Breaking The Cycle

Chapter 16

Austin's POV

*Present Day*

    This weekend has been one of the best I've had in a long time and it's all thanks to Sarah and her amazing kids. I know Lizzi and Cameron are not mine, but the more time I spend with them, the more I begin to feel like they are my own children. I never thought I would ever find happiness like this and be with the woman I want to spend the rest of my life with, but here I am in love with Sarah and we are complete with our own little family. I just pray that she feels the same way that I do.

    After we spent the entire day yesterday at the water park, we all slept in a little this morning and then just hung around the house for a few hours before I had to leave and come back to my place. Tomorrow I will be signing all the paperwork to officially take over my parents hardware store, but today my parents wanted to get together and go over a few minor details before everything is said and done. As excited as I am to be taking over, I hate that this means tomorrow will be the last day that I take Sarah to work in the morning for a while and I won't be able to spend as much time in the afternoon with her and the kids, but it will all be worth it. After years of being a screw up, I have finally shown my parents that I deserve this and it will really make the future great for Sarah, the kids, and I.

    The afternoon flies by while I discuss important business details with my dad and as we finish up, my mom suggests we go out to dinner for an early celebration in my honor. I want to call Sarah and tell her to come join us, but my dad hates being put in situations where he has to meet some new with no warning, so I accept that it will just be me and my parents. My mom already knows Sarah, but my dad was always too busy to meet any of my friends when I was a kid, so he only knew of Sarah, but didn't have a face for the name. Even though he doesn't know her, he does know a lot about her. My parents have been listening to me talk about her nonstop since I found out she was back in town and they can both see how happy she makes me. My mom wants to do a Sunday lunch at their house one day soon, so that she can see Sarah and meet Lizzi and Cameron, her future grandchildren as she refers to them and my dad agrees. He may be a grumpy old man on the outside, but on the inside he has a soft spot for love and I'm so thankful that they are both so open and accepting of Sarah and the kids. 

    Eventually we make it out to dinner, only after my mom spends almost an hour trying to get ready and finally settling on a simple pair of jeans with a dressy shirt. We end up at a little seafood and steak house just outside of town and enjoy a delicious dinner together before we head our separate ways for the night. Getting home, I flip on every light in the house and make my way to my room. I haven't been here much lately and it's too quiet and empty in this old house of mine. I go straight to the bathroom and take a quick shower, just ready to climb into bed, so that morning will come faster. Stepping out of the shower and drying off, I head back into my room and throw on a pair of boxers, before climbing into my bed. I lay there staring up at the ceiling unable to sleep in this empty bed. I roll over and check the time on the clock that sits on the table by my bed and it reads 10:16 p.m, so I grab my phone hoping Sarah will still be awake and send a quick message to her.

 Austin: Hey beautiful.. Are you still awake? 

Sarah: Hey handsome.. I'm still up.. I've been waiting all evening for your text.. I was starting to think you forgot about me.. 

Austin: I'm sorry angel.. My parents wanted to go to dinner and I didn't have my phone with me till I got home and I wasn't sure you'd be awake this late on a work night.. 

Sarah: I've been in bed since 8:30 when I put the kids to bed, but I can't sleep without you here.. I've gotten so used to having you to cuddle with, the bed is too empty without you.. 

Austin: I was just thinking the same thing about my bed lol.. Just a few more hours and I'll be seeing you again my sweet love.. 

Sarah: And I can't wait.. How did everything go today? 

Austin: It went okay I guess.. Mainly just my dad going over all the different vendors with me and how I need to handle each of them.. Stuff I already know, but he wanted to make sure.. I'm ready to get tomorrow over with.. 

Sarah: I know you are honey.. It will all be over soon enough and then you and I can celebrate you.. 

Austin: I really just want to spend time with you and the kids.. I hope they behaved today.. 

Sarah: They were good today.. Cameron was outside most of the day with my mom and John in the garden and Lizzi hung out with me and Abby and we had some girl time doing nails and hair.. 

Austin: That's good angel.. Sounds like y'all had a good day.. 

