LOGINSienna’s POV I let out a slow, steady sigh as the party starts to wine down, the night settling in heavy and quiet over this wintry Chicago evening. The lights outside glow softer now, the air colder, sharper. I can feel it in my bones, and in my feet.I start walking around, needing to move, needing to breathe.What Jennifer tried to pull earlier is still sitting with me, burning low in my chest. I didn’t want to flip out on anyone, plus, I didn’t want people seeing that side of me especially not my pregnant bad side. Hormones plus rage is a dangerous mix, and I worked too damn hard to keep this day about love.After dancing with Keisha and Maya for a while, I finally tap out.“Alright, girls,” I say, pressing my hand to my lower back, “I need a break. This baby is heavy.”They both laugh.“Well,” Keisha says, grinning, “I’m not at that stage yet, but I’ll be there soon.”I hug her. “Yeah. You will.”We drift over toward Kole, who looks excited but stressed at the same time, that f
Knox’s POV “Man, bro, I’m just telling you,” I say, shaking my head as I lean back against the high-top table. “Now that the house is finally done and I’m getting ready to put my penthouse on the market, I don’t even know what Sienna’s gonna want to do with her place. She might sell it… or she might keep it as an investment property.”Stephen lets out a low chuckle, sipping his drink. “That house is too nice to just let go. I don’t see her getting rid of it.”He pauses, then smirks. “I’ll talk to sis. I’m making decent money right now anyway. Me and Carmen are doing our thing anyway by staying together.”He exhales slowly. “And Keisha? Well she barely there. When I do see her, she’s already leaving. So technically… it’s really me and Carmen’s place. We can just keep paying rent to sis.”I laugh under my breath. “Yeah, man. I mean, it’s a solid spot. A real three story condo style home. Not one of those fake-ass condos that are basically just apartments.”Stephen nods. “Yeah, she said
Sienna’s POV As I move through what is somehow both my baby shower and my housewarming, I’m overwhelmed in the very best way.Everywhere I turn, there’s love.My favorite people are here.My bestfriends and new friends are here.My family immediate and extended.Even coworkers I didn’t expect to show up are here.I feel wrapped in joy.Across the yard, I spot Knox, laughing, relaxed and talking with his father, grandfather, my father, his uncle, and a few business partners. Stephen, Adamo and Shane are over there too, deep in conversation. Seeing him like that, grounded, proud, and confident really makes my chest ache in a good way.I smile to myself and turn back toward Sade.“So… girl,” I say, lowering my voice motioning my hands around her stomach. “When did this happen?” She laughs, shaking her head. “It was another surprise.”Of course it was.“You know they say birth control isn’t a hundred percent, they sure didn't lie about that,” she continues. “And I kid you not, the way
Knox’s POVFinally, it's the day of the damn baby shower.I’m excited, but mostly I’m ready for this shit to be over. And I’ve got a surprise for Sienna that she has no clue about. She’s definitely going to be mad at me for the way I pulled this off, but she’ll get over it.She thinks we’re heading to my mother’s house for the shower.But we’re not.We’re going to our house.The one we’ve been renovating for months.The one that’s finally done.My mother’s been over there all week with Sienna’s mother, setting up everything, from decorations, to food, to the heated tent out back. The dual garage doors are finished, lights setup in the yard, everything is staged perfectly. The empty lot next door is cleared for parking. The whole place looks insane in the best way.The house itself… man, it’s gorgeous. A three-story brownstone located in Bronzeville, renovated from top to bottom, neutral color baby room already done, our master finished in grays, whites, touches of yellow and blue. It
Carmen’s POV Leaving my office, I’m halfway to the elevator when I see him.Of all days.He steps out of the HR office, but doesn’t rush over, doesn’t call my name, doesn’t do anything except fold his hands in front of him like he’s trying to behave for once. I hit the elevator button anyway, keeping my eyes forward. I’m heading up to Knox and Sienna’s baby shower. He can go wherever he wants.“Hey, Carmen,” he finally says as he walks over. “How are you?”I keep my gaze low. “Good. And you?”“I’m good.”The elevator doors slide open. I step in. He follows. Of course he does.I press the button for the baby shower floor. He doesn’t press anything. So, yeah, he’s going to the same place.The doors close and we start moving. He doesn’t speak, but he clears his throat once, twice. The ride is short enough that we could’ve taken the stairs, but fate apparently wanted us trapped in a metal box together.When we stop at our floor, I’m ready to walk out, but he speaks before I can move.“Ca
Sienna’s POV I move through the office baby shower slowly, stopping here and there to greet people, accept their hugs, and smile through congratulations. Kira keeps mentioning that she’s probably going to head out soon, take the babies home before they get overtired.They’re still asleep.I glance over at Knox, then at his dad and Granddad standing nearby, all three of them hovering protectively over the twins like a silent security detail.“Knox,” I say, slipping up beside him, “can you, your dad, and Granddad watch the babies for a minute? I just need to talk to Kira. They’re asleep, so it should be fine unless people start crowding them.”He smiles immediately. “Sure. I love those little babies.”He leans down and kisses me, lingering.“Well, stop talking about the little boy,” I say under my breath.He grins. “I’m just messing around. I know he’s a handsome guy.”I shake my head, smiling despite myself. “Okay. I’ll be back.”I find Kira near the dessert table, already halfway int
Knox’s POVSunday MorningWhen I woke up, the bed beside me was empty. That was weird because usually, I was the first one up, but my baby was nowhere in sight. I rubbed my eyes, squinting at the sunlight slipping through the blinds, and then it hit me, the delicious smell of bacon, pancakes, and s
Carmen's ’S POVWell, I never saw that coming.My playboy cousin is becoming a father, and not just a father, but a respectful, doting, and I mean doting man who can’t stop kissing his girl’s lips every five minutes like he’s addicted too her. Yeah, it's wild.I couldn’t help but smile as I watched
Third-person POVSienna swung open the door, ready with her hostess smile, and blinked in surprise.“Carmen?” she said, eyes widening. “Girl, you’re early!”“Had to beat traffic.” Carmen pulled her into a hug, perfume and confidence swirling together.“You look cute, and it's Saturday. There is no
Explicit Scenes AheadCarmen’s POVI did as Stephen asked, legs trembling with anticipation. I’d had my fair share of oral before, but never like this. Never with someone asking me to sit on their face. My nerves buzzed just under the surface, but the hunger in his eyes made it impossible to say no







