Page 118 of Tangled Emotions

“He deserves it.” She shrugged.

“Why are you still mad at him?”

“I’m not.” She grinned. “I’m just having fun.”

“You’re a nightmare, and God made you cute, so no one kills you.” I let out a snort. “I’m going home.”

“Sure, sure. Leave me to my own devices.”

“Evelyn.” I turned and looked at her.

“Ugh.” She frowned. “Killjoy.”

On the walk home, I couldn’t help smiling. I had the next few days with my guys. The past few months have been amazing with Frank.

And to be honest? I fall more in love with him as each day passes.

It’s time to tell him.

Besides. I’m tired of saying goodnight and waking up without him.

When I made it home, I walked in and found them both on the floor, building something with the blocks.

“Hey guys.”

Frank sat up on his knees, hobbling over to me. His arms wrapped around my middle, and I leaned down to kiss him.

“Ew.” Mattie made a vomiting sound. “Hey, Doc, is now a good time?”

Chuckling, Frank looked at the ground, shaking his head. I took off and walked over to check out the build. “Good time for what, Matt?”

They both stayed silent as I wandered over to the closet and kicked off my shoes. As I turned, I saw them with their heads together and my heart melted.

I walked over to them and cupped Frank’s face in my hands. “Francis?”

“Yes?”

“I love you.”

He looked back at Matt. “Now.”

“Now?” I looked between them and watched as Frank pulled out a small ring box. “Frank?”

He’s got a ring box, and he’s not getting up.

“Edith?” He flipped it open. “Will you marry me?”

Tears clouded my vision as I tried to take in the ring. A center stone set with a smaller diamond on each side, white gold metal. The box looked old.

“Where … did you …”

“It was my mother’s.” Frank whispered to me and my hand flew to my mouth.

“Are you serious?” My hands trembled.

“Paper or plastic, Edie.” He deadpanned

I choked on a sob.

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