Sarah: It would have been better with you here.. 

Austin: Soon enough angel.. I missed y'all today, but it was such a busy day.. 

Sarah: We missed you too honey.. I'm sure you're exhausted.. Try and get some sleep and I'll see you in the morning.. Sweet dreams.. I love you.. 

Austin: Goodnight angel.. I love you..

    I set my phone back down on the side table and try to get some sleep because I know tomorrow will be crazy busy and if I don't get my sleep, I will be an awful person. 

All too early, my alarm goes off pulling me from my restless sleep and I reach over and slam my hand down on the clock to cut the beeping sound. Rubbing the sleep from my eyes, I slowly sit up and throw my legs off the side of the bed and lazily stand up making my way to the bathroom. I brush my teeth and splash some cold water on my face to really wake myself up and then go back into my room to get dressed for the day. I pull on a pair of starched jeans and a blue plaid button down dress shirt, tucking it into my jeans before pulling my belt through the loops and slipping on socks and my boots. I give myself a once over in the mirror and head to the front door grabbing my truck keys and cowboy hat on my way out the door, ready to go get my girl before the day gets into full swing.

Sarah's POV

*Present Day*

    I don't sleep all night without Austin next to me, images of an enraged Mark play in my mind every time I try to close my eyes. It seems like forever, but eventually my alarm goes off and I jump from my bed and go straight to the bathroom to shower and get ready for today. After showering and brushing my teeth, I pull my hair into a loose braid that hangs over my shoulder and pull on a simple dressy outfit for the office, not in the mood to dress up or anything special. I slip on my shoes and make my way to the kitchen and pour myself a giant cup of coffee with at least a cup of sugar added. Usually Austin will bring me coffee in the morning, but John has a big meeting today and he was up before me and made a pot of coffee, so I told Austin not to worry about stopping on his way over. I inhale my coffee, burning my mouth as I do and then toss my cup in the sink before heading to the front door. Grabbing my bag, I head out the door and sit on the porch while I wait for Austin. A few minutes later, I hear the roar of his truck as he flies down the little dirt road to my house, only slowing down enough to carefully pull into the driveway. I immediately make my way to the passenger side and jump in before he even has a chance to put the truck in park.

    "Somebody's up early and ready to go today." Austin chuckles as I buckle myself in.

    "I'm far from ready for anything today.." I huff as I slouch back in the seat.

    "What's wrong, angel? Do you need coffee? I thought you said John made some,  but if we need to stop we can."

    "I had my coffee, I just haven't slept and I'm ready to get today over with so I can get back in bed." 

    'I'm sorry angel.. Today will be over before you know it and you can take a much needed nap."

    "Yea right! Today will be the longest 8 hours ever and then you won't even be picking me up, Abby will and she wants to go shopping and won't let me back out."

    "Oh, but you'll have fun with her, y'all always do. Just try and think of the positive. I will see you tonight for dinner and then we can both get a goodnight's sleep when we get back to the house."

    "That's the only reason I got up today." I reply grumpily, looking over to him smiling as he drives down the road to my job, finally really seeing him for the first time this morning. His hair is slicked to the side, but I can see a little frizz where I'm guessing his hat was and the blue of his shirt makes his eyes brighter than they already are. The smell of his cologne hits me then and the intoxicating scent takes over and I find myself wanting to jump on top of him right here in the truck and make love to him, but I hold back. "You look amazing today babe. I mean, you always look good, but you cleaned up nice today." I smile at him, a hint of desire in my voice. I can tell he hears it when he smile quickly changes to a smirk as he turns to me.

    "You think so angel? This is all special just for you." he winks, his smirk growing. I roll my eyes and turn to look out the window just as we are pulling in to the parking lot of my job.

    "You're a mess, babe. I gotta get to work and you have to get to the hardware store, so why don't you save all your 'sexy talk' for later?" I laugh, unbuckling and jumping from the truck. Austin gets out and meets me at the front of the truck before I go inside the vets office. 

