LULU'S POV

I woke up at six o'clock the next morning feeling well rested and in the comforting arms of my boyfriend. Like a creep I stared at him for a good ten minutes just admiring how handsome he was. The previous night had gone better than expected and James and I now had officially had our first sleepover. We'd just made out because neither of us was ready to have sex yet. It was hard resisting James but I have my values to uphold and I was taught to wait till marriage. I wasn't prim and proper and would probably break that rule considering how tempting James was but that was later. I was content making out with him for the time being.

I detached myself from him arms as quietly as I could but he still managed to stir awake.

"Morning babe."He greeted in his husky morning voice that traveled all the way to my nether regions.

See what I meant by hard to resist.

"Morning handsome. I'm going to the gym, want to join me?"I asked.

"No thanks, not my thing. Wake me when you get back."He replied before turning around and going back to sleep.

The nerve of that man. How could he be so fit if he didn't like the gym? The guy had an eight pack for crying out loud. It was probably all the manual labor he did. His refusal didn't detter me so I changed into biker shorts, a cropped sweatshirt and some sport shoes before making my way to the gym.

I worked out for forty five minutes which was less that the time that I usually did but I had a half naked man in my bed who I really wanted to get back to. When I got back James was still sleeping looking delicious as ever, his back muscles exposed to my ogling eyes. I made quick work of my morning routine and after my shower I got dressed in a matching pair of white cotton shorts that reached just below my ass and a long sleeved cropped sweater.

I remembered that Ruth was supposed to pass by on her way to school so I decided to start on breakfast. She would probably bring Mark with her so I made enough food for four. James woke up when I was cutting up the fruit and before he could touch me I immediately sent him to the bathroom for a shower. I'd managed to find one of my biggest t-shirts that could fit him and he was to wear that with the jeans he had on the previous night.

When I was done cooking I set everything up in the patio so we could have a nice breakfast outside. I went back into the cabin to get the juice and found James buttoning his jeans. The t-shirt fit a little too tight but it just outlined his muscles more and that was a plus for me.

James pulled me into his arms and kissed me good morning. My toes curled in my socks and in that moment I was happy and content in the arms of the man I loved. Yes I loved James. I'd realized that the night of my sisters wedding when he had been there for me and managed to calm me down even while drunk. He had consoled and listened to me in my most vulnerable and that had made me realize that I loved him with all my heart. James was it for me.

"Why did you make so much food?"James asked as we stood in a hug beside my bed.

"Ruth is passing by on her way to work and she'll probably bring Mark with her."I replied and he nodded without asking further questions."You're not worried about them knowing about us?"I asked when he didn't say anything.

"They already know. They whole village does after we announced it to my mom. If she had her ways the whole country would know."He explained.

I laughed"Sorry I asked."

"It's fine and before they get here I want to thank you for another amazing night. It almost beat the one where we had our first kiss but that one will always be special to me."He admitted and I leaned up to him for a kiss with a winning grin on my face.

"You're welcome to come around anytime. It was my first time sharing a bed with a guy and I loved every minute of it."I confessed.

"There's been women sharing you're bed?"He asked in and exaggerated voice and I burst out laughing.

"Yeah my sisters. They are both cuddlers but Amani kicks when she has bad dreams."I explained myself after calming down even though I didn't need to because he was only joking.

"Good to know and it was my first time too sharing a bed with a woman who is not my mother and Mark and I have shared a bed before. We were teenagers though, it'd be weird now."He expounded and I smiled.

"Since we both enjoyed last night how about we make sleep overs a thing."I suggested with a hopeful tilt of my head.

James grinned at me before bending down to kiss me "I'd love that."

Before we could make anymore plans there was a knock on the door and we detached ourselves from each other. I made my way the door while James grabbed the jug of juice and walked to the patio.

I opened the door to reveal the dashing couple. Mark was in his game rangers camouflage uniform and Ruth was in an official black skirt, purple blouse and black flats.

"Good morning guys welcome."I greeted stepping aside to let them in. After they shed their shoes I hugged them both.

"Morning Lulu. Nice place."Mark replied eyes darting everywhere around the room.

"Thanks. I love it too."

"Sorry I had to bring him. He drops me off at school on his way to work when he's around."Ruth whispered to me and I smiled.

"Hey. I heard that."Mark protested.

"It's okay. I'm happy you're both here. How about breakfast before I tell you why I invited you over."I invited leading them both to the balcony.

"Yes please,I'm starving. I was going to eat at the school this morning."Ruth exclaimed.

