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reclining, he sat up and faced her. “You did right
to have Ashanti supervise me while I changed Jonathan.” He paused.
“But you do know I’ve changed his dirty diapers before, not too
many messy ones, though.” He scrunched his nose until Halcyon
giggled.
    She didn’t owe him or anyone an explanation
for her actions. Those were her children and she would protect them
at all costs, which was why she walked away from Scott to recover
some of her self-respect. “Thanks, because I won’t apologize for
doing whatever I have to do to protect them.”
    “And I won’t let you apologize.” Zachary
reached for her hand, then linked his fingers through hers. It was
a comforting gesture that always calmed her when Zachary knew she
was upset about something. “I’ll add an Amen to that.”
    But today his touch sent a tingling sensation
that began to crawl up her arm. Maybe it was all in her mind,
playing tricks with her after her mother and sisters praised
Zachary for everything he did for the family when he didn’t have
to.
    “That’s my brother-in-law,” Halcyon had joked
to her sister.
    “Nope.” Desi had shaken her head and gave her
a deadpan stare. “He’s my brother-in-law. To you, he’s an
eligible bachelor—very eligible—and I think he has a crush on you,”
she said in a teasing tone.
    “I wouldn’t mind having another Bishop man as
a son-in-law,” her mother added to the pot with a sparkle of
mischief in her eyes. “Zach’s not too young for Tracey or too old
for Halcyon. He can take his pick. Plus, he likes children…”
    Tracey had quickly refuted, “Leave me out of
it.”
    Halcyon hadn’t said a word and did her best
to ignore their comments, but now with Zachary so close to her, she
was aware of his sexiness. Talk about the power of suggestion. She
blinked to dismiss those thoughts.
    She was comfortable with the relationship she
and Zachary enjoyed. He was like the brother she never had. He was
sweet, charming and a practicing Christian, careful in his words
and actions. And Halcyon was the opposite. She was always
determined to have her way, which Granny Rose reminded her could
get her into trouble and of course, it did.
    As her mind wandered, Zachary hadn’t said a
word. She turned her head and stared into his face. He was truly,
undeniably handsome in his navy blue and white striped polo shirt
and tan shorts that showcased that he was not only built at the
top, but he had muscles in his legs, as well. Strong, fierce, yet
gentle. “Why aren’t you married?” She was curious.
    “Because the woman I want hasn’t said yes.”
Zachary didn’t blink.
    So there was someone. Halcyon didn’t
know if she was supposed to be happy that he found someone to love
or jealous that a lucky woman was getting a jewel while she had
chosen a jerk. She swallowed under his intense stare that seemed to
soften. “Have you asked her?”
    “Not yet. She’s been through the fire to
purify her and rid her of all the trash that was in her life. Now,
I’m waiting for her to recognize her precious value as a treasure.
Until then, it’s a waiting game and I’ll continue to pray for her
from the sidelines.”
    “ Ah , that’s sweet.” Her eyes misted
and she disengaged their hands so she could rub his jaw. “You’re
such a good man, Zachary Hezekiah Bishop.” She wondered if the
mother of his children would carry on the tradition of a Biblical
name for his middle name.
    “And you Halcyon Bridget Holland are an
exceptional gem. Just because one man didn’t show you how precious
you are, make no mistake that another man will appreciate your
worth.” He squeezed her hand again then closed his eyes as if he
was praying, then stood.
    As she followed his swagger out to the yard
to join in a game with the children, Halcyon shivered. Was there
still hope for her? Would another man accept her children as part
of the package?

Chapter 5
     
     
    Could Halcyon not see his love? Zachary had been
asking himself