Love Ignited (Rainy Days Café Book 1) by Meagan Rogers

Author:Meagan Rogers [Rogers, Meagan]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Rogers Publishing
Published: 2022-11-06T16:00:00+00:00

Reed places his arm around me as we get in line for one of Jenna’s favorite stores. “You know I love you, right?”

I wrap my arm around his waist. “Of course I do. I love you too. You’re the best pseudo-brother there is out there.”

Rather than the loud, funny Reed I’m used to, he looks at me how he did right after the accident. Like I’m an animal that might attack. “What’s wrong, Reed?” I ask.

“Do you remember when you convinced Jenna to give me a shot? She was worried it would mess up our friendship.”

I smile fondly at the memory of our high school selves. “I remember. You liked each other so much but wouldn’t admit it. I wanted you to be happy.”

“We want the same for you.”

I scoff. I’m tired of this discussion. I walked right into it. I give him my meanest glare.

He chuckles and crushes me closer to his side. “You’re happy, I know. You could be happier, though. We all miss Seth.” He raises his eyebrows as though he’s challenging me to disagree.

Sighing, I decide I need to have an honest talk with him. “I can’t move on. The guilt is too much.” I look down. I don’t want to have this conversation ever, especially at midnight in a crowded mall.

“Why would you feel guilty? It was an accident.”

The buildup from all the conflicting emotions erupts in me. “I’m mad at him. I was mad at him that night. He was driving that stupid car so fast. We’d been having a good evening, then he decided to see how fast his new car could go. I wasn’t being very kind when we crashed. I’m mad he ruined our anniversary dinner. I’m mad he isn’t here to be a dad. I’m mad at myself for waiting to tell him I was pregnant. I feel guilty for being mad. Guilty that I’m here and he’s not.” Everything rushes out as I nearly shout it all at him.

“Wow, I had no idea. Seth would hate that. He knew you loved him,” he says. Surprise is written all over his face.

“I know. I love him so much. I hate that it all ended in a rare fight.”

“Being mad at him at that moment doesn’t take away your love. He would’ve loved being a dad. Planning a special way to tell him later isn’t something to feel guilty about. It shows your love.”

I wipe the tears streaming down my cheeks. “He would’ve been the best dad.”

“Yes, and he would’ve loved Jameson with his whole heart.” Reed draws me into a hug. “The only thing Seth would be mad about is how you have given up on love.” He leans back, giving me a pointed look, then continues. “I know it’s only been two years, and you’re now in a place where dating has crossed your mind.”

I’m about to object, but his glare intensifies, so I stop.

“Yes, I know it’s crossed your mind. Do not feel bad about that. Seth wouldn’t want you to.

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