Speak To Me
Chapter 181 –

(Rylan)

"Fuck, I don't think I'm doing this right." Nolan grumbled, his gaze glued to the tie that was now a knotted mess. "Do you think you can help a guy out Til?" Nolan asked my beautiful wife who just so happened to walk into the room.

"Here, let me see." She said sweetly, stepping towards him and untying the black fabric before fixing it for him.

"Thanks sis, I appreciate it." Nolan whispered, his gaze darting to mine before winking. I have never wanted to punch someone so badly in my life..

Yep, it's official, I'm going to freaking murder the prick.

Nolan has been here for three days...three horrible cock blocking days and I'm done.

"I could've helped.." I gritted through my teeth, letting my gaze drag up and down Tilly's gorgeous back before settling on her firm ass.

She looked like a goddess..and at first, I was annoyed my mom made this a black-tie event..but now, I can't argue with it. Especially if it gives me an excuse to spoil my wife and watch her try on dozens of dresses.

We finally settled on a satin sage green gown that made her eyes glow..and how it flowed down her body, hugging those perfect tits and those hips..fuck me. I've been hard all morning because of it. Of course Nolan is around every damn corner, making that pretty much impossible. I think Jamie coming over the other night actually made things worse..

But I won't lie..it was nice being together again..and I did get to tell him the news about Tilly and I.

It went as well as it could..

"Wait..did you say married? You two.." Jamie mumbled, glancing towards the kitchen where Tilly was making something to eat. I think she really just wanted to give the three of us time to catch up. She is so freaking incredible and thoughtful..

"I know..it was a heat of the moment thing. With her family not exactly believing my intentions and my mom being...well, herslf..I just didn't want any bullshit to interfere with that."

I could see Jamie was a little hurt by this..and I can't blame him. I was Jamie's best man for his wedding after all, and he definitely would've been mine.

"Did you know about this?" Jamie asked Nolan who nodded before sipping on his sparkling water. We made sure to empty the house of any alcohol..just to be safe right now. I didn't want a single temptation to be around Nolan.

"He called me on the way to the airport." He shrugged, making me wince as I saw the anger now cross Jamie's face.

"Really, did he now.." He muttered before letting out a scoff and shaking his head in disbelief.

"You had a lot going on okay..and truthfully, I felt like you might try to talk me out of it.." I grumbled the last part.

Jamie just stared at me for a few moments before his gaze darted towards Tilly in the kitchen. Of course she was doing the most adorable thing ever.

We all watched as she danced to some type of music she was listening to before bending down and taking the hot food out of the oven...I don't think she knew we could see her.

I couldn't help but smile as it felt like my heart might fucking burst from happiness.

"Fuck...is this what I was like with Gabriella?" Jamie grumbled, causing Nolan to give him a resounding yes.

"Well..I'm happy for you Ry..and I can see you two really do love one another." He stated more seriously, prompting me to drag my gaze from Tilly to meet his. I could see he meant that..

"Aww..buddy, look at you being all nice and shit...come here!" I exclaimed, practically lunging for Jamie as I went to hug my best friend..he might've smacked me down before I could get a good one in..but I say it still counts. I'm proud of Jamie for actually sharing his damn emotions..

"Don't fucking push it." He grumbled, back to his usually pissy self.

"A lot of shit has changed over the past few months hasn't it?" I laughed, prompting Nolan to scoff now.

"Yeah, and I missed all of it.." He grumbled, making me smile.

"Well look at it this way..at least you know more than Mom does.." I smirked, almost loving that fact more than anything. Well..for now she is in the dark..who knows when Madison might drop that bomb on her..if she hasn't already. From the calls earlier though Mom only sounded concerned about Nolan's arrival more than anything.

"Gabriella and I might try and leave before that shit goes down.." Jamie added, making both Nolan and I glance toward one another.

"Yeah, I don't blame you.." We both said in unison and meant it.

It might possibly end up being the biggest meltdown of the century.

Now here we are, three days later getting ready for the welcome home party as Mom calls us every thirty minutes asking if we are on our way yet.

"There, all done." Tilly said before stepping back and admiring her work.

Before Nolan could do anything else, I reached forward and snatched my wife into my arms.

"Never fix another man's tie again..or I might hulk out." I grumbled, making Tilly laugh as I realized she thought I was joking..

"I'm sorry my husband, I will never make that mistake again." She added playfully before turning in my arms and peering up at me.

"God you look stunning." I muttered, letting my hands rise up her back before tangling in her long dark hair.

"You don't look too bad yourself Mr, Walters." She breathed..that sexual tension practically smothering me as I let my eyes wander to those luscious pink lips.

"Oh! Jolie just arrived! They are waiting downstairs in the car. Time to get going!" Nolan suddenly piped in before shoving his phone between us and causing Tilly to pull back slightly. Seriously?!

"I hate you.." The words just slipped out, making Tilly gasp before slapping me on the chest.

"Rylan! Be nice.." She rushed as my gaze narrowed onto my brother's smug expression.

Obviously I didn't really hate him..well..right now it was pretty fucking close..but he knew exactly what he was doing, and he was having the time of his life while he did it.

Maybe he needs to replace a damn hobby or something..or a job..yeah, that sounds good.

"Come on, we don't want to keep mom waiting!" Nolan called out as Tilly started to pull me forward..well, she tried to at least.

"Come on baby, let's go." She said, and for a moment I swear I saw a hint of nervousness flash through her..

"Wait, come here first.." I rushed, pulling her back into my arms as I glanced to Nolan..begging him to give us a damn minute alone.. "Got it..I will meet you downstairs then.."

I waited until the sound of the front door closing filled the room before lifting my hands and cupping Tilly's face.

"Are you feeling okay with this?" I asked softly, making those long eyelashes flutter before I bent, kissing her lips softly. I couldn't help it..

"This is your brother's night, I don't want to take away from it.." Tilly whispered, causing me to frown.

"Angel..that doesn't mean you have to keep things in..tell me baby, what's going on?" I asked, pulling her to my chest now as she rested her cheek against me.

"I just..I want her to like me..and I know it doesn't matter if she does or not..but deep down.." She trailed off.

Tilly didn't need to finish though..I knew what she meant. I felt it too with her own family. Yeah their approval doesn't mean shit in the long run..considering Tilly and I know how much we love one another..but it still felt fucking amazing to hear her papa say he approved..and to know her mom wasn't going to fight it any longer.

I can see Tilly wants that too with my own family..to feel accepted..

"Listen to me..if my mom isn't happy for us, then that is her loss..because she is going to be the one who suffers. She will be the one who doesn't get to see her son living happier than he ever has in his whole life..she won't get to have a daughter in law who is the sweetest kindest person she will ever meet..and when we have kids...she will be the only one to suffer because I know for a fact our future children will have more than enough love that her absence won't even be noticed. So don't for a second think that if my mom doesn't accept this, that I will be missing something.." I ranted, as tears began spilling down my cheeks before Tilly quickly swiped them away with her palms.

"I love you more than I ever thought possible..and the way you love me..it's more than I ever thought I deserved..so no matter what, I know we will be happy and in love..so it's her choice if she wants to experience that or not." I added, bending down and kissing Tilly frantically. I felt her head nodding up and down hastily as I could feel those doubts slipping away from her.

I had them too..and I know tonight could go either way..I just hope my mom really has changed like she is claiming.

I guess we are about to replace out.