“Maybe I should have come back to work when the kids were in school. Maybe then we wouldn’t have had problems.”
He stopped what he was doing and looked at me. “I thought you liked being home.”
“I did. I do. But once they were in school. I had the time to come in and work again.”
He came to me, putting his hands on my arms. “It’s not good to look back on should’ves and could’ves.”
He was right, of course. Even so, it wasn’t too late.
“I could do it now. Then you wouldn’t have to sell.”
“First, it’s a done deal. Second, we couldn’t do it now. Right now, the focus is on your health.”
Oh yeah.
“Are you having second thoughts about selling?” he asked.
“No. I just don’t want you to regret this. Or to resent me.”
“Oh baby.” He pulled me closer. “I love you. This is what I want. Really and truly.”
“I worry you’ll get bored.”
“The kids are gone during the day, right?” He lifted his head and met my gaze.
“Yes.”
“Think of how much exercise my dick can get.”
I gave him a friendly slap. “You have a one-track mind.”
“I think I’ve mentioned before that it’s my dick, not my mind.” He gave me a quick kiss. “I liked my work, but it’s not my life. I don’t feel like I’ll be missing out. To be honest, I’m looking forward to new adventures once you’re cured.”
“As long as you’re sure.”
“The only thing I’ve ever been more sure of is that you’re the one for me.”
I rolled my eyes. “If you do get bored, you can give lessons on how to talk romantically.”
“Nah. It takes inspiration. You’re my muse, Terra. Everything I am and want to be springs from you.”
“You did it again. You can write a book. How to Be Swoonworthy.”
He smiled. “Number one. Marry the woman of your dreams.”
I rested my head against his chest. “Number two. Never let go.”
Working with Brayden again gave me a new found insight into just how brilliant my husband was in business. Maybe not new found, as I’d worked by his side for a few years before. No, it was more like a rediscovery. I’d gotten so involved in my own life and role as a mom, I’d lost sight of what an effective businessman he was. I was glad to have the opportunity to work with him again as we transitioned the business to the new owners.
Brayden had done what he’d needed to be with me and the kids and to secure our future, but also, he’d made sure his staff was looked after as well. He negotiated that Kyle would be promoted and that all staff would remain for at least six months, since companies often laid off workers of the businesses they bought. He’d also giving them bonuses before making the final transfer of the business.
When we finished at the office and said our final goodbyes, it was afternoon and time to pick up the kids.
“You look tired,” Brayden said as I leaned my head back on the headrest.
“I am. I haven’t gotten as much sleep as usual.”
He looked at me with a coy smile. “Sorry.”