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Nicolette
Kris and I walk into the restaurant hand in hand. That is until I see my dad for the first time in what feels like forever. I let go of Kris’ hand and launch myself into my dad's arms.
“Oh, I’ve missed you, Nik.” Dad says, squeezing me.
“I’ve missed you too.”
It takes a few minutes before he finally sets me to my feet. Then pushes me back enough to get a look at me. I know what he’s doing. Even the nights were just apart for that one day he did this. I smile at him but turn my head to look at Kris. He’s watching with a smile.
“Well it doesn’t look like he’s starved you.” Dad shakes his head. I kiss his cheek before taking my seat beside Kris. “Well it looks like you haven’t completely corrupted my little girl.”
“As stated previously, I’m taking damn good care of her.” Kris puts his arm around the back of my chair.
“I don’t think it’s so much that he’s taking care of me. More like we’re taking care of each other.” Kris chuckles next to me.
“You look happy which is all a father could ever hope for. I just hope you also take care of your health.”
“I am, I mean it’s been a little hectic the last couple weeks but I’m enjoying it. I hope you can hear the band. They’re really good. I love their style and when I want to change something up they follow me without complaint. It so much more fun then I had with Sterling.”
“I’ll have to come see you all together sometime. Any idea when you’re doing your first single and possibly a video?”
I give Kris a pointed look. “We’re at an impasse. I want to film the video behind Kris’ house in the wildflower field. He doesn’t think it’s safe.”
“Do we know anymore about this guy that the problem is with?” Dad asks.
I feel Kris tense up beside me. “Well actually, I have a suspicion or two, but nothing solid so I don’t want to speak out of turn. Let’s just say that there was some collateral damage when I crashed and burned nine years ago.”
“So he wants to use me to get back at you? Sounds more like a scorned lover.” I snort.
“I think they see it more about a pay day than a who’s who. When the label announced we were talking to you, we were flooded with calls. According to Michelle there were a few odd ones, that asked about me.” Kris shrugs. “I dunno, it’s just a feeling. Sorta like now and my growling belly. It couldnt be ignored forever.”
I elbow him with a laugh. “He’s always looking for food.”
“He’s a man Nik. It’s kinda what we do. We eat.” Dad says looking at Kris who just cleared his throat and has his tongue in his cheek. “You’re a child.” Is my dad blushing?
I look between the two for a few moments before it dawns on me what was said. “Oh. My. God!” I smack Kris. “Stop it.” I know I’m flaming.
“What I’m not the one that said it. He did.”
“You made it sexual. Pick what you’re having for lunch.” Kris smiles looking me up and down as I finish speaking. “I’m going to sit by myself if you don’t stop.”
***
Kris and I are walking to his Bike. Dad left a few minutes ago. So I guess we’re heading back to the boat now. I lay my head on his back letting out a sigh.
“I suppose we’re going to need to place a car or something at each port.”
His back shakes in laughter. “I am not buying forty-eight cars.”
“All I was saying was I’m not going to be able to stay on the back of this bike when I get a belly. It won’t be safe.”
“I’m hoping to be back in the cabin in a week or so. I love you very deeply, but I don’t think the furbabies are going to be able to handle it long trem.”
“Is that where we’re going to stay? In the cabin? I know I’m asking a lot of questions. I-it’s a lot to take in.”
We hit a light, and he turns to me. “I think that you’ll like the cabin. I think once it’s in bloom, you’ll want to spend more time. I think I want to be wherever you are. This isn’t going to be an easy thing, but it is the right thing for us. It’s like they say, God doesn’t give us more than we can handle. I didn’t believe that for a long time, then I met you, and it all makes sense. I had to struggle, had to spend my nights in the garden to be worthy of your light.” He kisses me, and we’re off again.
