"So, we're friends now?" I tease my maybe fiancée.
"Like you said he's trying hard, he is actually a good guy under is dirty mouth. You should know he's singing your praises, he likes you" Beth smiles like she's up to no good.
"Really? What is he saying?" I ask taking her hand in mine and kiss it while keeping my eyes on the road.
The ring on her finger feels so fucking good in my hand and I play with it as I keep her hand in mine on my lap.
"Something about Greenpeace and fucking the entire female species" she giggles.
"Right, so nap time for you then honey?" I smile over at her beautiful face.
"Basically he thinks you are a good man and I should say yes" she sighs happily.
"Well fuck me, that little shit and I actually agree on something. I am and you should" I tell her playfully but totally serious.
"I know" she blushes.
Fuck, she is killing me here. Can't she just say yes and put me out of my misery?
My phone buzzes in my pocket and the black eyed peas hey mama starts to play. I roll my eyes and lift my hips.
"Honey can you get that?" I ask with a smile.
"Let me guess, it's May?" She asks nervous.
"Yeah Angel, just put it on speaker for me" I tell her as she digs into my pocket. "Hey Mum, what's up?" I answer calmly when Beth hits the speaker button.
"Oh come on baby boy don't make this hard for me" she doesn't even bother with a hello.
"I'm driving, Beth has us on speaker for me. You should say hi" I ignore her.
"Hey May" Beth says first.
"Maybe you should just call me Mum darling" mum giggles.
"Thank you for all those amazing roses the place looked so beautiful, your son is incredible" Beth tells her smiling at me.
"Well, what happened?" Mum asks getting impatient.
"I fainted, that's what happened. You could have given me a heads up, you know woman to woman. I was so unprepared for that" Beth laughs.
"Oh darling no, that's definitely something left as a surprise and it seems you bring out the romantic in my boy. So are we wedding planning yet or what?" She comes out and asks.
"Not yet Mama, Beth is still in denial. She tells me she needs time to let it sink in but I know she's just making me work for it. Just stick to window shopping for now okay, or keep the receipt if you find the perfect outfit, it's just a matter of time" I say confidently.
"I'm sorry May, I just want to be sure we both want this before we rush into a wedding. We are moving in together though, and I haven't said no" Beth explains apologetic and she bites her lip.
"That's good darling, it's best to be sure and not let emotions rule your decisions. Doesn't hurt to make him work for it either, Jace has always got whatever he wanted. It will do you good boy" mum tells us but I can hear her disappointment. "That house is going to be a beautiful home when you're done, the girls will love the pool" she continues.
"Yes, Beth is amazing when it comes to decorating. I have no doubt that this is our forever home" I smile.
"I would love to help, darling don't hesitate to call if you need a shopping buddy"
"Oh god I have so many ideas, you are going to regret those words May" Beth giggles.
"Oh Christ, I'm done for. You two ladies will be the death of me" I groan.
"Then you shouldn't have introduced us Masters, I like hanging out with your mother you can just deal with it" Beth tells me raising her chin.
"What she said Masters" mum laughs.
"Okay mum, gotta go thanks for the call" I rush out trying hit the end button but Beth is dodging my hand.
"Thanks again May, I promise you'll be the second to know when I have my answer" Beth tells her laughing.
"Okay lovelies, have a good night" mum calls and I make contact with the button."The second?" I ask curiously.
"Well of course I will have to tell Izzy first" she teases me beautiful and happy, that means it's a yes right?
"Of course" I say sarcastically with an eye roll.
Just say it now Angel, what are you waiting for? The baby? Does she want to know she is pregnant before she answers? If she's not will the answer be no? Does she only want me because we share a child?
Fuck she's sending me mad!
I pull up out the front of her building lost in my thoughts and stare absently out the windscreen after we stop.
"Jace, I love you" her hand comes up to my face and turns me to face her.
"Say yes Angel, I need you" I sigh.
She turns from me to open her door and she mumbles under her breath something that sounds like selfish whore.
Me or her? My angel is no whore, she must mean me.
"I'm sorry Beth, I don't mean to pressure you. I just hoped for a immediate answer, it's unrealistic and selfish I know" I follow her out and grab her bags from the back.
"Don't apologise Jay, I wish more than anything I could have given that to you" her eyes are glassy and she bites her lip.
I lean down and kiss her lips then her forehead.
"Let's get you some things and let me get you home" I smile telling her it's okay.
"This doesn't feel like home anymore" she looks up at the building.
"Home is anywhere we are together Angel" I wrap my arm around her leading us in.
"Maybe we could just move into a room on the main floor now and use the bathroom next door for a little while? I can be very convincing and can get the plumbers working double time to get ours finished" she begs me.
"I'll let you know tomorrow after I talk to them, you're not going to be able to dash across the lawn every time you feel sick" I tell her.
I know she's scared here now, he's been inside and she wants to be anywhere but here. I don't blame her, I hate the thought of leaving her here alone while I work.
"Any good news for me Bill?" Beth asks in the foyer.
"Yeah, your alarm hasn't gone off in about four hours. Progress" he smiles sarcastic.
"Great, well it's good I'm not staying tonight. If it helps you out any I won't turn it on when I leave" she grumbles.
"Must be something to do with your floor, the panic button has gone off twice today with one of your neighbours" Bill shakes his head confused.
"Honey just stay with me till they sort this out, I don't want you worrying needlessly" I kiss her hair and call the elevator.
"Okay" she reaches out and holds my shoulder.
"Oh Beth, congratulations, and to you Jace" Bill gasps noticing my woman's bling.
"Oh, uh thank you" Beth blushes not correcting him
"She certainly makes me feel like the luckiest guy in the world" I smile down at Beth.
"Well I wish you both the best, this one has been alone too long" he smiles like a proud father.
"Thanks Bill" I nod as the doors open.
"Let's get this done and let's go" Beth leans into me hiding her face in my chest.
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