American Prince_A Royal Romance by Susan Ward

Author:Susan Ward [Ward, Susan]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2019-04-20T23:00:00+00:00

Chapter Eighteen

Khloe

The Past

I’D JUST FINISHED dressing when Damon reappeared from the kitchen. He looked surprised I was no longer in my pj’s and a bit apprehensive, which was to be expected considering how I’d acted earlier. That I wasn’t still in my jammies meant no sexy time this morning, usually an indication I wanted to keep a discussion going for a while. But that wasn’t it. Talking with Cody had gotten my perspective back, and he hadn’t even mouthed his favorite advice to me: Don’t stir shit when there isn’t any, girl.

“It’s safe to come in,” I said with an apologetic smile. “That I’m dressed for the day doesn’t mean we’re going to keep fighting. Cody’s kinda down, and I think he could use some quality best-friend time.”

He quirked a brow. “I didn’t think we were fighting or worry that it would continue.”

I rolled my eyes and decided to let that go. I didn’t really want to argue with him anyway, especially over something that seemed silly now.

Damon settled in a chair, watching me as I pulled on my UGG boots. “Everything all right with Cody?”

“He thinks Gideon’s checked out on their relationship and they’re fizzling. Too much focus on work and not enough alone time. It’s really hitting him hard.”

Damon’s smile faded. “I’m going to assume you convinced him otherwise. I haven’t seen any indication they’re in trouble.”

“Neither have I, but you can’t know what happens in a couple’s alone time.”

“It’s not surprising they’re going through some adjustment with all the recent changes,” Damon replied thoughtfully. “Gideon’s got a new job. There’s a learning curve, and I’m sure he wants to impress Dr. Hern.”

I nodded. “I hadn’t thought of it that way. But you’re probably right, Damon. I’m sure that’s all it is.”

“You really care about Cody, don’t you?”

“Of course. We’ve been friends my entire life. I want the best for him, and Gideon is exactly the type of person he deserves. I can’t stand the thought of him being unhappy. He was the one person I could trust and talk to about anything…before you.”

Damon came to me then, catching me by the nape. “They’ll be OK, Khloe.”

“Yes, but right now he’s torn up.” I melted into the play of his fingers at the back of my neck. It was gentle and comforting. “I don’t think he expected things to change so quickly between them. And I can’t imagine why they would. They were so happy together. It’s awful to think happiness can disappear that quickly between two people who love each other.”

He was silent for a beat then said, “Don’t get too emotionally invested in their struggles. They’re going to be fine. We’re all going to be fine. I’m sure of it.”

I nuzzled into him. “You’re right.”

Damon kissed me and then headed into the bathroom for his shower.

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