    "A quick kiss for the road angel?" he asks, placing his hands on my hips, pulling me into him. I stretch up on my tip toes and kiss his lips gently before pulling away.

    "Now, get to work Mr.! I love you!" I say over my shoulder as I walk inside and head to my desk. The day drags on and it feels like it will never end. Even though Austin put a smile on my face this morning, it was gone rather quickly once my work day started. A few irate pet owners, an aggressive dog, a grumpy head vet, and no sleep for me, made this Monday pretty shitty and the hands on the clock are just not moving fast enough for me. Five minutes till it's time to leave, I see Abby pull up outside and I've never been more happy to see my sister. I start to slowly get my stuff together, killing the last few minutes of the day. Finally the clock on the bottom of the computer screen shows 5 o'clock, so I clock out and grab my stuff up, making a run for the door before anyone can try and stop me.

    "Good lord, Sarah! Are you running from a murderer or something?!" Abby asks as I jump into her front seat and slam the door shut.

    "It's been a horrible day and I just want to get the hell out of here, so let's go." I sit back and buckle up as she pulls out and heads to the strip mall just outside of town.

    "Well damn! What crawled up your ass and died?" 

    "Nothing Abby, I'm just exhausted and ready to get this day over with so I can love on my babies and see Austin and hopefully get some damn sleep tonight."

    "Hey now sassy ass, this shopping trip was your idea, I just wouldn't let you cancel because retail therapy is exactly what you need." 

    "Whatever, heifer." I roll my eyes and cross my arms over my chest, laying back against the seat watching the tress fly by as she drives down the highway. Thankfully the drive is only like 15 minutes, so we get there pretty fast and since it's Monday, the mall is pretty empty.

    "So what exactly did you want to come shopping for?" Abby asks as we climb from her car and begin walking towards the entrance.

    "This is kinda embarrassing to talk to my sister about, but I don't have friends to get tips from and it's a surprise for Austin and I want it to be memorable, so I guess I have to talk to you. Plus I really need help because I have no clue what I am doing when it comes to stuff like this.." I trail off seeing Abby's eyes widen as she slowly starts to figure out what I'm talking about.

    "You and Austin haven't had s*x yet?!" She practically screams for everyone around us to hear.

    "Will you shut the hell up, Abby! And no, we have not had s*x yet, thank you very much! With everything I've been through, he wanted to wait till the time is right and personally I think tonight is perfect." I say in a whisper for only her ears to hear. "So I need you to help me pick out something sexy to wear to dinner tonight and something sexier underneath it, to surprise him. Also, I need you to keep the kids for me tonight, so that we can go back to his place and be uninterrupted."

    "Oh. My. God. YES! I'm so freakin' excited! Why are we still standing here?! Let's go woman!" her excitement exploding from the seams. We venture through a few stores, Abby having me try on a million things in each,but I just can't find anything that really makes me feel great. Just as I am ready to give up, she drags me into one last store and pulls a million dresses for me to try on and then runs off to find lingerie for me to pick through. After about 8 dresses, I finally try on a mid thigh length coral colored dress that hugs all my curves and has a very deep v cut in the top to show case my breasts. Grabbing the black wedge heels Abby left with me, I slip them on and step out to show her. 

    "You are one hot momma, woman! This is definitely THE dress for tonight! Austin won't be able to take his eyes off of you or his hands." Abby winks, smirking at me.

    "I really love this one.. Are you sure it looks good enough for tonight?" I study my reflection in the mirror, starting to question if I like it or not.

    "Sarah Ann, get out of your head! You look absolutely phenomenal and any man would be crazy to turn you down. Now, go change back into your close, so we can pick out some lingerie to put under that bomb dress." I turn and go back into the dressing room and quickly change back into my close. Stepping out, I hand the dresses I don't like to the attendant and keep the coral one with the black wedges. I look around a minute for Abby and finally find her holding two very small lingerie sets, waiting for me.

    "Umm, Abby? Are these for me or for you? Because I'm not sure those are going to cover anything on me.."

