Hitched & Hitched Again: A Comedy of Marital Mayhem

Chapter 714

When Elysia woke up, the first thing she saw was a text from Tarquin:

"Ely, just woke up, missing you."

Elysia felt a warm flutter in her heart and texted back, "Missing you too."

No sooner had she sent the message than Tarquin was calling her.

Elysia, phone in hand, headed to the bathroom to freshen up while answering, "That was quick. Have you been glued to your phone?" Tarquin said, "I've set a special alert for your messages. My phone buzzes the second you text. Why are you up so early today?"

"Got to prep a picnic for the kids today. Want to come over for breakfast?"

"I'll pass, got things to do."

"Work stuff?"

"...Yeah."

Elysia didn't pry further, "Well, you're missing out on a delicious opportunity. I'm planning to whip up some real treats."

Tarquin chuckled, "Save me some."

won't taste

you make a fresh batch when

"No way!"

you could just whip up on a whim. The dough had been fermenting since last night. Tarquin, sounding like a kid, grumbled, "You

rolled her eyes, "Jealous much? Even jealous of

true to his jealous form, asked, "If the kids and I were drowning,

serious? If you all ended up in the water, it would only be for a swim. No need for rescuing! Alright, I've got to go. Busy day.

up, Elysia got ready and headed

again, "I love you more than you

couldn't help but smile

didn't text back, knowing it would lead to

much of a talker, preferring to communicate with

like he can't

Elliot, Evan, Emmett were up earlier than usual, buzzing with excitement. Elijah, though not going, was also thrilled and woke up with his

all had breakfast together, and Elysia packed the freshly baked scones

the day,

about we go on our own little picnic next week?

knew Elijah wanted to join the picnic but was a bit

daddy

course, he'll be our

Elijah beamed, "Okay!"