I loved her like a sister, but Atlas made me happy, and I wasn't concerned about hurting her feelings. This was my life to live and no one else's.
Nothing mattered but the man cradling me, kissing and rubbing my head, while soothing me.
After the tears stopped, I looked at him.
My lover.
My tormentor.
My protector.
My kidnapper.
I smiled, feeling extra sleepy from our session.
"Atlas, can I ask you a question?"
He raised his brow and nodded.
"Of course. What is it?"
I swallowed hard, feeling apprehensive, but I needed an answer, or it would drive me nuts.
"I know you don't want children, and it is something we can discuss, but I want to make sure we are on the same page as far as my reproductive organs are concerned."
He didn't flinch or frown at me.
He stayed perfectly calm, showing no emotion.
"I want to remain on birth control, and I don't want my tubes tied. We need to address the issue before starting our new journey together. I don't want any surprises down the road as far as my tubes are concerned."
Hepulled me closer, tenderly kissing the top of my head. I liked this side of him; it gave me the warm fuzzies.
"Kit, I realize much more than I did six months ago when I first brought you here. Back then, I still thought of you as property, not as a human being with feelings, and I am sorry for that." He gently caressed my cheek.
"Once you were out of my life, I knew I loved you; it just took me a while to realize it. Even though I will still be dominant in your life, you will have a say on everything, and we will discuss the big decisions that need to be made."
My heart skipped a beat, and my stomach did a little flip. I was so happy that he had finally come to this realization.
He hugged me closer.
"So, my dear,” he whispered.
“You can keep your reproductive organs. I still don't want children, but maybe things will change; we will see. Does that meet your approval, pet?"
I was giddy with happiness.
"Oh yes, it does, Atlas. It makes me very, very happy."
I could barely contain my excitement.
"So, how are we going to do this? Are we staying in separate homes, or will we live together? Of course, Tuna is still with me, so I hope you can stand having him around again."
He pulled away slightly, looking at me with a grin.
"You don't think we will live separately, do you? I would like you to move back in with me immediately. This house is better equipped with what I need, and I think what you need, too. You can rent your place outand put the money into your own account." He gazed at me warmly, making my heart flutter. "You can continue to work doing what you love, but I will take care of you financially, physically, and emotionally. I am very wealthy. You will want for nothing, Kit. I want to be your provider and pamper the hell out of you."
He grinned at me and winked.
