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He could have gone back and forth with her, but Hendrix decided to show her his intentions. Not only was he determined to make up for the last three years apart, but he was going to make her his wife again.
“You don’t have your decorations up yet,” Hendrix vocalized, sitting next to her.
“Yeah, I was going to put them up last night, but my mom called and told me to come to the church.”
“Are you glad you did?”
Her smirk spread slowly as she nodded. “I am. It’s really good to see you.”
“After this, I’m going to the hotel to change, then I’ll be back, and we can put the decorations up.” He took a sip of his coffee before adding, “If that’s okay with you.”
She tugged her bottom lip between her teeth, trying to hide her smile. “I would love that, Henny.”
Allowing his own smile to spread, Hendrix mumbled, “Good.”
“On your way back in, can you stop by Walgreens and get me a Plan B pack? I’m not on birth control.”
Hendrix choked on the sip of coffee he was drinking, beating his chest with his fist as he coughed while she laughed and patted his back.
“I guess I should have asked that last night before I came inside of you, but I got carried away.”
Nobu’s smile lingered as she wrapped her hand around her mug. “Yes, but… it was natural. We fell back into our groove. I do need that pack though.”
“Do you?” Hendrix challenged, turning slightly in his seat. “You want a baby, right?”
Her posture was loose and tone uncertain as she said, “Well, yes, but… we’re divorced, and you live in a completely different state.”
“None of that matters. You’re going to be my wife again, and if you still want to start our family, that’s what we’re going to do.” Her mouth opened and snapped shut. Frustration covered her face as she pouted. Nobu gripped his thigh, trying to find the words to express her thoughts. “We can take things slow,” Hendrix continued. “I want to date you and treat you like the prize you are, but I’m determined to get my wife back, Bu, and there’s nothing you can do or say to change my mind.”
She stood and made her way between his legs, covering his lips with hers. Hendrix wasted no time wrapping his arms around her waist and pulling her closer.
* * *
Partnership.
That was the word Hendrix kept reminding himself of. As much as he wanted to ignore Nobu’s request for the Plan B pack, he couldn’t. It was her body and her choice. Realistically, Hendrix was a flight risk. There was no doubt in his mind that he’d do whatever it took to give Nobu her every desire, but what she’d said was true—they lived states apart and had just reconnected. So as much as he wanted to let fate decide, he stopped by the store and got the pack anyway.
So far, she hadn’t taken the pills yet. They were in the bag on top of the island… exactly where he’d placed it when he first returned almost five hours ago. Since, they’d baked cookies and made homemade hot chocolate before starting their favorite Christmas albums while decorating her home and front yard. It felt like old times as they went from one room to the other while reminiscing. By the time they were done, Hendrix didn’t want to leave.
His company had paid for his hotel suite for the month, but he was tempted to pack his bags and stay with her. He’d take things slow, though, and give her all the time and space she needed to realize they belonged together—forever this time.
“Do you have any plans for the weekend?” Hendrix asked, placing the now empty containers in the closet that was closest to the front door.
“Not really. I’m off from work but I am on call in case they get a job that’s big or difficult to complete, so I never know if or when I’ll be called to help.”
Hendrix nodded as he went back into the living room, sitting next to her on the gray sectional. She’d decorated her home a little differently than the one they’d shared. The living room was gray and cream with several plants on the floor and tables. Her siting room was red and gold, and the dining room was the same shade of champagne and gray as her bedroom. Like when they met, Nobu seemed to be doing really well for herself.
The four-bedroom two story home had to be at least four thousand square feet. Being with a woman who had her own money only inspired Hendrix to work more. His pride made him want to make three times as much as she did so he could pay their bills, spoil her, and allow her to do whatever she pleased with her own money.
“I’m going out this evening, and I would love for you to accompany me.”
Her lips parted and expression softened. “I would like that. What time should I be ready?”
“Six.”
“How should I dress?”
“However you’d like. I’ll plan our night around you. There are a few things I have in mind.”
