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“Ladybug, you never have to thank me for looking after you.” He kissed the top of her head.
But she did. Because she appreciated him.
So damn much.
“Do you need to go potty before we leave?”
She shook her head, glancing around and hoping no one could hear them. But they were pretty secluded at the back of the Italian restaurant.
“Sure?”
“I’m sure. I promise.”
He slid out and held his hand to her, helping her up. As she moved, she slammed her knee into the bottom of the table.
“Ow. Ouch.”
“Baby, you okay?” He crouched down and took hold of her leg.
A blush worked its way up her cheeks. “I’m fine.”
He sent her a chiding look. “Don’t lie.”
“No, I really am. It was just a small bang.”
“Let Daddy give it a magical kiss,” he whispered, before lightly kissing her knee.
Her cheeks grew red and she glanced around, but no one was look at them.
“Will that help until I can check it over?”
“Yes, Daddy. That’s perfect.”
“Now, get up carefully.” He treated her like she was so delicate.
Honestly, the more time she spent with him, the more she fell for him.
And those ragged pieces of her soul started to mend.
He held her hand tightly as he led her out of the restaurant, as though he thought she might disappear on him. When they reached his truck, he opened her door and lifted her in sideways.
She was wearing long, loose pants, and he easily raised the material, so he could see her knee. Although, there wasn’t a lot of light out here.
He ran his finger over her knee, pressing lightly. She hissed.
“I think this is going to bruise. We need to be more careful with you.”
“I’m sure it will be fine. Just a small bruise. Although, it might need another magical kiss.”
He bent down and kissed her knee again. “There you are.”
“Hmm, I’m not sure it’s feeling completely better. I think I might need some treasure.”
“Do you really think so?”
“Uh-huh.” She nodded solemnly.
“Well, you have been very brave. Maybe once we get you home, you can see if there’s any treasure in my chest for you.”