    "Duh Sarah, they aren't supposed to cover much, that's the whole point and yes, they are for you. I'm buying both pair for you so you can decide at home which one you like best for tonight and then save the other one for next time."  she nudges my arm slightly, smiling over at me. Finding a few things for her, we make our way to the check out and then head home, so that I can get ready. The whole car ride a knot is forming in my stomach as my nerves begin to kick in.

    We get home and I go straight to my room with my bags, laying them on the bed before I go into the kitchen to through together a small dinner for Lizzi and Cameron.

    "Hey, sweetheart. What ya doin'?" my mom walks into the room and asks.

    "I'm making the kids dinner before I get ready for my date." I focus all my attention on the pot of water on the stove.

    "You know, watched water never boils sweetie.." she steps over and turns my face to look at her. "Abby already told me about your special night with Austin and all I'm gonna tell you is to be careful and responsible." 

    "Umm.. thanks mom.. I'll be careful, I promise." I make a mental note to kick Abby's ass the first chance I get. Just because she is so open about her s*x life, doesn't mean we all are.

    "No need to be embarrassed, sweetie. We are both grown woman and it's all a part of life. Now, let me finish cooking and you run along and get ready."

    "As long as it will get this conversation to end.." I step away from the stove, my mom taking my place. "Thank you mom. I owe ya one!" I kiss her cheek before making a mad dash for my room and grab the bag off the bed and go to the bathroom. I take a quick shower, making sure to shave all the little bits and pieces and hop out, throwing my hair in a towel and drying my body off. I rub a coconut scented lotion, my favorite smell, on my whole body and slip the lingerie on admiring the way it makes my breasts sit up perkier than normal and how the black lace sits on my fair skin. Before pulling on my dress, I apply some mascara, eyeliner, and a blush colored lipstick just to give my face a little more life. Thankfully when my hair air drys, it was a natural curl that most girls spend hours trying to achieve. Finally, slipping the dress on, I stare at my reflection in the mirror not recognizing the stunning woman staring back at me. I don't remember ever looking or feeling this good about myself. Instinctively, my hands run over my arms feeling for tender spots that I will need to cover, but there aren't any. For the first time in my life, I have no bruises or cuts and scratches to cover; my skin is flawless and I can be comfortable with people seeing me. I eventually pull my eyes from the mirror and go back into my room and check the time, seeing that Austin will be here any minute. I quickly slip on the black wedge heels and grab my bag sticking a few over night things in it; toothbrush, clean panties, and protection just in case he doesn't have any. I look myself over one more time, taking a deep breath and walking out to the living room.

    "Hot damn! My sister cleans up good, y'all!" John whistles as I walk into the room.

    "Shut the hell up weirdo! And duh she looks good, I'm the one that dressed her." Abby chimes in, smacking John in the arm.

    "Both of you give it up." I laugh, but immediately stop when I hear a knock on the front door, the knots from earlier returning to my stomach. John stands up and goes to the door pulling it open revealing a very handsome Austin, still dressed in his clothes from this morning.

    "Hey man" he shakes Austin's hand. "I'm gonna warn you now, you better take care of my sister or I'm gonna kick your ass."

    "Shouldn't that have been a first date warning?" Austin chuckles and his eyes scan the room, finally falling on me. "Never mind. That's a very good warning for tonight. I'm gonna have to beat the s**t out of a million guys are gonna want her." His eyes never move from me as he walks past John into the house making his way over to me and wrapping his arms around my waist. "Well hello beautiful. I'm afraid I've never met you before." he smirks.

    "Hello to yourself handsome." I smile at him, kissing his cheek softly. "Should we get going before it gets any later?"

    "Yes, yes we should. I can't wait for the world to see you on my arm." he steps away, taking my hand in his.

    "Lizzi. Cameron. Y'all behave. Mom? Let me know if y'all need anything." I kiss the kids on the forehead and make my way out of the house with Austin.

    We end up at the same Italian restaurant where we had our first date and the evening is absolutely perfect. From the wine, to the food, to the conversation, everything is simply amazing, but in the back of my head the fear of what is to come never leaves as we finish eating and head back out to the truck.

