Falling in Love with the Man of My Nightmares (That's [Para]Normal #4)

by Camilla Evergreen

“Hypothetically, if I were to move in, how would I contribute to the household? Is there a chore chart I could weave myself into? My cooking is very hit or miss, but I do have a couple recipes that are reliable.” “Xios handles the cleaning. I don’t mind cooking now that I’ve started it to take care of Xios, but I would appreciate you sharing new recipes with us. I fully want to incorporate your existence into the household, so I understand an amount of contribution is necessary to feel like an active member; however…” His brows furrow. “…I don’t want a chef or a maid. My home will become the place you can safely exist and call your own. I want your companionship. Your laughter. To be awakened too early on the weekend because you were up all night making something that you’re proud of. I want to hear your music in the halls and see your favorites in the fridge and take you places and explore things I could not otherwise comfortably entertain on my own. I want to do things with you and be with you. If that is not enough, I will stand next to you as you battle Xios for the right to fill the dishwasher without him rearranging it completely behind you.” Pollux rolls his eyes. “Because he does that.” Focusing his attention on me, Pollux says, “If just being near me is enough…allow me to assure you that just your presence in my life is as well.” I’m tingling. I don’t know if I like the sensation. But the freedom in his words, which can’t be lies, are too alluring to ignore.