Total pages in book: 93
Estimated words: 88889 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 444(@200wpm)___ 356(@250wpm)___ 296(@300wpm)
Estimated words: 88889 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 444(@200wpm)___ 356(@250wpm)___ 296(@300wpm)
I’ve taken two giant steps today, and I need to process them before I can even think of what to deal with next.
Once I’m done at my place, I rush out the back door and quickly walk across the stretch of lawn before letting myself into Levi’s house. When I see the lit candles on the table, I shut the door so the wind doesn’t blow them out.
Levi comes in from the other doorway, and seeing me, he says, “That was fast.”
“Candles?” I ask.
“I wanted to do something special for you, and it’s the best I could come up with on such short notice.” He walks to a cupboard and takes two plates out, setting them down on the table. “I’m making us turkey sandwiches. I hope you’re okay with that?”
“Of course.”
When I move in the direction of the fridge so I can help, Levi shakes his head and points at the chair nearest to me.
“Sit down. I’ll take care of everything.”
I take a seat and track his every movement as he prepares our sandwiches.
I notice Lick watching Levi anxiously, and getting up, I steal a piece of white meat and break it in two before feeding her. She takes it gently from me, bringing a smile to my face, and I say, “We should get another puppy so Lick isn’t alone.”
“Yeah?”
I crouch down and scratch behind her ears, giving her attention, until Levi murmurs, “Come eat, my muse.”
Climbing to my feet, I go to the sink and wash my hands before I sit down at the table. “Thank you for making dinner for us.”
“You did most of the work yesterday. I just had to slap sandwiches together.”
“Levi.” When his eyes flick to mine, I repeat myself. “Thank you.”
A slight smile tugs at his mouth. “You’re welcome.”
I pick up one half of my sandwich, sinking my teeth into it. Once I’ve swallowed, I say, “You owe me a memory.”
Levi glances at me and swallows before he says, “I’ll have to make it a happy one.”
Nodding, I grin.
“Lick was in the backyard doing her thing when my beautiful neighbor came outside.”
I let out a burst of laughter. “It sounds vaguely familiar, but go on.”
“You sat down at the table, and Lick did me a favor by going over to you and getting your attention. It opened a door for me to talk to you, even though I was awkward as fuck.”
“We were both awkward,” I mention.
Levi tilts his head. “You blushed that day. Why?”
“It was the first time I got to see you up close.” When Levi frowns, I say, “You have to know how attractive you are.” He begins to look uncomfortable. “Is it hard for you to accept compliments?”
He nods. “It’s not something I got growing up, so I’m not used to it.”
“Well, brace yourself, because I like giving compliments. You’re easily the most attractive man I’ve ever seen. That’s why I blushed. The attraction hit me so hard, and when I looked into your eyes, I think I knew right then it would only be a matter of time before I fell in love with you.”
“It was the same for me,” Levi murmurs.
Once we’re done with our meal, we clear the table before moving to the living room. We get comfortable on a couch while Lick jumps up on the other one.
“It’s your turn to pick a movie,” I remind him.
“Would you think it’s weird if we watched The Elimination Project? I haven’t seen it.”
My eyes widen. “Why?”
Levi shrugs. “I was too overwhelmed by everything that happened, and I was scared it would suck.”
“It’s sooooo good.” I grab the remote, and switching on the TV, I quickly find the movie and press play. “By the way, it’s one of my favorites.”
“Yeah?”
“I might sob my little heart out at the scene where Easton cries,” I warn Levi.
I snuggle into his side, and when he places his arm around my shoulders, I let out a happy sigh.
While the movie plays, I keep stealing glances at Levi. Emotions flash over his face as he watches his hard work come to life.
When we get to the sad part and Easton lets out a heartbroken cry before breaking down, my throat strains. I wait until the credits run before I say, “I read Easton was really crying. He lost his sister to cancer a few weeks before they shot that scene.”
“Yeah. I was told they might postpone filming, but somehow they still got the movie done on time.” Levi lets out a sigh, then looks at me. “That was . . .”
“Incredible?” He nods, and I add, “The best thing ever?”
A proud smile spreads over his face, and he even looks a little emotional.
“You wrote a damn good book, Levi. You should be very proud of yourself.”
“Thank you.”
I switch off the TV, and turning my body toward his, I ask, “What are you thinking?”