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“Xavier!”

“Malynda. Whatever happens, happens. Can we just agree on that?”

The words sound amiable, but I know enough of this new Xavier to know, that there’s no point in arguing this point. I will just have to be the one who controls what happens.

I nod.

"Let's kiss on it?" he asks with a wink.

"Xavier!" I exclaim, shaking my head as he laughs. "So where do we start?" I lift my hands in surrender.

"With my question for the day.” I hold my breath. “Have you been in New York City all this time?"

I didn't know what I was expecting, but I guess I'm not surprised it was this.

“Yes.” 100% honesty.

"Wh-" he starts.

I hold up a finger, "One."

He sighs, "I think I was out negotiated. Do you have a question for me?"

"Yes,” I nod. “What the hell are we going to do with this place?"

He winks and starts to walk, calling over his shoulder. "What else? We start with the bedroom.”