"Hi James. Wait, James?"Mark asked having been the first one to walk outside.

James shrugged and got up to greet both of them. Ruth looked at James, then at me before a splitting smile appeared on her face. I immediately knew where her thoughts had gone.

"Stop it."I scolded nudging her shoulder with mine.

"What? I didn't say anything."She answered the smile still on her lips.

"You didn't have to. Not that its any of your business but we just slept. Now can you sit for breakfast."I demanded and say myself on James lap without asking.

He was only too happy to have me in his arms.

"I definitely ship you guys together but it's just weird. Last I saw you guys you were still dancing circles around each other and now you're having sleep overs and making out. Just give me a minute to catch up."Ruth groaned but I could see she was happy to see us together.

For her sake I slid off James lap and into the chair next to him. I served him breakfast before serving myself and Ruth did the same for her and Mark. There was eggs, bacon, muffins, cinnamon rolls, pancakes, fruits and juice. We prayed and we all dug in after I had the first bite.

"I'm allowed to take a second wife. Lulu will you do the me the honor of being my second bride?"Mark asked eyeing all the food I'd made.

"Hands off Mark."James threatened.

"Hey she's got to know that she has options."Mark defended.

"Thanks Mark but my heart is already spoken for."I replied.

"Too bad. In case you change your mind. Wedding is on December fifth."Mark winked and I just laughed.

"You're not going to ask him to stop?"James asked Ruth.

"Nope. I'd love to have Lulu as a co-wife. She's beautiful, sexy, rich and can cook. I'd marry her myself if I wasn't already engaged to this oaf."Ruth replied.

"You're my number two Ruth."I winked at her and she winked back making James groan.

"Hey don't go stealing my bride now."Mark said kissing Ruth's temple possessively.

"You started it."I teased and he just frowned at me.

I turned to James and leaned in to peck his lips "Don't worry, one is the only number in my numerals."I assured him and he kissed me softly before resuming breakfast.

"How was the wedding?"Ruth asked asked after a few minutes and I went in to tell them all about the wedding.

I even showed them pictures on my phone. James already had them since I had been sending him pictures the whole time I was away.

"I'm not materialistic but that whole wedding screams money. Makes me a little jealous, especially of her gown. Any chance I can borrow it."Ruth teased and I remembered I hadn't told her why she was here yet.

"It was custom made for her so I don't think so plus my sister is taller and bigger than you. It'd not fit."I replied.

"It's okay I was just joking. Looks like I'll get married in a Shuka."She said with a slight huff in her voice.

"You'll look beautiful either way babe."Mark consoled kissing her cheek.

"Thanks."Ruth smiled back but I could see that it was forced.

Time to turn that smile around. I excused myself and walked back into my room to retrieve the garment bag I'd hung in my closet. I got the dress out of the bag and hung it on the door before walking back outside.

"Ruth please stand up."I requested and she did so with a confused look on her face.

"As your unofficial fairy godmother
and your new best friend it was my duty to see that the wedding was stressing you too much so I did something about it. You can't say no."I demanded.

"Okay. What is it?"She asked chuckling nervously.

"Boys don't you dare come in. Even if she screams don't come in, it will be a good scream."I instructed and everyone looked at me confused.

"That's a new way to commit murder."Mark teased and I glared at him."Okay sorry we won't come in."He promised raising his hand in surrender.

James just nodded at me. He didn't know what I had planned either but he trusted me enough to know it was a good thing. I turned Ruth around and used my hands to shield her eyes before walking back to the room. Once we got in position I slowly uncovered her eyes revealing the beautiful gown.

"I present to you, your very own brand new non borrowed wedding dress."I announced dramatically.

Ruth didn't scream or shout. She just turned around with tears in her eyes and launched herself at me crying on my shoulder. I smiled and patted her back in a comforting manner.

"What did I do to deserve you as my friend?"She asked sniffling.

"You were yourself."I replied truthfully.

She hugged me for a few more seconds and with one last squeeze she let me go and turned around to admire the dress. I could almost see the stars swimming in her shining brown eyes.

"This looks expansive? How much did it cost you?"She asked running her fingers over the flower patterns.

It really was a beautiful gown, just not my style.

"Nothing my sister got a bunch of dresses for free so I just snagged one of them. I won't tell if you won't."I replied and she chuckled.

"So I can keep it after the wedding?"

"Yeah of course. It's all yours."

Ruth hugged me again and I was happy to have put a smile on her face.

