Chapter 21: Jake

It was quite an experience watching her over the next few weeks. It was almost like watching a trapped bird on its first flight out of the cage. She was cautious but curious about everything, and the simplest things brought her the most joy. A simple thing like walking through town holding hands while eating an ice cream cone was like giving her diamonds. My team had been sneaking me calls one after the other for the last few days, nosy fucks just wanted to get a look at my girl but they'll have to wait. I wanted her all to myself for now. Mom and Mindy were pretty good at giving us our space, which I greatly appreciated. It was our bonding slash breeding period.

Mindy spent so much time at the house I was beginning to wonder if she wouldn't prefer just staying there instead of the condo, but I figured I'd let her make that call herself when she was ready. Their trip was set and all that was left was Jacqueline choosing where she wanted to go on our honeymoon. Everyday she'd choose s