The Girl He Craves

Sophie’s pov

It wasn’t good to eavesdrop and I felt awful for it. But the way Aiden’s voiced boomed through the walls

startled and

terrified me enough to make me push all my morals to the side and eavesdrop on his conversation.

It was obvious he was talking to Sergio, he had that special angry tone he held only for that weasel

man.

Sergio had done or said something to upset Aiden, his voice had more fury than I’ve ever heard it

swirled with before.

Ash makes a little noise and I quickly put my finger on his mouth and told him to shush in a soft tone.

Of course we were not directly by the door, I would not be so foolish to stay so close and get caught.

Aiden’s voice was loud enough to travel a few feet away. So there I stood with our naughty boy in my

arms.

I called him naughty because apparently little Ash was trying his best to make his father know we were

eavesdropping on

his conversation.

I pouted, cooing at him to behave and keep quiet as he made a fuss to move my finger off his lips.

Ash finally stopped making a fuss and only looked at me like I was a confusing alien. If I was in his

position, I would think that too.

It’s not every day you see someone playing the part of a spy.

Though I will admit, being a ‘spy’ wasn’t for me. Especially when I had this little boy in my arms.

My ears tried to pick up on his words but after a few minutes Aiden’s voice calmed down to the point I

can only hear

murmurs.

I made a move to go closer to the door but then the naughty boy in my arms made a little loud sound

that I m*ffled

quickly.

“You naughty boy,” My eyes narrowed on a little Aiden whose eyes light with mirth.

Ashton definitely knew what he was doing.

I huffed and called it quits. It was better to end this before Ashton get us both caught.

I walked away from the door reluctantly, my shoulders slumped.

“I swear you’re just like your dad.” I huffed, pouting as I stomped my way back to the kitchen.

I didn’t have time to pick up on anything good. Ashton made sure to have prevented me from doing so.

I picked up the fork and stabbed the waffles and lifted my eyes to the ceiling.

“Thank you a lot G*d for giving me two Aiden’s as if one wasn’t enough.” I sighed and then looked

down at the little boy who giggled.

My heart squeezed.

“Nevermind, I wouldn’t want it any other way. I can have even more Aiden’s, either way I’m blessed.” I

whispered and lifted my finger to brush along Ashton’s cheek.

He smiles and I smile.

“You’ve been a naughty little boy Ash. Preventing mama from eavesdropping.” I pouted and he giggled

as if knowing exactly what I meant.

“Mama naughty,” Ashton giggles.

My mouth part and then my eyes narrowed on his cute face. “No. You’re the only naughty one here

mister.”

Ashton squealed a little, and giggled.

When I heard the door of the room open, my eyes widen and I whispered. “Act cool Ash.”

Ashton, as if understanding me completely starts playing with my hair and ceases his giggles.

I on the other hand picked up the fork and stabbed it through the waffles. I ate it and waited for Aiden to

approach.

I stiffened when I suddenly felt his arms around me but melted in his hold seconds later. I hadn’t heard

when he came behind me.

“I hope breakfast tasted better than the cupcake,” He murmured and kissed my cheek.

I close my eyes to savor the feeling then peeled my eyes open and opened my mouth to respond. “Yes.

It does.”

“Mama naughty.” Ashton suddenly giggled and I freeze.

This kid was definitely plotting to sell me out.

I laughed it off, tickling him and earning a sweet laugh from his throat.

Aiden who thankfully hadn’t really pried deep into his son’s words, lifted his lips to my ear.

His hot breath tickles the lobe, his lips just brushing against it. I freeze, my heart leaping.

“Naughty huh?” Aiden breathed beside my ear, making my inside tickle with tingles. “I think I like when

you’re naughty.” His teeth trap my earlobe and bit down on it gently.

I force my throat to hold in the moan, not wanting to let out such a sound in front of Ashton.

“Aiden,” I breathed out, my core tightening, despite my will to try to stop my blatant need for him.

“Ashton,” I murmured and willed my body to step out of his hold.

Aiden was definitely trying to distract me from asking him about what had upset him.

I should not make him distract me so easily.

Turning to face him, I’m surprised he wasn’t avoiding my gaze but kept his eyes directly on me.

They were warm and loving, totally opposite of how they were before he went to the room.

And I was certain they were not warm when he was speaking to Sergio.

“Aiden,” I said, looking at him with a tilt of my head.

He raised one single brow in expectation and reached forward to grab a hold of the shirt and tug me

forward until he was hugging both Ashton and me.

I try not to melt so much in his hold and dug my heels on the

tiled floor.

“What’s going on?” I asked lowly, trying to keep my voice leveled so he’d not get irritated at my prying.

Knowing what I was referring to, Aiden tries to smile to reassure me but of course, I am not fooled by

such a look

anymore.

I heard his tone in there. And I heard it when he was in the kitchen. Whatever tactics Sergio was at

again, stirred outrage in Aiden.

He lifted his hand up and rubbed his fingers between my brows. “Don’t worry my little mama bear.

Everything’s fine. Trust me.” He whispered and curled his hand behind my head and pulled me to him.

He kisses my forehead.

“I’ll always protect you and Ash mama bear. In every way.” He whispered, kissing my forehead again

and sighs.

His words were reassuring and did warm my insides.

But I also caught his words perfectly and knew that whatever

made him angry had something to do with ‘protecting me.

I was not dumb and could read between the lines.

But I also knew Aiden had no intention of telling me what was going on. Though I hold hope that he

would eventually tell

me.

I allow that thought to ease my mind and melt into him. Ash giggles between us and I can’t help but

think that now being in Aiden’s arms was perfect and was where we were meant to be.

Protected by him.