Shattered Girl (Emmy)

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looked up at everyone from Josh's lap. Tm sorry I reacted that way; I just got overshelmed. I went from playing up Josh calling me a wet cat to Let's ave a house full of kids. Please believe me; I consider us a family and want to expand it someday. But I have never had a safe, healthy home before. I ant to learn how to function in one before I start bringing kids into the world." I looked at each guy desperately, hoping they believed me.

atrick was the first to move. Coming to sit next to me, he took both my hands in his and solemnly looked me in the eyes. "I'm sorry I upset you, love. hat was never my intention. My family has always been adamant about me settling down and beginning the next generation of the family tree. I never neant to put that kind of pressure on you; it's something I always joke about. I'm sorry, love. I want all of us to be ready to start a family, and I want it o be when we are ready." He leaned forward to give me a gentle . "Forgive me, love." He murmured against my lips,

There's nothing to forgive, Patrick. It was a misunderstanding. Six of us are trying to navigate this relationship, and there are bound to be nisunderstandings. Everything will be fine if we are open and willing to talk and work through these things."

After giving my hand a final squeere. Patrick stood. Would you like me to bring you the plate of dinner we saved for you, love?" He asked. Seeing my ffirmative nod, Patrick went to reheat the plate for me and brought it back along with silverware and a glass of water. While I ate, the guys discussed what they wanted to do tomorrow. As long as I was able to explore this beautiful area I would be happy with whatever was decided on

When I finished eating, I loaded the dishwasher and turned it on. Returning to the living room, I sat down between Mike and Patrick. Mike leaned over ind me before retuming to the debate about what we should do tomorrow. Patrick pulled me closer to him. I cuddled with him as we talked quietly until the guys drew us into the debate over activities. After several minutes of listening to them argue, a funny idea came to mind.

I stood and waited patiently, then considered stripping to get their attention, but Instead, I began shifting In

hoping the movement would attract the guys attention. The only tave in my plan was that I had forgotten I was still in my summer dress sans bra, and

to remember that move when I want your attention. I

did you need, honey? Mike asked,

decided to give it a try. I asked Jake to go find a hat, and I would write down the activities. Just as I was finishing, Jake returned. I folded the activities, putting them in the hat; I turned, opening the hat for Patrick to trach into. I did this for all the guys, reminding them not to open and read the paper. When they all had a turn, I told Josh to

out for swimming" Josh

mine, Drew

will do that tomorrow, "The guys read off the activity they had picked. By the time we were done, we had something to do every day. Taking the boat out for swimming tomorrow, followed by exploring the town and grilling dinner. There was an island we were going to spend the day on, fishing on the lake, and one night there was a meteor shower. Everyone was happy with the plan, and I did a little dance, causing the guys to freeze, their eyes focused on my breasts again. Blushing. I sat down next to Drew, caddling into his side. He wrapped his arm around

hurts at all," I said, laying my head against him. The next thing I knew, Drew was gently rubbing my arm, calling my name, and telling me it was time for bed. I sat up completely confused for a

you tonight?"

guys goodnight. Drew was waiting for me by the stairs, and I followed him

welcome princess. Drew chuckled, closing the door behind

comfortable with me sleeping in boxers, or would you like

don't mind either way." I told him, coming out and heading into the bathroom to brush my teeth. Drew was in bed when I came out of the bathroom. "Don't you look all nice and cozy?"

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