"Thank you so much Lulu. This means the world to me. I really appreciate it."

"Your welcome. Now let's put it back in the bag so you can take it home."I suggested picking up the garment bag.

"No, Mark is too snoopy, he'll see it. Can it remain here?"She requested.

"Of course. Anything for the bride to be."I agreed.

She admired the dress for a few more minutes before we put it back in the garment bag and hung it in the back of my closet. We joined our men back outside and Mark immediately rushed to Ruth's side when he saw the tears in her eyes. I sat myself on James lap who pulled me closer to him giving me a questioning look.

"I gifted Ruth a wedding dress."I explained and I watched Ruth try to explain to Mark through her tears.

"Wow that was generous of you."

"Nah, it cost nothing."I replied and gave him the rundown of how I'd come to acquire the gown.

"Did you snag one for yourself too? Maybe we can have a double wedding."James suggested and I turned to him with a shocked look on my face.

"Slow your roll cowboy. You've got to put a ring on it first. Besides I'm too young to be tied down."I teased and he smirked.

"Keep telling yourself that."He grumbled and I just kissed his cheek smiling.

I was happy that the thought of marrying me didn't freak James out. I was about to lean in for a kiss when Mark pulled me out of James arms and lifted me up in a bear hug. I was shorter than him by far so my legs hang off the group and I gripped his shoulders for support.

"Thank you."He whispered in my ear voice clogged with emotion.

"Anytime."I whispered back a smile on my lips.

It really was my pleasure being able to help out the couple. They deserved the wedding of their dreams and if I could make that happen then I was more than happy to.

"Okay enough that's my girlfriend."James grunted tugging at my leg.

Mark hugged me for a few more seconds before letting me go. I straightened my shorts and found my way back into James arms.

"I would really love to stick around longer but I have a class to teach in half an hour."Ruth excused as she started gathering her stuff.

"It's okay. Maybe we can have a girls night just the two of us."I suggested.

"I would love that."She replied.

"James maybe you and I can have a boy's night."Mark added and I laughed.

"We already did. Now take your wife to work."James replied his deep voice rumbling as it traveled all the way to the tips of my toes.

"You just want to be left alone with Lulu so you can continue with your sleep over shenanigans."Mark pointed out.

"Leave them be babe. James I'll see you around and Lulu I'll text you."Ruth added before she waved goodbye and dragged a complaining Mark with her.

I waited for the front door to shut close before I turned around, straddled James lap and kissed him like I'd been wanting to all morning. His hands found their way under my top and his fingers hovered over the lining of my bra. I almost begged him to take it off and do what he wanted but it would lead to us doing something I'm not ready for. I could feel his erection against my thigh and it took everything in me not to grind up against me. I was soaking through my panties and a few grinds against him and I'd come but I held myself back.

"We should have started the kissing part sooner."I declared pulling apart from his swollen lips and lying on his chest to catch my breath.

His heart was beating really fast and I was sure that mine was too.

"Yeah but you got stuck with a scaredy cat like me, sorry."He apologized and I just hummed brushing him off.

"Do you have to work today?"I asked not wanting to let him go just yet.

"Yeah I have an insemination in the afternoon."He replied.

"Well good, I have you until then."I grinned leaning up to face him.

"Don't you have work?"

"I do but Rashid can survive one more day without me."I grinned and pecked his lips.

I reached for the hair tie holding his dreadlocks together and pulled it off. His locks fell over his shoulders and face and I just stared in awe at how handsome he looked with them loose.

"This is the first time I'm seeing them loose. You look really hot."I complimented still staring.

I knew he had the urge to look away since he was blushing but he didn't. It warmed my heart that he was working on himself for me.

"You're not so bad yourself."He replied and I chuckled.

"Thanks. I'd say I want dreads like yours but I like my hair short. Makes it easier to maintain and its never in my way."

"You're perfect as you are."He complimented and leaned in to kiss my bare neck.

I'd never known that my neck was sensitive but having James lips there turned me into a moaning mess.

"Let me take you out on a date."He proposed his lips wandering to my jaw.

"Okay."I replied without thinking about it as long as he kept his lips on mine.

"This Saturday."He continued and I just hummed the grip I had on his locks getting tighter.

He chuckled before looking up to meet my gaze. He looked at me for a few seconds and an emotion that I'd seen in my eyes that same morning passed through his eyes and all I could think was, me too love, me too. Neither of us said the words but we didn't need to. Our hearts and lips spoke volumes for the moment and that was enough.

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