    "I could get used to Monday night dates.." Austin says as we buckle in and he starts the truck up. "and as much as I don't want the nigh to end, I know you're tired, so let's get you home."

    "Actually, I was thinking we could go back to your place tonight.." I try to say without letting my nerves show.

    "Really? You've never asked to go to my place before. What's the occasion?"

    "Nothing, I just wanted to spend a night alone with you. No kids interrupting or anything, you know? Just quality time together." I try to make what I'm saying believable, but I know the shakiness in my voice is giving me away.

    "If you say so angel. I have no objections as long as this is what you want." he eyes me suspiciously as we turn out on the road and head to his house. Pulling into his driveway, he turns off his truck and climbs out, coming around to my side and helps me out before guiding me into the house. Inside, we walk over to the couch in his cozy living room and he sits, pulling me down on his lap. "So what are your real intentions for wanting to come here?" 

    "I told you already. I just want some quality time with you." I lay my head on his shoulder and run my fingers over his chest.

    "Then quality time is what you'll get. What do you wanna do? Watch a movie or just talk? It's up to you; we'll do anything you want, angel."

    "First can you show me where the bathroom is. I think all that wine form dinner is finally hitting me." I laugh lightly and stand from his lap, him standing up behind me, taking my hand.

    "I only have one bathroom and it's back here.." he leads me in the direction of what I'm assuming is his bedroom. "Do you want me to wait here for you to show you back to the living room or do you think you got it?" a smirk playing on his lips.

    "Would you please wait for me? I'm not totally comfortable wandering around your house just yet." I smile as we walk into the room, which is definitely his bedroom and I take in what I'm seeing. The whole house has this old time, antique feel to it, but his room is nothing like that. Centered on one wall is a massive canopy king size bed, with deep blue, sheer curtains hanging off the posts and a silk bed set to match. On either side of the bed solid oak wood side tables are placed with a lamp on each and across the room is a t.v, what looks to be a 52" flat screen, hangs on the wall with a small dresser that matches the side tables, placed under it. In the center of the room, an area rug that matches the bed covers the hardwood floor, pulling the room together. The whole room is like something out of a modern day magazine and definitely not what I expected to see. Austin sits on the bed and points to 2 doors on the wall where the t.v is.

    "The one on the left is the bathroom and the right is the closet. I'll be right here when you get done." he lays back on his elbows watching me as I walk into the bathroom. Once inside, I close the door behind me and quickly slip my dress off. Double checking my face and hair in the mirror, I slightly adjust the lingerie and freshen myself up a bit. I try taking a few calming breaths to get rid of my nerves, but it's not working. I give up and decide it's now or never and slowly open the bathroom door, but I don't walk out.

    "Everything okay, angel?" I hear Austin shuffle on the bed and the next thing I know, he is standing in front of me in the bathroom doorway. "Sarah, are you.." his voices trails off as his eyes trail over my body. 'Wow.. You look amazing angel. What's all this for?"

    "I don't want to wait anymore. I want you to have me, all of me tonight." I whisper out.

    "You seem scared.. If you're not ready, we can wait Sarah. I'm not rushing you."

    "I know you're not and I'm thankful for that, but I am ready, I'm just nervous. I don't know what I'm doing and I don't want to look stupid."

    "Baby, you look far from stupid.." his eyes roam over my body again as he places his hands on my hips. "If you are sure that you are ready, then let me love you and we can learn each other as we go."

    "I'm ready. I've never been more sure of anything. I want you Austin, all of you." I lean in and kiss his lips softly at first, but it quickly turns into much more. His hands slide down from my sides and grip around my thighs, lifting me up and wrapping my legs around his waist walking us to his bed. He gently lays me down, my head on the pillows unwrapping me from around him. Standing at the bedside, eyes locked with mine, he slowly unbuttons his shirt, sliding it off, before kicking off his boots and pulling off his jeans, leaving him in only his boxers. Even though this isn't the first time I've seen him like this, my breath still catches in my throat and my eyes roam over every inch of his tan muscled body, taking in every last detail. Locking eyes again with me, he climbs on the bed, setting himself between my legs, his body now hovering over mine.    

