“Yeah, I know. I’m a big dope.”
“Yes, you are.” She holds me tight, pressing her body into me, and I feel the love coming back. It’s like coming up for air. I bury my face in the soft curls of her hair and inhale the musky scent rising from her warm body, letting it fill me. When we finally release each other, there’s an inviting smile on her face. “I think I have one more gift for you.”
“What?” I mutter, but I have a good idea what she’s thinking. Suddenly, things get tight in my PJs. I glance over at Tommy, who’s mercifully engrossed with the book.
“Not now, later,” she says, backing away with a devilish sparkle in her eyes.
“That’s so cruel.”
“You can deal,” she answers. “Besides, we need to get around and get dressed. I told Madre we’d be over by 10:30 for brunch, and we have to p
