by Piper Stone
“Does it matter?” she squealed.
“Depends on your allowance.” Smiling, he eased her down, capturing her mouth. He was stunned at the amount of people who’d shown up, as well as the press coverage. He hadn’t fully understood just how much a facility of this type was needed for families of cancer patients, or anyone needing respite from the hospital environment. He was humbled as well as excited for the possibilities. After breaking the kiss, he exhaled.
“Can we negotiate?”
“Maybe.”
“I think I need to leave you lovebirds alone,” Garland said, laughing. “Besides, looks like you have more folks coming to see you. You’re the talk of the town, both of you.”
Craning her neck, Cooper shielded her eyes as she stared at the approaching truck. “Garland. Wait just a minute if you don’t mind.”
“Well, sure,” he responded, following her gaze.
Rex couldn’t help but tell she was instantly nervous. “Do you know who that is?” He certainly didn’t recognize the vehicle.
“Just give me a minute, okay, cowboy?” she asked, her fingers digging into his chest before heading toward the visitor.
“The girl is amazing,” Garland said as he flanked Rex’s side. “What she was able to coordinate in such a short period of time is incredible. I mean to think we have a dozen of the prettiest little cabins in all of Lubbock is just crazy. I know you weren’t too thrilled at first, but I know your mother would be so damn proud of you.”
Rex nodded but was unable to take his eyes off the person exiting the truck. An odd feeling slipped into the pit of his stomach. “Of us, Dad. She’d be proud of us.”
Garland patted his son on the shoulder. “You’re right. I wish she was here.”
He looked into his father’s eyes. “She is, Pops. She is.” A shiver trickled down his spine, forcing him to look back toward the truck. Craning his neck, he blinked several times. “It can’t be.”
“Who is it, son?”
“That’s...” Unable to speak, Rex tried to take steps closer, but could no longer feel his feet. He turned his attention to Cooper and the sheepish expression she was wearing.
She guided the visitor toward them, offering a slight smile. “I wanted to surprise you. I know you said you weren’t going to contact Trent, but I also realized that he’s a part of your life. You can’t just let that go.” Taking a step away, she held both hands over her mouth.
Rex could no longer breathe, his entire vision foggy. He had no idea what to say or how to process any of this. “You did this? You did... this.”
“What’s going on?” Garland asked, looking from one man to the other.
“Hello, Rex.” Trent took a couple of steps closer, clearing his throat. “When Cooper called, she was quite convincing that I needed to see you. She was insistent actually.” He laughed nervously.
An awkward silence floated between them.
“Um, son. Aren’t you going to introduce me to your friend?” Garland finally asked.
His mouth dry, Rex struggled to find words, any words. “I... I thought you were dead.”
“I know and I’m sorry. I had no idea that’s what you thought until Cooper told me. I should have called you. I just... Well, there’s no excuse. I was in the hospital for a long time and coming back to the states was difficult. I just... I just needed some time to figure out my shit. Your lady here helped me quite a bit. In fact, she told me to get my head out of my ass.” Trent gave her a respectful nod, grinning.
Rex couldn’t help but chuckle. The woman had balls the size of grapefruits.
“I just knew you both needed to talk,” she offered, shrugging as she darted her eyes in Rex’s direction.
“Would someone tell me what the hell is going on?” Garland insisted.
Rex smiled sheepishly before jerking his body to his full height, offering a salute. “May I present Corporal Trent Michaels of the United States Marines.”
“It’s just Trent. I’ve been formally released,” Trent said as he saluted back.
“Yes!” Garland howled. “This is fantastic!”
As his emotions boiled over, tears forming in his eyes, Rex tipped his head, mouthing the words to the love of his life, I love you. Grabbing Trent, he pulled him into a bear hug as he glanced up toward the heavens. All his prayers had been answered. He was one lucky man.
* * *
Rex found her in the barn later, brushing Misty. He stood quietly just watching her, the way she whispered to his horse and her gentle actions as she rubbed Misty’s muzzle. She had no idea he was there, enjoying the only quiet moment of the day. It was almost dark, the majority of guests having left. At least Trent was staying for a couple of days in order for them to catch up. The surprise had been more of a shock, even drawing a moment of anger, but he’d learned quickly that Trent had never blamed him for anything. Fate had a funny way of intervening, reminding him that life was far too short. What had he learned through the intense ordeal? That he was perhaps the luckiest man alive.
After a few seconds, he walked closer, wrapping his arms around her.
“Ah!” She jumped, her scream clipped. “You scared me half to death.”
“Mmm... I’m supposed to excite you, not terrify you.” Chuckling, he turned her around to face him. “You disappeared.”
“Just to give you some space.”
“I don’t need space, just you.” He kissed her forehead, inhaling her exotic perfume and instantly his cock was at full attention.
“I’ll keep reminding you of that.”
Easing back, he lifted a single eyebrow, unable to stop his mischievous thoughts. “However, you have some explaining to do.”
“Why? You mean because of Trent?”
“Let’s see. Your list of infractions is growing.”
Her eyes opened wide. “Oh, no. I’ve been very good all day.”
“What about lying to me about Trent?”
“I didn’t lie. I just didn’t tell you the truth. There’s a huge difference,” Cooper said, her tone pleading.
Rex lifted his head, studying the wooden beams of the barn. A smile curling on his face, he took both her hands, walking backward. “Not good enough.”
“What are you doing?”
As he plopped down on stacked bales of hay, yanking her over his lap, he laughed softly to himself and swatted her several times. “Just what I told you before. Taming my brat.”
The End
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