8. At His Command (BWWM) [Book Three] #wattys2016

Chapter 35 - Epilogue

"Did you just do what I told you not to do a few minutes," Mel asked as Linc licked his finger shaking his head no.
"Lincoln," she said placing the spoon down moving towards him as he slowly backed away. "What did we agreed upon," she said as a grin appeared on his face.
"That I would just sit and watch you bake my cake," he said going around the counter once she reached his side.
"Linc," she sighed in fustration.
"Yes love," he said innocently before making a run for it when she ran towards him.

Jumping onto his back their laughter filled the room as he held her legs securing her from falling.
"If you wanted a piggy back ride, all you had to do was ask sweetheart," he said as she held onto him tightly as he stepped out of the house.
"When have I ever asked for one," she said leaning on his shoulder as he started walking towards the garden. "Where are we going Linc," she asked softly.
"Somewhere," he simply said as he continued walking towards the cabin.

"Close your eyes," he murmured once they reached the cabin.
Doing as told she heard him open the door before he murmured for her to open them. A gasp escaped her lips as she looked around the cozy room.
"I love it Linc," she said squeezing him loosening her grip when he pretended to be in need of air.
Letting her down he watched as she looked around taking in the numerous pillows thrown on the floor over the Persian rug, before looking over the Arabian finger foods he had had prepared.

"But shouldn't I be the one throwing you lavish surprises?"
"Even if it's my birthday, I will always surprise you with even the little things," he said sincerely.

Just then the children arrived with Walter who quickly left after handing over Tessa to Linc.
"Now, I know you wanted the island but I wanted us to just stay home," he said. "Whatever theme you want I will have it prepared for you," he said worried she would refuse.
"I don't care about the trip, just as long as I have you and the children with me," she said sincerely stroking his cheek before she rested her hand on his chest turning to look at the rest of the gang.

Leaning his forehead against hers he sighed smiling at her as the memory of that day returned to him.

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Both Mel and Marco lay still, each wide eyed. When Mel turned her head to look at them. Linc felt the breath he had been holding leave as he took a step towards her.
"Mel," he breathed taking a few more steps as she stood up looking at the blood on her shirt.
"Linc," she responded stepping away from Marco as he gasped for air.

Linc pointed his weapon towards Marco but Mel stopped him from pulling the trigger. Lifting up her weapon Marco's gaze never left her.
"Greet Enrique for me," she said pulling the trigger killing him instantly.
"Are you okay?" Linc asked looking over her.
"I am fine my love. Nothing a good shower can't fix," she smiled as Linc held her close until his heart rate became normal.
"Come on, let's go," he whispered making eye contact with Cas.
Cas nodded in understanding as they left the room heading home.

"Linc," she gasped as he turned off the shower. "We need to take care of Sofia," she said.
A smile formed on his lips as he handed her towel.
"It's being taken care of this every instant," Linc said.

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Cas

"Take me home," Sofia said once she put on her seatbelt.
"Very well ma'am," the driver said.
Driving her back home she stepped out of the car heading into the house only to find all the lights off.

Switching on the lights she came face to face with Lei as he sat with Raquel a gun pointed at her.
"What is the meaning of this? Are you alright honey, did they hurt you?" She asked only for Raquel to not give her a response.
"Okay everything is set up," Vlad said as he walked towards them.