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The guys told me to rest but the moment they leave me alone, I hurry to my desk. My beadwork can be tedious but it helps me clear my head, and right now I need that in spades. Ever since the accident, I’ve had brain fog holding me back, but the moment Lucien materialized, it lifted. I can think more clearly now and it shows; in no time I have a necklace complete.
“That’s beautiful, Rav,” Eli says from behind me. I was so busy staring at it reflecting the light that I didn’t hear him come in.
“Thanks, it was nice to complete it so fast. I think I’ll make a ring to match. Do you think earrings and a bracelet will be too over the top?”
“Since when did you doubt yourself? I don’t know anything about this stuff, if you think it’s a good idea then I say do it.”
I lean back into him. “How’d I get so lucky to have you?”
“I think we are the lucky ones,” he answers. In a rare soft moment, he leans down and places a kiss on my head.
“I am pretty great, aren’t I?”
Eli wraps his arms around me, “You are.”
“Are you really okay with Lucien? I mean, you were good with Jayce but is another guy gonna be too many dicks in this relationship?”
“Oh my God, did you really just say that?” He laughs. “Baby girl, if you’re happy then I’m happy. I know you aren’t replacing me, we each have something you need from us. Just don’t make it a habit of bringing in strays.”
My heart warms at his easy acceptance. They’d told me we couldn't doubt fate when I brought up how I felt about him, but then it wasn’t a reality. Even now, here Eli is, reassuring me and joking, not doubting me for a second.
Needing to look at him properly, I set the necklace down and stand to face him, placing my palm on his cheek. “I told you I was the lucky one.”
I pull him in until our lips meet and we kiss. His kisses start soft and sweet but when I open my mouth to his, he deepens the kiss with a hunger that has me letting out a soft whimper.
“Eww, gross. You two need to get a room,” Jayce complains as he comes back into the room.
This breaks our lips apart, but we’re still holding on to one another as we glance over at him.
“Jealousy doesn't look good on you, Walker,” Eli teases.
“Lucien has eaten all the leftovers and is asking for more. I can make a grocery run but I wanted to see if there was anything Raven wanted.”
“Maybe some cookies, but I really don’t need anything.”
“Mind if I tag along? I think a little alone time would be good for Raven and Wolf. I’m sure they have a lot to talk about,” Eli says with a wink.
I elbow him in the ribs. “What if I want to do some talking with you two?”
“I wouldn’t say no to that,” Jayce says. “But I already told Wolf I was going to get more food.”
“Why do you call him Wolf?”
“It rolls off the tongue easier,” Jayce shrugs.
“Am I intruding?” Lucien asks from the doorframe.
“Not at all. These two were just about to head out on a couple errands. Was there something I can help you with?”
“I thought about washing up, but I can’t figure out the workings of the handles of the bathtub.” His face scrunches in a frustrated expression that I find adorable.
“I can help you with that,” I smile and kiss Eli again before he and Jayce leave. “Go easy on yourself, Lucien. It’s a whole new world. It’ll take some getting used to.”
He’s quiet as I lead him to the bathroom but I can feel the tension rising in him. When he doesn’t say anything by the time I’ve set out a towel and turned on the shower for him, I can’t just let it go on.
“Hey, talk to me,” I say as I step close enough he can’t ignore me. The conflict in his eyes is easy to read.
“There’s just so many unknowns. I’m worried about Stella. But now I’ve got to navigate a new life and find a job when I don’t technically exist anymore,” he rushes out in a rambling breath. “And then there’s us, I feel like I have no right to want you like I do.”
