Chapter 22

I stopped at the door, glancing back at AJ who held Tamara, both kids fast asleep. I smiled and finally managed to open the door, motioning for AJ to follow me to their room. He gently set her down, brushing a kiss over her forehead. I smiled once more and laid Thomas down. AJ walked over and gave the little boy a kiss, just like he did for his sister.

“You’re too sweet on them,” I told him, my heart bursting at seeing him in such a role. He chuckled as he shut the door behind us.

“They’re adorable kids. Although, they act like Nick way too much,” he quietly mumbled. At that, I had to laugh, for everyone said that, and I had to agree.

“Do you want anything?”

“No, thank you, Resa. Sit down though, and talk to me. Something is up in that mind of yours.” I sat down on the opposite end of the couch.

“There’s not much going on,” I told AJ, turning to look at him. AJ raised an eyebrow and I had to chuckle. I could never keep anything from this man. “I’ve kissed Nick, again,