Pregnant To The Navy Seal(2)

Chapter Two


The drive was something that made her happy. He turned on the music, and for once it was like no time had passed at all. It was completely about him and her. It was about the way they seemed to be together. He just shook his head as he looked at his stepsister and the way that she started to relax into the seat. He knew she loved hip hop and alternative rock, and it seemed that this station hadn’t changed since last time either.

“Anything new in your life?” He asked, and she shrugged a little.

“Passing my classes. Part time job as a writer. Nothing new. You knew it was all in the plan.” She said, and he nodded.

“You were the smart one. Sticking to school and a work-from-home job. It’s something that suites you well.” He said.

“English Bachelors, right?” He asked, and she seemed to light up again when he showed that he remembered.

“Of course.” She said. “Business minor, of course.” She said, and he laughed.

“Of course. I don’t expect anything less from my star.” He said, and she bit her bottom lip.

You’re my star that guides me back home through the darkest times. It echoed through her head. It was the last thing he said before he left last time, and it gave her hope this entire time that he’d return. He did. She reminded herself, and she hadn’t been so happy since the last time she was able to be in her stepbrother’s arms.

“Did I really guide you back?” She asked, and he paused for just a moment.

“I didn’t think you’d remember that, but yes. You always guide me back, Carol. I had no interest in coming back or not until I fell for you.” He said, and there was a part of Carol that believed him. He was the playboy type for the longest time, but since they had gotten together it seemed as if those days were behind her.

“It meant a lot to me.” She said, meeting his dark gaze. She got lost in those dark eyes of his, making her breath catch in her chest.

“That’s why I remembered…” She said, trailing off. She couldn’t say anything too loudly. Not with him staring at her like this.

“I’m glad it helped you.” He said softly, and she wasn’t sued to his voice going soft.

“So where is this restaurant?” She said, starting to change everything to a little lighter conversation. She couldn’t deal with the way he seemed to stare right through her. She felt barer than when she was naked.

“Just a little ways away. Near The Meadows.” He said, and she nodded.

“That doesn’t sound like you drove by it at all.” She said, a grin spreading from ear to ear.

“It sounds like you did research before you got to me.” She teased him, and he just shrugged nonchalantly, but there was a part of Nathan that knew he was caught.

“Maybe the taxi ride was too long.” He said coolly, but she laughed.

“Maybe, huh?” She quipped as they pulled into the parking lot.

It was a fancy restaurant, and her brother seemed to have enough money to throw around that they handed the car to the valet service. He told her to hold onto him, and she placed her hand gently in the crook of his arm as excitement ran through her. It was almost too much. Too intimate in public, and it made her flush with excitement and nervousness that threatened to overtake her.

When they got to the hostess, she saw him slide a large bill her way, and soon enough they were in a nearly private booth where no one seemed to be anywhere near to hear their conversation. The intimate atmosphere was more than she was ever able to have with him, and love swelled in her heart as her breathing hitched as his leg rubbed against her own.

“Mind if I order for you?” He teased her, knowing it was her preference. Deciding to do the same thing he did in the car, she just shrugged, causing him to chuckle.

“I suppose.” She said, and soon enough Nathan was calling over the waitress with a snap of his fingers and just the right glance. Appetizers were soon brought out, and mango lemonade was set in front of her. Sweet with just enough of a bitter kick to make it interesting.


“I thought you’d want a clear head tonight, but that’s one mocktail you’re sure to enjoy.” He said lightly as the chips and dip were brought out. Spinach and artichoke. Another favorite. She thought to herself with that smile that just wouldn’t seem to leave her.





Chapter Three


She just looked at her brother, shaking her head some with a smile on her face. She took a sip, and there was no denying that Nathan had picked exceedingly well with the drink, and the food was delicious. For just a moment she allowed herself to slip into the moment. He watched Carol enjoy the food that was sat in front of her, waiting for their meal to come.

“It’s been too long.” He said softly, and by the sad smile that graced her lips, he knew that he agreed.

“You look lovely.” He said, and she smiled.

“Your work seems to suit you well, Nathan.” She said, and he nodded. Just as their main course was served, and everything seemed to be that much better.

“So what’s on your mind?” He said, leaning over, and his hand quietly brushed her thigh from across the table as he reached for his drink. All too soon, his hand disappeared from her leg, and she was left with a burning sensation from where he had touched her.