A Different Christmas (University Park #5) Read Online Free PDF

mad.”
    She hesitated for a moment before speaking. “I’m happy for you…for us. This is exactly what you dreamed about and what I prayed for. I’m just being selfish…wanting you here with me.”
    I hesitated to tell her I’d be practicing more and working out harder than ever before. “I know, and I’ll do my best to be here for you and the babies.” I ran the loofa over her big belly, spreading the suds and water.
    Damn she was so beautiful pregnant.
    “I know you will.” She sighed heavily.
    “Then no more tears.” I wiped underneath her eyes with my dry hand. “We have so much to be grateful for and happy about.”
    “We really do.” She sniffed. “You’re the starting quarterback.”
    “At least for this upcoming game. Coach warned me I have to perform if I want that spot.”
    “I know you can do it.”
    “I know I can, too.”
    She glanced down at her belly and placed her palms over it. “I can’t believe we’re having twins.”
    It was as though reality struck her again. “In four weeks,” I reminded her.
    A whimper escaped her lips and her brown eyes drooped. “I don’t think I can do this.”
    “Of course you can. You’re a brave, strong woman. The doctor already said if natural childbirth was too hard she’ll deliver the babies via C-section.”
    “I know…it’s just scary, not knowing what to expect.”
    “You’ll do fine. And I’ll be there with you.”
    “You promise?”
    “Yes. Even if I have to go to the hospital in my football gear, I will be there.” I placed a kiss on her check. I hoped she wouldn’t go into labor while I was playing a game—or worse, away in another city. She’d never forgive me. I’d already warned my mom and Mimi and they swore they would be there for her.
    “Will you be able to go with me to Lamaze class this Saturday?”
    I cringed, already knowing the answer. “I’ll see what I can do.”
    “If you can’t, I’ll ask Mimi to go with me.”
    I dragged the loofa down her arm and back up in long, slow strokes. “I think that’s a good idea. Just in case you go into labor while I’m playing.”
    “I hope that doesn’t happen.”
    “Me, too.” I leaned forward and kissed the curve of her shoulder.
    She giggled. “That tickles.” Her head bent to the side.
    “Does it tickle when I do this?” I leaned forward and kissed the nape of her neck while allowing my fingers to circle around her nipple.
    “Raven,” Lexi squealed and squirmed, splashing water, “you’re getting me excited.”
    “That’s the whole point.” I let my hand drop into the water, caressing her leg. “Did the doctor say we could still have sex?”
    She nodded. “Yes, as long as I don’t have any contractions or pain.”
    “Good.” I gave her breast a soft squeeze. “I’m dying to worship your body.”
    Her checks flashed a tinge of pink. “But I’m so big, and—”
    “Sexy.” I kissed her on the lips. “Beautiful. Hot. Mama.” Her eyes fluttered with delight as my hand continued to explore her soft, plump folds under the water. Lexi’s sex drive hadn’t changed since becoming pregnant. It wasn’t as easy, but we learned to get creative with some new positions.
    “Maybe I should get out of the tub. I don’t think you can fit in here with me.”
    “Probably not. But as long as I have you all nice and wet, it doesn’t matter to me.”
    “Oh, Raven, you are one bad boy.” She stressed each word, eyeing me hungrily.
    “Your bad boy,” I snickered as I helped her out of the tub, wrapping a towel around her body. “And this bad boy is going to hold you and never take you for granted again.”
    “Promise?”
    Her word struck the center of my chest, knowing I’d broken her heart before. I refused to do that to her again. She was too precious to me. “I’ll do more than promise, I’ll show you.”
    A huge smile spread across her face. “I like that.”
    I pulled her closer to me. “And I’m going to love you like you’ve never been