Hitched & Hitched Again: A Comedy of Marital Mayhem



"Are you wondering if he's into you or not?"

Though slightly embarrassed, Elysia nodded.

Perched on the edge of the bed, Blossom advised, "Just go up and ask him!"

"What?"

"Rip off the Band-Aid! Whether he likes you or not, at least you'll know where you stand. But... I think he's into you, even if it was just a spur-of-the- moment thing when he stood up for you."

Blossom couldn't help but gossip further, "What if he really does like you? What then?"noveldrama

"I... I don't know."

"See? You're all over the place! Remember when I first suggested you two get together? You were so against it, said there was no way in hell! Now look at you."

Elysia didn't respond.

Blossom continued, "Your feelings have clearly changed. Maybe you're not head-over-heels yet, but there's something there. Anyway, I'm all for it." "Why?"

"First off, you two are a match made in heaven looks-wise. Plus, he's the father of your kids. Sure, he's hit a rough patch financially, but he's not exactly on the streets. He's got a modest house and a car, at least!

And it's obvious you've got a crush. If he feels the same, you'd be crazy not to give it a shot. It's rare to find mutual affection. Don't let it slip away!" Elysia grimaced, "But the past..."

"Forget about the past. Live in the moment. You know he had his reasons that day at the airport."

Elysia retorted, "Last time, you said to only look at the outcomes, not the reasons."

Blossom laughed, "That's because you didn't like him then!"

Elysia blushed, muttering, "I still don't."

Blossom winked at her. Elysia rolled her eyes, changing the subject, "I need to figure out how he feels first!"

"Just ask him outright. It's better to know for sure," Blossom encouraged.

"What if he says he doesn't? Won't that be awkward?"

"A moment of awkwardness is better than endless wondering. Besides, it's not like you're confessing your love; you're just asking a question." Elysia was swayed, deciding it was better to face the music sooner rather than later. No point in torturing herself with what-ifs.

"I'll ask him when he gets back!"

"Right on! You've got my full support!"

With that settled, Elysia asked about Keith.

"Oh, right! Keith asked me to tell Elijah's dad thanks for covering the expenses. And he told me to tell you it's all water under the bridge, no hard feelings."

Elysia frowned, feeling even guiltier.

"And the caregivers?"

"Keith kept one, sent the others away. Said he didn't need them all, it'd be a waste."

After a bit more chatting, Blossom went to grab a package, and Elysia headed to the kitchen to make lunch.

While cooking, Elysia psyched herself up: No need to be nervous. We're adults. Time to be straightforward and ask. No backing down.