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“Sorry to hear that. I hope they all survived.”
“Thankfully, there were no casualties. Have you eaten dinner?”
“Yes. Ophelia made a casserole before I started painting. It’s in the warming oven.”
“Great. I’ll let you get back to painting.”
I pulled the casserole from the warming oven, grabbed a plate, and took it out to the patio. I glanced over at Freya and noticed she had set her paintbrush down. When she turned and looked at me, I knew Ava was back.
“Hi.” I smiled.
“Hi.” She walked over and wrapped her arms around my neck from behind. “I missed you.” She kissed my cheek.
“I missed you too. How was therapy today?”
“It was good.” She sat down next to me. “I’m giving up on trying to remember my past. I’m in a good place, and that’s how I want to stay.”
“Are you sure?” I asked. “That’s a big decision.”
“Yeah, I’m sure.” A bright smile crossed her face.
“Come here.” I set my fork down and pulled her onto my lap. “I love you.”
“I love you too. Finish your dinner so we can go upstairs and start packing for our trip.”
My phone pinged with a text message in our group chat. It was from Jackson wanting everyone to meet down at the beach.
“Packing is going to have to wait. We’ve been summoned down to the beach by Jackson.” I smiled. “He and Georgia will probably announce the pregnancy, so act surprised.”
“I will.” I laughed.
Everyone stepped out of their houses and gathered around the firepit.
“Georgia and I want to share some news with you before we head to Florida tomorrow.” Jackson grinned.
“We’re having a baby!” Georgia excitedly spoke.
We all shouted and clapped even though everyone already knew.
“Congratulations, Georgia.” I hugged her. “Congrats, Dad.” I hugged Jackson.
“You are going to make a wonderful mother.” Ava hugged Georgia. “I’m so happy for you both.”
After hanging out with the family, we headed back to the house to start packing.
CHAPTER40
Grayson
“How do I look?” Ava asked as she stood there in a long, black, strapless dress.”
“You don’t even have to ask. You look as stunning as always.” I smiled and kissed her lips.
“And you look as sexy as always.” She grinned as she straightened my bowtie. “Have you seen my necklace?”
“No. Did you bring one?”
“Yeah. I know I packed it.” She dug through her suitcase. “Shit. Where is it?”
