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“When we have kids?” Sure, I had been thinking the same thing earlier, but that was the difference. I didn’t say it aloud.
“I mean, don’t you want kids?”
“Cody…” I clench my jaw. How the hell did we get here?
“I know you hate talking about this stuff, Luna, I’m not trying to push you. I just want to know we’re at least headed down the same path and not in two completely different parks.” He sighs.
“We’re in the same park, probably on the same path, it’s just far away,” I admit.
“That’s all I needed to know, don’t overthink it.” He kisses my forehead and I let a breath out. I don’t know why things like that affect me so deeply. They are things I want, but when presented in front of me, they cause me to panic.
“Let’s get home, it’s going to rain soon.” Cody takes my hand and leads me back to my apartment. We watch crappy Netflix baking shows and fall asleep in each other’s arms. I wake up with a worry that he’s too good for me, and will find someone else who wants what he wants now.
Around midnight, I wake up in a sweat, unable to fall back asleep. I make some tea and run myself a hot bath, hoping the running water won’t wake up Cody. Sometimes it is hard to find the line between us and my independence. I want to spend all my time with him, but the last time I allowed myself to be so wrapped up with another person, I got my heart broken. I sink into the bubble bath, relaxing my muscles but making sure I keep my eyes open. A quick dip will surely help me sleep better.
Chapter Seven
I’m late for the second time in my life, this time because I spent the morning with the world’s worst headache. I got my period last night which has probably the worst timing but that’s what happens. Guzzling down water and a few midols, I take a deep breath and try to get to work. I have a big meeting coming up and I need to be my best self for it although, I suddenly feel incredibly nauseous.
“Luna, a Parker is here to see you.” Molly cracks the door open and I have the urge to throw up. I don’t care if I have a stomach bug or something, I need to put on a brave face.
“Thank you, Molly.” Parker shoots her one of his charming smiles, but it’s lost on my very lesbian assistant. “Hi Luna.” He gives me the same smile.
“What do you need, Parker?” I grumble. He is the last person I want seeing me like this.
“Damn, you look like crap.” He chuckles.
“Thanks, have a great day.” I grab my side as I feel a cramp. What the hell is he still doing in this building, nevertheless back in New York?
“That time of the month?” he guesses.
“Parker, I’m not discussing this with you.”
“Ah, yes, it definitely is. Hold on.” He reaches in his bag and pulls out a heating pad.
“You just carry that around?”
“No, I got hurt at the gym last night and needed it for my back. But clearly you need it more.”
“I don’t want anything from you,” I grumble again.Why can’t he just leave me alone?
“Molly, please go heat this up in the microwave and bring your boss a cup of green tea,” Parker orders Molly.
“Don’t tell my assistant what to do.” I frown.Why are these cramps so much worse than normal?
“Remember that time you felt like this at my apartment? I took care of you, the only thing that helped for some reason was green tea.” He smiles and I recall the day. We spent it cuddled in his bed, watching my favorite movies while he ordered all my favorite foods.
“I don’t remember,” I lie.
“Liar.” He chuckles. Before I can protest, Molly is back with the heating pad and the tea. I reluctantly take both from her. If I wasn’t so uncomfortable, I’d be fighting him to leave.
“Maybe give me a minute?” I look at him when I realize I’ll have to unbutton my pants so I can place the heating pad.
“I’ve seen it all before,” he murmurs.
“Bye, Parker.” I point at the door and he leaves with a smile. I place the heating pad on my lower abdomen and sip the tea. I hated the taste but almost immediately the nausea passes. I hate how much he knows about me despite how much time has passed.
By my meeting, I’m feeling like a brand new person. Handling Haven Winters is a completely different story though. She comes in like a wrecking ball, scaring everyone in her path.
