Page 149 of Rebound
As I stare at him, I realize that Kai was right all those months ago. I fell in love with Roman in the quiet moments. There was no sudden lightning storm through my veins, no feelingof ecstasy, just a steady certainty blooming in my chest. I’m in love with Roman Maddox. A thought which is astonishing and inevitable.
FORTY-FIVE
ROMAN
My apartment feels strange without Lavinia here. Her scent lingers in my room and on my bed, even though she’s not here and she hasn’t been here for the past two weeks. She’s in New York filming for a brand deal. It’s for a beauty brand and Lavinia has been ecstatic.
While she was still playing, her branding was all about how women can be strong and still be beautiful. One is not different from the other.
I’m so fucking proud of her and at the same time, I miss her. We’ve been texting each other back and forth the whole time and I’m ready for her to come home.
February 2
Blossom
No offense, but I think I saw the hottest man walk past me.
Roman
How’s that possible? I haven’t left Boston.
Blossom
How can you be jealous of a man you haven’t even seen?
In response to that, I sent a picture of my left hand with my ring proudly on display.
February 3
Blossom
Three more days.
Roman
Feels like forever. Is this how you felt when I was gone for my away games?
Blossom
Well, yes and no. I do miss sex, though.
Roman
Baby, if you want to watch me jerk off then you need to video call me.
Blossom
Tempting, but Jules and I are literally out for dinner, and it’d be a little awkward watching my husband pleasure himself while we’re eating.
Roman
Next time.
February 4
Roman
Two more days.
