Total pages in book: 26
Estimated words: 22971 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 115(@200wpm)___ 92(@250wpm)___ 77(@300wpm)
Estimated words: 22971 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 115(@200wpm)___ 92(@250wpm)___ 77(@300wpm)
“Amir is strong and brave,” I agreed, and Keegan squeezed me tighter. “He’s a good police officer and a good man. Do you think I’d give my blessing for him to be with my son if he wasn’t?”
“No, Daddy.”
“And do you think I’d ever allow him in my house or around my boy if I thought for a moment he’d do something to upset or hurt you?”
His body relaxed against me as he sighed, “No, Daddy.”
“I know it can be scary meeting new people sometimes, but you’ve got me right here with you. Your safe word travels far outside the bedroom, and so does my protection. I’ll never let anyone hurt you, no matter who they are. But as far as Henley and Amir are concerned, they’re a little different from what most people might expect, too. Amir cares for his boy in every way, including feeding and changing him. And you don’t think bad of them for it, right?”
I knew the answer without having to ask the question; it was only to prove a point, so I wasn’t surprised in the slightest when he replied, “Of course not. I think it’s great that they have each other, and give one another everything they need.”
“That’s how they feel about us, too,” I assured, patting his cute little bottom. “And don’t forget, they helped me get your playroom ready. They know what you like.”
“That was so special. But even though they know what I like, they don’t know what I look like.”
“Oh, yes they do,” I corrected, and he raised his head to look at me with wide eyes. “There’s no way I found a boy as beautiful as you and didn’t brag to my family about it. I told them everything about you, because I’m proud of everything you are.”
Keegan slammed into me, squeezing me in a tight hug. “Thank you, Daddy.” He sniffled his nose but shook his head. “That was so sweet, but I can’t cry; my makeup will run and it’s almost time for our guests.”
I chuckled and dropped a kiss on his head. “You’re welcome. So, I’ll say again; you have nothing to worry about. I am positive they will love you.”
“What if…” he paused, and I listened intently for any more concerns he may have. It was my job and honor to soothe his mind and support him. “What if I love you?”
His words took me by surprise, but I fully expected the way they made me feel; my heart swelled and raced, and happiness filled every cell, every synapse until I could literally feel its warmth.
“That’s perfect, because I love you, too.”
“Really? Oh, Daddy!” His hug threatened to snap my neck, but what a wonderful way to die. “Even though we haven’t known each other very long? I know it’s not ‘traditional’.”
“Baby, I’d like to know one thing about us that is,” I chuckled, and he laughed along with me.
“That’s a very good point.” He beamed up at me, his entire face glowing with joy. “I do love you.”
“And I love you.” I kissed his plush lips, and just as I moved to slip my tongue into his mouth, the sound of my front door opening made Keegan jump. “Sounds like our company is here.”
“Oops, I better get this off of you first,” he giggled, wiping some lipstick off of my mouth with his thumb.
I didn’t mind it, especially since it meant I got to kiss him, but I still teased, “Yes, it definitely wouldn’t look as pretty on me.”
Keegan laughed again and got to his feet. He took my hands and I let him think he pulled me up off of the couch. We stepped into the foyer just as Amir was shutting the front door behind him and Henley.
My son was dressed in what I now knew to be one of his ‘little’ outfits; a pair of black cotton shorts, which I assumed had either a diaper or padded underwear beneath them, and a t-shirt printed with a race car. His long hair was braided in two cords; it was the way Amir usually fixed it. At first, it was to keep Hen from pulling at it when he was nervous, but I hadn’t seen that particular tick in a while. His Daddy gave him peace.
“Hey guys,” I greeted, before giving each of them a bear hug. “I’d like to introduce you to someone very special.” I stepped back again to wrap my arm around my boy’s waist in support. “This is Keegan.”
“It’s very nice to meet you,” Amir offered with a smile, and I felt Keegan relax beneath my touch as he repeated the greeting. “I’m sure you’ve figured it out already, but I’m Amir, and this is Henley.”