    "Are you really sure about this?" his voice barely a whisper as he leans in, placing kisses down my neck. Words fail me as I try to reply to him, so I nod my head and tilt it to the side just enough to give him more access to my neck. His lips trail from my neck down to the valley between my breasts and then further down to the bare skin of my stomach and hips. As he trails his way back up to my breasts, he looks to me for the okay to remove all material from my body. I nod again and he proceeds to unhook my bra and pull it off before gently running his hands over my exposed breasts, flicking lightly at my n*****s and continuing down to my waist where we slowly pulls down the black lace panties all the way to my feet. Slipping them off and then carefully removing my heels, his hot lips touch the bare skin of my ankles, sending shivers down my spine. Before dragging his lips from my ankles all the way up to my thighs, he slips off his boxers, his bulge suddenly set free from the material and then continues to place kisses on every inch of my exposed body creating an unfamiliar warmth between my legs. His lips, still on my thighs, get closer and closer to the warmth growing between them and my breathing quickens. With the suspense killing me, my hands grip the bedding on either side of me and a small moan escapes my lips. I feel the vibration of a soft chuckle against my skin as his tongue starts to trace circles on my inner thigh making his way to my now very wet v****a. Before I can brace myself, his tongue runs over my wet folds and brushes against my c**t, sending a wave of lightening through my body.

    "OH AUSTIN!" I moan loudly as his tongue continues to lap at my juices and he slowly slides two fingers into me. Pleasure rocking through my body, I feel as if I can't hold on much longer and my hips buck a few times as I cry out his name again, his fingers pulsing in and out of me and tongue still moving in the same rhythm as I ride out my o****m. As my body slowly comes down from the high, he begins his trail of kisses up my stomach and over my breasts, stopping to give each one special attention, before finally making it to my lips.

    "You taste amazing my love.." he says in a low growl as he presses his lips to mine, the taste of my juices still lingering on his lips. The kiss deepens as our tongues fight for control and I can feel his now fully erect bulge pressing at my opening. "Let me grab something really quick and then I am all yours.." he reaches over to the bedside table, pulling out a condom and ripping it open before sliding it on his p***s. Leaning back down over my body, he slowly enters me as he gauges my expression. Completely consumed by the feeling in my pit, I can barely hold myself together.

    "Please Austin! I want you NOW! Hard and fast! Please baby!" I scream out gripping his back and wrapping my legs tight around him. Not waiting one more second, he thrusts into me, filling me with himself and giving me exactly what I asked for. His thrusts continue, hard and deep, causing ripples of pleasure to roll through my body. My walls begin to clench around his erection inside me and I can feel myself coming undone again. 

    'Oh yes! Austin! Yes! I'm going to c*m! I'm almost there baby! Don't stop!" I cry out, my nails digging into his back as my hips buck in rhythm with his thrusts.

    "c*m for me baby.." he growls back out at me just as I let go, my o****m tearing through me and my juices spill out onto his p***s. He thrusts into me hard a few more times before he comes undone himself and we ride out our orgasms together. Slowly coming down from our high, his body collapses on the bed next to me, both of us trying to catch our breath. He pulls the condom off, throwing it in the trashcan by the bed and then rolls over wrapping his arms around my waist.

    "That. Was. Amazing." is all I manage to breathe out as I try to steady my heartbeat.

    "I can definitely agree with that, angel." Austin lets out a low chuckle. "Why don't you go get cleaned up and we can get some sleep."

    "Why don't you come join me?" I say winking as I stand from the bed trying to steady myself on my now very wobbly legs.

