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“Thanks, Max.” I squeeze his shoulder, my heart full from his heartfelt words. “I cherish our friendship and I’m always here to give you ‘real’ advice whenever you need it.” Laughing, I look over at Darin, who sticks his ass out, wiggling it at Grandma Lucinda. She reaches into her wallet and slides a few dollars inside his back pocket. “Don’t ever take Darin’s advice. There’s no music playing, except whatever is in that crazy head of his, and he’s dancing like a damn stripper and taking money from grandma.” Max and I burst out laughing, watching the foolishness.
Once we stop laughing, I grow serious. “I hate how we started, but I’m glad we ended up here.”
“Me too, Will. Congrats on your upcoming nuptials and child.”
“Children,” I correct, causing him to raise his brows. “We’re having twins. But Darin couldn’t keep his big mouth shut long enough for us to tell you.”
Max’s eyes are wide. “Twins? Hell, dude. If you guys need help, let us know.”
Laughing, I shrug. “I’ll keep that in mind, but it’s nothing I can’t handle.” The scent of jasmine and amber hits my nose as her arms wrap around my waist, her warm body pressing against my side.
Turning her head toward Max, she squeezes me. “Will is calmer than me about having twins. When he first said it… Well, I felt nothing but panic.” Her musical laughter floats in the air as she tilts her head to mine. “But he was so damn calm that all my fears disappeared. Now I’m just excited. And though we don’t know the sex yet, he’s convinced we’re having girls, and since he was right about me being pregnant before I realized it was a possibility…” Her voice trails off as I lean down, kissing her nose.
“Will, you’re going to be a daddy.” Irelynn’s arms wrap around us as she hops up and down from excitement. “Oh my gosh, I can’t wait to spoil your girls.” She pulls away, beaming at us.
I glance at Everleigh, who laughs and beams at us happily. She’s come a long way from her jealous days over what I did with Irelynn, and I’m glad we’re all in such a good place now.
Darin dances over, holding Lucinda’s hand. “This lovely lady wants to congratulate you, so I’m butting in line.” He winks at us, then bows at Lucinda, who stands in front of us now that Darin has shoved Max and Irelynn out of the way. Max looks amused but Irelynn has a tinge of fear on her face as she stares at the side of Lucinda’s face.
Everleigh starts cracking up, tears in her eyes as she looks at Darin. “W-W-What i-is that r-ridiculous h-hat you’re w-wearing?” she gasps.
Darin tips the hat toward us. “It’s my gangster hat. Ms. Lucinda told me I look sexy in it.” He pretends to look hurt. Vanessa comes up beside him, linking her arm through his.
“Don’t worry. I think you look sexy as hell in it.” Vanessa winks at us as Darin excuses himself from Lucinda and proceeds to dip Vanessa to the floor, kissing her.
“My, that’s hot,” Grandma Lucinda says, fanning herself, unable to tear her eyes away for a few beats. Everleigh has her face buried against me, her body shaking from laughter.
Finally, Lucinda looks at us, her eyes twinkling. “I can’t help my flair for the dramatics. I’ve never been able to stand stuffy, boring events. I never worry about that when I’m around this group.” She points her finger at Darin and Vanessa. He has her in his arms and is somehow gyrating his hips like a stripper. “I knew Darin would help with that.” She winks, then grows serious as Everleigh pulls away from my chest and turns to her. Lucinda grasps one of Everleigh’s hands, then one of mine. “I couldn’t be happier for the two of you. I know it was a tough road to get here, based on what Irelynn has told me. In all seriousness, you two belong together. And you’re finally getting the happily ever after, with an upcoming wedding and a baby on the way.”
“Two babies,” I say, smiling at Everleigh, then at Lucinda.
“Twins?” Her smile widens as I nod. “How wonderful, Will and Everleigh.” Squeezing our hands, her face grows more animated. “Two bundles of joy. That will keep you busy. Just make sure you take time out for sex. I’m happy to babysit whenever you need.”
I burst out laughing. “I’m sure we’ll always make time for that.”
“Don’t rush it. Kids are important but so is an enjoyable sex life. Hell, I gave grandpa a blow—”
“Okay, grandma, that’s enough congratulations for now.” Irelynn’s face is mortified as she grabs Lucinda’s hands, tugging on her. Mouthing an ‘I’m sorry’ to us, she tries to pull her away.
“Irelynn, rude. I was talking,” Lucinda scolds. She yanks her hand free from Irelynn, waving it dismissively at her. “As I was saying before I was interrupted, I gave grandpa a blowjob in the car. Made him go to the lookout you kids like going to. I was a little worried it was too much excitement for him, but he’s still kicking.”
“Oh my God, Grandma! Why do you say these things?” Irelynn is still tugging on hand while Max turns his back to us, his shoulders shaking from laughter. “Max! Would you help me?” Irelynn hisses.
Everleigh is wiping tears of laughter from her face as she watches the scene in front of her.
“Wow! Did I hear Lucinda say she blew Grandpa before Thanksgiving dinner?” Darin finally sets Vanessa on her feet as he cocks an eyebrow at Lucinda. “Damn, Grandma, no wonder he’s still married to you.”
“I’ll admit, I agree with Darin on this one.” Squeezing Everleigh to me, I joke, “Take notes, goddess. I hope you’re still blowing me before Thanksgiving dinner when we are their age.”
Darin reaches his hand out and I fist bump it. “That’s the type of wife I want,” Darin quips, his green eyes sparkling.
Vanessa laughs but looks slightly uncomfortable at the mention of “wife.” Darin and I have discussed the two of them so I know about the problems they’ve been having. But they seem to be on good terms tonight.
“There are certain advantages to giving a blowjob when you get older.” Lucinda grabs Everleigh’s hand, squeezing gently. “For example, I take my false teeth out, so he never has to worry about me grazing his dick—”
“Grandma!” Irelynn squeals, her face scarlet. “No one wants to hear this!”
“That’s ironic,” Lucinda deadpans, waving her hand at all of us surrounding her. “These young folks are riveted and seem to be enjoying my story immensely.”
