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To know we’re on the same page, that we’ll support each other’s choices when it comes to if and when we have sex…it only makes me fall deeper into love with him.It also makes me want to blow him, but then again, I never mind being on my knees for Arlo.
Before I can make the suggestion, my stomach does an impression of a lion, causing Arlo to laugh.“Have you eaten today?”
“Uhh…” I try to remember what I’ve done today, aside from work and play with kittens.“This morning.I shared a bagel with Indie.”
He shakes his head.“Okay, up.I need to mother henyounow.”
I snort and sneak one more kiss before unfolding myself, only stumbling a little when I climb off him.
“A man who accepts not only my sexual needs, or lack thereof, and my menagerie,andfeeds me?I need to marry you.”
Arlo gives me a look I can’t decipher.“Your bar is way too low, Jor.”
“No, it’s actually really, really high.”
“You’re such a flatterer.”
“Or a guy who’s finally with the person he’s supposed to be with.”
Redness spreads across his face and down his throat, and he turns away.I smile, enjoying that I can bring such reactions out of him.I want to do it for the rest of our lives.
The thought should scare me.We’ve only been back together a few weeks, but I think I’ve always known Arlo is the one for me, we just took a long path to get here.
Chapter27
Arlo
I can’t believeI’m doing this.Jordan is lucky I love him, that’s all I have to say about what’s about to happen.
“Let’s go, Eli,” I say, opening his door and unhooking his seatbelt.He breathes in my face, tongue lolling out of his mouth.“So encouraging,” I grouse with a wrinkle of my nose.
Walking into Safe Haven Animal Rescue of Gaynor Beach, I stop to marvel at the white marbled flooring and crystal light fixture hanging above.The more I look around, the more I see the not-so-hidden signs of wealth that speak to the shelter’s history.
“Hello, what can I do for you today?”the man behind the reception desk asks.He’s solidly built, with rather impressive auburn facial hair, teal eyes, and a similar calm demeanor to Jordan’s—though I’m not as drawn to him as I am to my boyfriend.
“Uh, hi.Yes, I was wondering if you have any kittens currently?Well, a cat in general will do.”
“But you’d prefer a kitten?Yes, I know, everyone does.”He says it softly, but I’ve heard enough of Jor’s rants to know he’s disappointed I wouldn’t be interested in an older cat.
“No, I actually don’t think it matters.It’s a gift for my boyfriend, actually.It’s his birthday and, well, I’d be the best boyfriend ever if I showed up with a cat, so here I am.”
“Well, you’re in luck.We have a few that could use good homes.Though, I caution against anyone getting an animal as a gift.They’re a lifelong commitment.”
I smile.“No, I know.Trust me, they’re going to a good home.”
“If you’re sure…”
“Positive.I promise, my boyfriend will love a furry thing as a present.”
“Okay, well, I’m sure we can find you something, then.”
“They’re okay with dogs, you think?”I gesture to Eli.“And other animals?”
“What type of animals?”he asks cautiously.
I laugh a little, hoping he doesn’t think I’m insane.“Well, let’s see, a goat, a pig, two more dogs, and a damn parrot.”
His expression changes a little, his eyes lighting up.“Your boyfriend wouldn’t happen to be named Jordan, now, would he?”
