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I drop back against the pillows. “I had a row with Vince. He wanted us to get back together. I told him I’ve moved on and that I was having a baby.” I sigh, still shocked at Vince’s response. “It didn’t put him off. He informed me, it was fine. That he’d already decorated the nursery.”
Caleb looks confused, and I laugh.
“His ex, who he thought he was having a baby with. They’d already decorated the spare room.”
Caleb’s face is a picture as the realisation of Vince’s statement sinks in.
“Is the man a complete moron?” Caleb asks.
I giggle. “He didn’t see the problem.”
“The answer to my question then is yes.”
I chuckle, and Caleb’s face becomes serious.
“Maybe he’s realised his mistake and wants to rectify it. The grass isn’t always greener.”
I shake my head.
“Too bad. I told him to look into a good housekeeping service.” I smile at the memory of Vince’s face.
“Ouch, you have claws, lady,” Caleb chuckles.
“Only when threatened. Vince and I are history. You don’t need to worry. I’m not leaving Gabriel to return to my ex. If that concerns you.”
Caleb looks at me from under his brows. “Am I that obvious?”
I smile. “Maybe, but I don’t blame you. If I had siblings, I’d be the same.”
“What is going on between you and my brother?” Caleb asks.
“None of your business,” a voice sounds from the door, making Caleb jump. “What are you doing here?” Gabriel asks.
Caleb spins in his seat. “Bringing my niece or nephew’s mummy some proper food.”
Gabriel storms into the room.
“That’s my job,” he says, placing down another bag of goodies from my favourite coffee shop.
I bite my lip to hide my smile. Their identical faces, showing opposite expressions. Caleb’s amused, while Gabriel is highlighting his favourite grumpy expression, one I haven’t seen for a while.
“Instead of scowling at your brother, maybe I can get a good morning kiss?” I freeze, immediately realising I may have overstepped the mark. Sure, he always kisses me good morning at home, but...
I watch Gabriel’s expression relax and he steps towards the bed. He wraps his hand around the back of my neck, his mouth coming down on mine in a show of possession. I sink into his kiss. I missed his arms around me last night. Something I never thought I’d say.
When he finally pulls away, he rests his forehead against mine, careful to avoid the bruise. That is going to be a continual reminder of my stupidity for the next week or two.
“Never scare me like that again,” he says, pain and worry reflecting in his eyes.
“I’m sorry,” I say, running my thumb over his lip.
We’re both distracted by a movement out of the corner of our eyes. We turn in unison, only to watch Caleb fanning himself with one of the magazines, the nurses brought me to flick through.
“What are you doing?” Gabriel’s brow furrows against my skin as he takes in his brother.
Caleb laughs. “You two are hot. There I was fearing... fake relationship! My arse!” Caleb stands up, taking one of my hands and raising it to his lips, earning him a growl. “You lovely lady, have completely put my mind at rest. My work here is done.”
He glances at his watch. “Now I have a meeting to get to. Some of us work for a living.” When Gabriel’s scowl deepens, I turn his face back to mine, dropping another kiss on his lips. Caleb gives a dramatic sigh. “I will love you and leave you.”
