บททั้งหมดของ The Silver Dragon: บทที่ 31 - บทที่ 40

I sneak into Gabriel’s condo and watch Davina from the living room window. Gabriel’s condo is perfectly across from Davina’s. I know it’s creepy but I want to know more about her. I watch Davina cook her daughters dinner and they all sit at the small table eating and laughing together. They all are playing shoots and ladders after dinner. It seems as though they are enjoying the game. They then go into the what I am sure is the bathroom as the twins come out with wet hair. The girl’s room is not the bedroom that faced towards Gabriel’s apartment so I can’t see what they’re doing but I imagine Davina is getting the girls dressed and reading them a story before bed. At least that’s what I’ve always imagined my mate would do for our kids. Twenty minutes later she comes out of the bedroom and shuts their door. Davina starts cleaning up around the house. Putting the board game away, cleaning the dishes and sweeping the floor before going into her own room. I continue to watch as she sits

“Don’t grab a box that is too heavy Davina,” says my uncle as he heads inside. I roll my eyes. It annoys me when I am treated like I can’t do things like normal people. I grab the nearest box despite what my uncle said. It is heavier than I anticipated so move to adjust my weight but as I do I end up slipping and falling backwards with the box. I try preparing myself for the impact with the cement. I close my eyes, this is going to hurt. Instead of feeling cement I feel arms around me. I look up at who has caught me and it is Derek. “Are you okay,” he asks. He has me in a bridal carry with his right hand on my right shoulder and his left hand under my right thigh. My heart is beginning to race with fear and memories start flooding my mind. I stare at Derek and can’t find any words. He sets me down. “That could’ve been a nasty spill. Can I help?” He takes the box out of my hands, setting it back down. I still can’t say a word. He’s reaching towards my head and I flinch. “I’m sorry. It

Davina I am glad I called Michael and had that training session. I feel more confidant. I went to sleep easily last night and after waking up I feel like it’s the first time I’ve actually slept in six years. I had no dreams and no anxiety about going to sleep. I get out of bed to wake the kids for school and make their lunch. “You seem happy mama,” said Maliyah. “Well everything is perfect. I have two beautiful daughters and the restaurant is still going strong. I’m happy.” “Well then we’re happy too,” says Maliyah and Malayah nods in agreement. Malayah may have nodded yes but her facial expression tells me otherwise. “What is it Malayah?” “Will you ever tell us about our father?” My eyes go wide. I did not expect that question. Neither of the girls have asked about their father before. I put no one on their birth certificate and gave them the family name. I am not sure what to tell them. They’re too young to know the truth. “I will one day. I promise. When you’re older.” “

“We had a rider that was wheelchair bound. My sister had Bonnie trained for those with a disability,” I explain. I then get on King and we start heading down the trail. It’s a beautiful day for a ride. I look over at Davina and she’s smiling wide. “You doing okay over there,” I ask. “Yes I forgot how much I love to ride. So you ride horses, own many companies, and essentially run a free program for children to ride horses. Is there anything you don’t do,” she giggles and I laugh with her. “I don’t fly.” That earns me a laugh. I could listen to that all day. “Will you tell me a little about you?” “Sure what do you want to know. I’m sure Keila has told you lots already.” “She actually hasn’t. She said I’ll have to get to know you myself. Let’s start simple. What is your favorite animal?” “That’s easy, wolves.” I snap my head up looking at her. I didn’t expect that answer. Nero is jumping around all excited wanting out. I push him back making him whimper. “Just cause she likes wol

Davina I never thought I would feel this way about anyone. Derek and I have been dating for almost four months now and I can’t ever get enough of him. He has been so patient and such a gentleman. So far all we’ve done is make out and cuddle on the couch but I’ve been burning for more. I’m sure I am ready to take that next step. The girls have even warmed up to him and we’ve had a family dates at Fantasy Farms. Derek even convinced Malayah to get on a horse. Derek is amazing with the girls. I’m so glad having kids doesn’t scare him away. Tonight we are going to have another date but the girls are going to stay the night with Sarah and Shaun for a girls slumber party with Samantha. The plan is to stay in, order take out and watch a movie. I’m hoping to take it one step further tonight. Derek has been very thoughtful in ensuring I am comfortable and I know I keep leaving him hanging in our make out sessions. I know he knows what happened to me but it’s something we’ve never discussed. B