𝟏𝟔 - 𝐒𝐔𝐍

if softness was weakness,

the flowers would never grow.

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VALENTINA

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The sun shone bright, warming my tanned skin. Enzo was stood by the grill, looking hotter than the sun, making all of us food. The guys were all in the pool, and Alejandro was laid close to me, under the shade, in a little playpen. He burns easy. And I'm paranoid of him rolling away, even if he doesn't know how to do that yet.

My eyes trailed back to Enzo by the grill. Lord bless the hot weather; because Enzo is only wearing a pair of swim shorts, and some sunglasses resting on his head. That's it. His shirt was discarded a while ago, leaving his insanely muscular back on display.

He is hot!

As if hearing my thoughts, he glanced back at me, shooting me a wink— which sent a jolt of electricity down my body, my cheeks turning pinkish red. What a tease.

I rolled over onto my side to check on Alejandro, finding him fast asleep in his little playpen. He's my sweet little angel; I adore him with my life.

The sun that was warming me up was suddenly blocked by a shadow.

"Hi, pretty." I'd recognize that voice anywhere. Enzo.

Turning back over, I saw Enzo stood over me, a small smile on his lips. He is so handsome. I can't stop pointing that out.

Am I in heat?

Anyways.

"Hi, Enzo." I grinned, watching him lower himself to sit at the end of the sunchair, pulling my legs over his lap. "Done grilling already?"

He shook his head with a chuckle, "No, just letting it sit for a while, cooking on low. Tastes better that way, trust me." His gigantic hands were tracing along my legs, gently massaging. He's so handsy.

I hummed, my eyes focused on him, as he gently massaged the muscles in my legs.

"You look so pretty like this." He murmured, his hands tracing above my knee, "So, so pretty."

His touches were cut short, as his friends interrupted us, "Enzo, stop hogging her over! We came here to hang out with her, not stare at your ugly back!" Romeo yelled, a sly grin on his face.

"Stupid bastards." Enzo grunted, leaning forward and planting a kiss right on my lips, before getting up and pulling me with him, "You hungry?"

"Always." I smiled, allowing him to help me up, his hand going to rest on my lower back. Alejandro was sleeping safe and sound, and the outdoor table was close to where he is, so I could keep an eye on him.

While Enzo began taking the foods out of the grill, I set the table and grabbed some drinks from the cooler for everyone. After the table was set and Enzo was bringing all the food over, I slipped inside the house to grab the salad from the fridge.

Someone has to teach these guys to eat at least a little healthy, right?

When I walked back outside, the guys were all already sat by the table; one seat left empty for me, right next to Enzo, and close to Alejandro.

A small smile crept up my face; it had been a long time since I had friends like this. Ones that make me feel like I'm included, like I'm family.

And I am not going to take this for granted.

I sat down, Enzo's arm immediately moved to rest on the back of my chair, pulling me a little closer. During our time together I've come to realize that Enzo is really protective and handsy. No matter where we are, he has contact with me somehow.

And really, I like it. It makes me feel safe, wanted. Like I matter.

"Everything looks great." I smiled, kissing Enzo's cheek. The guys had all stuffed their plates full already.

I helped myself to some food, and set a spoonful of salad on everyone's plate, ignoring their playful complaints, "Oh come on, guys. You have to eat at least a little salad."

"Just for you." Riccardo mumbled, stabbing his fork into the salad.

It was funny, his friends would favor me; which made Enzo jealous because he doesn't want anyone to see me, talk to me or touch me. He gets all serious, it's cute.

"Shut up and eat." Enzo murmured, tossing a bread roll at Riccardos head, making a string of laughter erupt.

Eventually, we all calmed down and began eating, with light chatter going around the table.

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"No, no more cleaning, come to bed." Enzo groaned from his bed, a blanket covering his legs.

We had come back inside roughly 30 minutes ago, and I was doing laundry, dishes, cleaning up everything. Enzo said the people that work here could do that, but I wanted them to have a more laid-back day, especially since the weather is so nice.

I let out a small chuckle, folding some of Alejandro's freshly washed clothes, "I'll come lay down in a minute. You can take Alejandro as your cuddle buddy." I gestured to Alejandro, who was having a little tummy time in his playpen.

"No, sweetheart, now." Enzo murmured, getting up, coming over to me, "You looked so damn pretty all day, I haven't even had a minute with you alone. Come on, bed, now" His words were stern; with a hint of playfulness, as he kissed down my neck.

With a small sigh, I turned to face him, a small smile on my face. "Alejandro just woke up from his nap, Enzo. He's gonna get fussy if you hog me over."

"The guys can watch him..." He spoke with a small smirk, kissing along my neck, his hands resting on my hips, "You've been working so hard, you can take a break, pretty. The guys love Alejandro as much as they love you, I'm sure they'd like to spend time with him."

He was right, in a way. All the guys really love Alejandro, and I've grown to trust them around him. I just feel so selfish. Taking a break from my own son; that sounds selfish. But I am also exhausted and could enjoy a small nap.

"Fine." I sighed, kissing his cheek. "But only for an hour. Just so we can rest a little. After that, we're taking him out for a walk."

With a small grin, Enzo placed a kiss on my lips, "Of course. Anything you want, baby. I'll take Alejandro to the guys; you change into something more comfortable. Don't worry, I'll make sure they don't do anything dumb."

"Okay." I nodded, gently pressing a kiss to his lips, "Tell them I want an update every 15 minutes WITH a picture."

Enzo chuckled at that, kissing me one last time before going to pick up Alejandro, who happily giggled in his arms, "Got it, I'll make sure they know. Now, go get changed." He ushered me towards the closet with his free hand, before he made his way out of the room.

With a small smile, I opened the closet and grabbed one of his hoodies, changing out of my clothes and tugging it on, before climbing into bed.

Enzo's bed is like...10 thousand times better than mine. It feels like I'm sleeping on a cloud; this is my personal heaven.

Within a few minutes, Enzo returned. He got into bed with me, kissing my forehead, "Hi, baby." His warm hand ran through my hair, gently guiding me to lay against his chest, "You looked so pretty today, you know? All happy and giggly."

I smiled, looking up at him, "You looked good too. All...shirtless and tanned. Yum."

He chuckled, slightly shaking his head, "Yeah, bet that's all you thought about, you damn perv." he rolled us over, settling me on my back, "I did like seeing you in a bikini, though."

His hands rested on the bed next to my head on both sides; his lower body snug between my legs.

"Yeah?" I murmured; my eyes focused on his, "How much did you like it?"

My wors brought out a rough chuckle from him, his lips gently pressing against mine, before he spoke up, "Well, if you take a look down, think you'll figure out just how much I liked it, sweetheart."

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hahaa ending it there i feel so evil

back again after a MONTH my gosh i am so sorry for not updating geez i need to try harder