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He looks at me proudly.“Yeah.And actually, I did most of it because Dad’s arthritis is pretty bad these days.”He turns serious when he says, “I’ve got you, Olivia.I promise you I can fix this.”
I’m beginning to think he really can.
“You’re so busy.When would you find time?”
“I’d make time for you after everything you’ve helped me with.”
“Thank you.I’d appreciate that.”I can only blame the shock I’m in for my agreement.Usually, I’d dedicate a great deal of time before making this kind of decision.But then, it didn’t work out so great for me with the guy who demolished my bedroom and bathroom.
His smile fills his entire face.“I’ll get started this weekend.Send me the plans you’ve got and I’ll send you my suggestions.”
I agree to that and then say, “Okay, show me these rings and tell me why you’re proposing again so soon.”
He scrolls to some other photos and holds his phone out.“I’m not proposing yet.I just like to be prepared.”
I look at the rings.“These are both beautiful, but I don’t think you should choose either of them.”
He frowns.“Why not?”
I hand him back his phone.“Because you can’t decide between them.”I smile gently.“I believe when the time comes, and you find the exact right ring, you will know deep in your soul that it’s the one.You won’t even contemplate asking me if I think it’s the one.”Then, I use my best stern voice on him.“And if you even consider getting engaged within the next few months, I will hunt you down and slap some sense into you.Spend some time getting to know her and letting her get to know you, Slade.If this is the woman who you’ll spend the rest of your life with, there’s no need to rush this.You’ll have forever after all.”
“The man you end up marrying will be a lucky fucker.But I pray for his balls.”He grins.“I want you to meet Christa soon.I think she’ll like you.”
After Slade leaves, I gather the courage to go back into my bedroom and assess the damage my contractor has done.It looks like he took a wrecking ball to the room.I can’t begin to imagine how he managed this damage.
He’ll be hearing from me, but not until tomorrow.Tonight, I just need to breathe.
When I step out onto the sidewalk, I send Callan a text.
Olivia
I have my hat.
Callan
You have eleven hats.
Olivia
Huh?
Callan
I sent Abigail out today.She selected ten hats for you in case you couldn’t find yours.
Olivia
You are too much.
Callan
I wasn’t taking any chances.
Olivia
I’m very fussy with my hats.I might not like any of them.
Callan
