went into her professional mode, smoothing down her jacket. āHave a good new year.ā She tacked on while walking out my door. I donāt know what came over me, but I crumbled to my knees in tears. āHow⦠how can she be so indifferent? To be so heartless to her only daughter.ā I sobbed, finding myself pulled into Donās arms. āItās her way of protecting herself. It aināt right, but she does love you, Reese. Sheās going about it poorly, but she wants to protect you. Give her time and space. She may come around.ā Don tried to reassure me as he stroked my hair as I cried into his chest. Those twenty minutes on my living room floor were the most Iāve cried in a long ti
Yes, I was hiding from my mother. No, Iām not proud of it. Iām twenty-seven and hiding from my mother at my boyfriendās. The sweet man didnāt call me out on it until he had to. I know heās right, I have to face her eventually, but more than having to face her, I need clothes. While his clothes are comfy, I canāt wear them to dadās for a party or work, even if itās to resign. At least whatever had my stomach angry went away after that tea and toast. Or maybe it was talking things out with Don. Whoās to say? Iām inclined to believe the latter. Knowing he will back me no matter which path I take helps. And itās sweet of him to want to believe there is a chance my mother will apologize. I, however, am not going to hold my breath. The universe is against me today. First throwing up this morning and now finding my mother pounding on my door like sheās the cops with a warrant. Given her general attitude, I doubt sheās here to apologize for her behavior at the party. She only looks frazzled
It went better than expected for all the fears Iād built up about attending that Frost party. Okay, sure, we had to deal with shit from her mother and ex, but otherwise, it was a good night. Reeseās Frost grandparents had her back, and her grandfather wanted her to be a partner at the firm. We havenāt discussed what she is going to do about it. I havenāt asked because I donāt want to stress her about it. Sheās spent the last two nights at my place, bumming around in my clothes since she hasnāt been to her place since I picked her up for the party. While Iām not going to complain about her not wearing undergarments or getting to see her in my clothes, I am worried about her avoiding her place. She hasnāt said it, but I think sheās avoiding going home because she fears her mother will be waiting for her. She needs to feel comfortable and safe at her place of work, and if she canāt feel that way because of her mother, then leaving may be best. Iāve wanted to let her sort her family shit
Iāve always tried to be honest with my grandparents. My grandmother especially seems to have a sixth sense to know when someone is lying to her. Iāve never been too forward in discussing my issues with my mother. She is their only daughter, and I wouldnāt want them to think me talking poorly about her was a reflection on their parenting. I was worried about how theyād react. I didnāt want to disappoint my grandfather by saying I was resigning from the firm. He said they intended to offer me a partner role in the firm. Which before tonight would be a dream come true. I think itās the dream of every Frost that goes into law someday to be a partner in the familyās firm. I donāt know what I expected to happen, but for Grandfather to drag Mother over and reprimand her was not it. He essentially told her that as a parent and a superior in the firm, she has no say in my personal life. I never knew my grandparents disapproved of Michael. I mean, I never doubted they approved of dad. They are
Formally meeting her mother was as joyful as when the bitch tried busting into my house in the early morning hours after the night Reese and I met. Iām a peaceful man, not known for having a temper, but that woman makes me want to commit violence. And Michael aināt much better. He reminds me of my brother in his snob moments. Unlike Sophia, I could hit Michael and not feel bad. That Cornelius fella, well, he can take a long walk off a short pier. I donāt like to judge a book by its cover, but the man looked as bland as toast. No toast at least has some character. Heās more like a slice of store-brand white bread. Maybe he has more depth than Iām giving him credit for, and he has a personality outside of formal events like this. I donāt care because fuck that guy. Iām with Reese, and unless she dumps me, that isnāt changing. I was happy when Reese gave the excuse of wanting to see her grandparents for us to get away from her mother, stepfather, and white bread boy. Too bad her mother
At some point tonight, I knew we would have to face my mother and stepfather, more so the former. While youād think we could blend and hide amongst all the guests, I knew it was inevitable. Unless we found a group of athletes to stand with, I would stand out. It helps that I chose a sparkling red dress. So I guess subconsciously, I wanted to stand out. I wanted people to take notice of us. Because despite that, Don feels inferior, like he needs to do things such as buy a new suit and rent that over-the-top jaguar; I am damn proud to be here with him. Bringing him tonight was my fuck you to my mother and a demonstration to all I decide who I date. Growing up, I struggled with my self-esteem and put so much of my value on her praise. Dad and mamĆ£e have always praised me and encouraged my aspirations, which should be a good thing and was. It made the fact that Mother rarely praised me more noticeable. Now that sheās got us in her sights, the little kid in me is curling up into a ball in