happy Jada was with her family. He understood for the first time why it was important to her to live near her loving and supportive family. That was something he never had and therefore never understood.
“Jada, I’m so glad Serena has you and your family to love her. I understand now why you want to stay close to them.”
“Thank you, Dallas.”
He had peace in his heart for the very first time. Holding Serena gave him a brand new perspective. He realized he would do absolutely anything for her. He kissed the baby’s little fingers and toes and counted each one. Jada laughed. He had almost forgotten his beautiful dream of Jada and the baby. But now it was coming true before his very eyes.
Chapter 10
Happy Ending
Over the next few months, Jada remained at her mother’s small apartment and cared for the baby. Dallas came over at least once a week and spent time with them. He never said a word about wanting her to move, but she knew it was on his mind. Jada was realizing how small the place was and was finally ready to consider moving.
On Dallas’ next visit, Jada brought up the subject.
“Dallas, I know you had concerns about my living situation…”
Dallas interrupted. “I respect your decision to be near family, Jada.”
“I know. You have been wonderful. But, the truth is, you were right to have concerns. This place is small and noisy, and run down. You were right about all of that.”
Dallas sat up straight. “Would you like to come and live with me? Your whole family is welcome.”
Jada smiled. “I don’t think we’re ready for that. But perhaps we could compromise?”
“What do you have in mind?”
Maybe we could find a modest home in a diverse neighborhood where Serena could have friends of many races and ethnicities. I was thinking in the Camden area or Powderhorn. Both of those places have lots of diversity, parks and nice homes.
“I’ll get my realtor on it right away. We’ll make the choice together.” Jada agreed.
One month later, Jada and her mother moved into a three-bedroom bungalow in Camden. Dallas bought it, had it renovated and updated and even paid for movers to do all the heavy lifting. Jada kept resisting his financial help, but eventually allowed it.
Dallas asked Jada’s mother if she could watch Serena one night for just a few hours so he could spend some time with Jada. She happily agreed.
Dallas brought Jada to The Blue Nile for dinner.
“Ah, good memories here,” Jada said.
“The best,” Dallas agreed. “I hope you’ll sing again for me tonight.”
Jada smiled. “Anytime. You know I love singing.”
“The pianist is ready for you.”
“You didn’t!” Jada said.
“Of course I did.” He walked her to the piano and helped her sit on a stool next to it.
Jada sang several jazz standards. The crowd was so pleased with her singing, the owner actually asked her if she would consider making it a regular gig. She promised to think about it.
At the end of the evening, before they left the restaurant, Dallas kneeled at Jada’s feet and looked at her.
“Jada, you have made me the happiest man in the world. Will you consider marrying me?”
Jada beamed. “Yes, Dallas, I will marry you.”
They embraced and the crowd at The Blue Nile applauded.
Dallas moved into the bungalow. They spent weekends and most of the summer at the mansion on Lake Minnetonka. Serena had the best of both worlds. She was surrounded by a loving family with strong, moral values, a welcoming neighborhood and all the money she could ever need or want.
Billion Dollar Love
A BWWM Billionaire Romance
This deliciously dirty story is a part of Aisha Brooks’ super-charged, highly lewd collection of love and lust, written in 2015. Those who attempt to steal any part of this goldmine and take it as their own risk being a fiery, hot death from a hunk
Teresa Gabelman, Hot Tree Editing