My Baby’s Daddy

The bathroom didn’t have a lock inside, so it made it easy for him to come in. When Shirley heard the door opening, she turned around and quickly hid herself in the steam. “Why did you…”

“We’re showering together.” Zacharias smiled and came in.

Shirley blushed. “Is it too late to say no?”

Yes. Zacharias held her waist and the back of her head, and then he kissed her. Shirley moaned and was pulled into Zacharias’ embrace. He led the action in the steamy bathroom. They then took the battle to the bed.

Shirley had no idea how much time had passed, but she was eventually exhausted, and she was usually a vivacious person. She lay in Zacharias’ arms languidly, with nary the strength to even open her eyes.

Zacharias was combing her hair. He was radiating warmth, like a tiger who had its fill. Shirley had a look of enjoyment on her face, a smile curling her lips.

Zacharias kissed her. “Sleep.”

she just wanted to sleep, and she fell asleep in

Zacharias was already gone, though he left a note for her. He told her to get breakfast after she woke up, and then someone would

after that, she got news that her father would bring his whole family back to the base for Christmas. That included her. Shirley was shocked. “Why are we going back to the base? Can’t we celebrate Christmas here?”

settle at the base. Pack up

base, and as their daughter, she had to celebrate

could’ve told Shirley about this. She’s

shook her head. “I can’t, or she won’t leave. Zacharias is dealing with some dangerous individuals right

the base. He was dealing with some dangerous people who had intel on a lot of stuff, including Shirley’s details. Shirley

“Hello?” Zacharias asked.

at the base. I might have to go with him,” said Shirley, a little

leave work right now either, so you spend

will. You take care of yourself. Don’t work through

won’t,” said Zacharias in a husky