Hitched & Hitched Again: A Comedy of Marital Mayhem novel Chapter 1401

He wrote warm wishes to Elizabeth Gonzalez and Kendrick, reminiscing about all the little moments they’d shared, showing not a trace of gloominess.

Even Elysia Thorne noticed something was different!

After all these years together, this was the first time he’d been so laid-back while dealing with anything related to Elizabeth and Kendrick.

After dinner, Tarquin Bradford was getting ready to head out to the Punikon gym for a sparring match.

While Elysia helped him fix his shirt and straighten his tie, she couldn’t help but tease, “You and Elliot were upstairs alone after lunch—what did you two talk about that’s got you in such a good mood?”

Tarquin couldn’t hide his pride. “Elliot said I’m a great dad. That I’m an amazing father and a pretty decent guy overall.”

A smile curled at Elysia’s lips. “No wonder you’re so happy! Your son’s stamp of approval, huh?”

Tarquin nodded. “That’s the nicest thing anyone’s ever said to me.”

Elysia finished with his tie, letting her hands rest on his shoulders. “Well, I think you’re not only a wonderful dad—you’re also a pretty fantastic husband.”

Tarquin’s eyes narrowed playfully. “Now that’s the sweetest thing I’ve ever heard.”

He slid his hand around her waist, pulled her close, and kissed her deeply.

Elysia rose up on her toes, melting into his kiss.

By the time they broke apart, both of them were a little breathless.

Still leaning against him, Elysia warned, “Okay, I’ll stay home like you want, but if you come back hurt, I swear, you’re sleeping in the guest room for a month—no exceptions!”

Tarquin swallowed hard, his voice low and teasing, “What if I come back in one piece? Do I get a reward?”

Elysia knew exactly where this was headed. Blushing furiously, she whispered, “I’ll give you a surprise.”

“What kind of surprise?” he pressed.

She rolled her eyes. “If I tell you, it’s not a surprise anymore, is it?”

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