    "I like the way you think beautiful.." he jumps from the bed. "Come on lets go!" he drags me to the bathroom and starts the shower hoping in and waving for me to join me. I step in with him, letting the hot water run over my still very sensitive skin. Austin lathers up the sponge and begins washing my body, but doesn't get very far, before we are going for round two; this time not as slow and careful. He pushes my body against the shower wall and wraps my legs around him, slamming his erect p***s into my opening and thrusts quickly in and out getting us both to our finish in a matter of minutes. Coming down from our high we try to go back to bathing, but easily get distracted at least 4 more times. Eventually we get cleaned up and out of the shower and climb into bed, both of us completely exhausted from the last few hours of absolute passion.

    "I love you Austin. Thank you for today." I whisper as I snuggle in closer to him.

    "I love you, Sarah. And thank you for today and everyday. You make me the happiest man in the world and I just pray I can return the favor and make you the happiest woman in the world."

    "You already do, babe." I smile over at him, kissing his jawline softly.

    "Can I ask you something, Sarah?"

    "Of course you can. What is it?"

    "I've just been thinking a lot about how much I love going to sleep next to you every night and waking up to you every morning and how much I hate when I have to be away form you and LIzzi and Cameron and well.. I was just thinking, maybe.. Would y'all want to move in with me? I've got plenty of space and it would make getting to and from work easier for both of us and with me having to work more hours as the owner, I won't get to see y'all as much, but if you're here, then I will get to spend every free minute with y'all." he rambles on, his nerves getting the best of him.

    "Austin, my love, I would be more than happy to live with you.." I laugh at his nervousness. "But are you sure you're ready for all 3 of us to be here? Staying with us for a few hours in the evening and sleeping over is one thing, but living with us is a whole other deal all together. It's a lot to take in, a woman AND 2 kids. I just want to make sure you've really thought about this." i tilt my head further back to look into his eyes.

    "I have angel, I really have. I want y'all here with me all the time. I want to be apart of not just all the good times, but all the bad times too. I love Lizzi and Cameron as if they were my own flesh and blood and I want to be in their lives every moment I can as long as you will let me." he locks his eyes with mine, love pouring from his gaze.

    "Well then sweet man of mine, it looks like you just got yourself 3 new roommates." I smile big at him and kiss his lips before cuddling back into his chest. "We'll hash out all the details tomorrow, but right now, I'm wore out and ready to get some sleep before work in the morning."

    "You've got it baby. Goodnight. I love you." he kisses the top of my head and lays back on the pillows getting comfortable.

    "Goodnight. I love you too." I whisper to him as I feel his chest slowly rise and fall under my head, his soft snore filling the silence of the room. Even though I am beyond exhausted, I can't seem to sleep. My mind is racing a million miles a minute and I can't relax enough to even get comfortable. I lay on Austin's chest for a little bit longer, waiting for him to be in a deep sleep before I move and go out of the room. Quietly I make my way through the house and into the living room, plopping down on the couch after finding the remote to the t.v. I flip it on, only finding late night infomercials and sit back, pulling the throw blanket from the back of the couch, letting whatever is being said on the screen take over my brain to block any other thoughts I have.

    Waking up the next morning, I stretch carefully, worried I may fall off the couch only to realize I am back in Austin's bed. I turn to look for him and see him sitting up in bed watching me.

    "Good morning handsome." I smile and reach over stroking his cheek.

    "Why did you leave last night?" a puzzled look on his face as he studies me waiting for a response.

    "I just couldn't sleep and I didn't want to wake you up, so I went in the other room." I sit up turning to face him. "I'm sorry. I didn't mean to upset you."

    "I'm not upset, angel, I just was worried I did something wrong and pushed you away. He scared me a little when I woke up in the middle of the night and you weren't here beside me. Thankfully I could hear the t.v in the living room and found you on the couch." he looks down at the bed, playing with the corner of the blanket.

    "Austin, honey, you didn't do anything wrong. Some nights my brain just gets the better of me and keeps me awake. Boring t.v helps clear my head and get me to sleep. I'm sorry I scared you." I scoot across the bed and take his face in my hands. "I love you Austin Anderson and nothing will ever change that. Now get that sexy toosh out of bed before we are both late for work."

    "Yes ma'am!" he smirks and leans in kissing my lips sweetly. "I love you too Sarah Ann."