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EPILOGUE

ALLISON

B reath on the back of her neck, draws Allison from sleep. The press of warm lips to her bare skin arouses her in more ways than one. Allison is cocooned in the warmth of Russell’s large body. His hand is sliding up her right leg over her thigh, his hand gripping her hip with a gentle squeeze. “Good morning, sugar,” he rumbles in her ear, pressing another kiss to her neck.

Allison wiggles her hips against the large erection she can feel pressing against her ass. Russell groans, sending a shiver down her spine and goosebumps over her skin. “Vixen,” he mumbles, between kisses to her neck. “How do you feel this morning?”

Allison’s morning sickness has lessened over the last few weeks, but some mornings she still has nausea. This morning she feels pretty good right now. “Good, at least for the moment.” She twists around to face her handsome man. And he is her man. Despite the rocky start, they’ve fallen into a comfortable routine, leaving Allison happier than she’d ever believed she could be.

Russell’s right hand smooths the hair out of her face. “I would like you to meet my family if you’re ready.” His tone conveying his fear that Allison isn’t going to be on board with this, but he should know better by now. She’s more than ready to meet them in person. She’d met them all over a Facetime call, but it isn’t the same.

“You know I’m happy to meet them,” Allison assures him. “Sadie is so sweet and Leigh is quickly becoming a good friend. Amber has texted me a couple times asking how I’m feeling. Your mom has been so thoughtful and welcoming. I’m looking forward to seeing them in person.”

“Good,” he breathes out, his body relaxing noticeably. “Mom called last night while you were in the bath. She wants us to come out soon. I’d asked for leave a while back, because it takes a while for requests to go through the channels. Hawk said yesterday I’ve been approved. We can leave Friday afternoon if you’re okay with it.”

“I’d love to go.” Russell pulls her close, kissing her deeply. Desire swirls in her belly, made all the more intense when his hands skim over her naked body. They’d made love last night. Russell had left her utterly sated and exhausted. She hadn’t bothered with a night gown or pjs afterward. She’d fallen into a deep sleep and woke feeling amazing.

Every day since Russell had brought her home to his apartment, over a month ago, has been better than the day before. They’ve spent hours in conversation working through the issues that had kept them at odds. Russell talked about his dad’s passing, how it had made him feel, and the overwhelming responsibility he feels toward his mom and his sisters.

Russell had called his mom with Allison at his side and talked to her about how he felt. The conversation had seemed to help his mom, too. She’d cried of course, still trying to come to terms with her loss and grief. She’d apologized over and over, because she hadn’t realized how much Russell had taken upon himself.

Allison had confessed she doesn’t want to go back to California, not even to get her things. She wants to be close to family and friends, especially with the baby coming. Russell had been over the moon happy. He’d called his friend, Dude and asked if he and some of his friends could pack up Allison’s things and have them shipped to his address. They’d gotten a text yesterday that her things should arrive in a couple of days.

Allison moans when Russell’s hand delves between her legs, teasing her sensitive parts just how she likes it. “You gonna ride me this morning?” Russell questions, working his fingers faster which makes her hips buck against him. Too breathless for words, Allison nods.

In a blink, he has shifted to his back while sliding her over his hips, spreading her wide. “Yeah, sugar, just like that,” Russell murmurs, lining up his cock with her entrance. Allison drives herself down on his engorged length taking him deep. Russell grunts while she groans as she bottoms out. “Fuck, baby!”

Allison rises and falls, chasing the high her man has given her over and over again. It crosses her mind; this is never going to get old. Every time they come together is better than the last. “I’m gonna come!” she cries. Russell grips her hips, pumping up into her with more fervor. “Russell!” The orgasm exploding from within her, hot and bright. Russell keeps driving up, dragging out every last bit of pleasure before he slams her down, holding her there while he spills inside her.

Allison shivers with aftershocks, collapsing onto his chest. Russell pumps lazily a couple more times increasing her tremors. “Damn, sugar, I think you broke me.”

Allison laughs, feeling their release leaking out around where they’re still joined. She turns her head. Her chin resting between his pecs. “I’m the one who just flew into a million pieces, babe. How is it still this good?” Russell’s relaxed face forms a smug grin.

“I’m just that good, baby.” Allison laughs again.

“Yeah, you are.” She sighs, resting her cheek on his sweaty chest. His hands rubbing gently over her bare back. “I love you.” His hands still then hug her tightly.

“I love you, sugar, now and always.”