A Fire in the Blood(105)

“I don’t see any need to mention that, do you?”

“Do you mean it?”

“I always wanted a houseful of children. I’m sure we can afford a dozen or so.”

“Oh, Andrei, you really do mean it, don’t you?”

When he nodded, she threw her arms around his neck. “I love you!”

“And I you. Always and forever.”

He kissed the tip of her nose, then swung her into his arms. “We have a new house,” he said, carrying her up the porch stairs. “And a brand-new king-size bed that’s calling my name.”

“Just your name?” she teased with a grin.

“I’m sure it’ll be fine if I bring a friend.” He carried her across the threshold and, minutes later, into their own paradise.