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***Milo's POV***

"Babe, we have like ten minutes. Seriously, nine now." I rush around the restaurant moving menus into place, lighting the last of the candles and straightening the crooked silverware.

"Everything is ready. Please calm down." Batman grabs my waist, turning me into his broad chest. His fingers pick up my chin. Looking down at me, the most handsome man to exist gives me a reassuring smile. "For me."

Batman's lips taste like cherry chapstick. Whatever his game plan was, my mind feels like derailing it. Bending backwards, I lick the seem of his lips with a small moan. Jesus, how can I focus on our grand opening with all this deliciousness tasting me.

"Not now, baby. I promise, later." Neko picks me up into a hug. I climb his waist. I have time to cuddle into his form. There is always time for snuggles.

"I love you." My words press against his neck.

"I love you more, Koala." Neko smirks when I send him a glare. That's fucking impossible. I just know it.

"Ready." I assure the love of my life. Slipping down Neko's form, he straightens my disheveled hair. I smooth my hands over his perfect chest. He looks like a million dollars. I'm so glad he is mine.

Lux waits at the front door with a smile. I send a nod, ready for the crowd.

As the doors open, soft music plays in the background. The ambiance is quiet, romantic. It's just fancy enough without requiring a suit and tie.

People are seated by our group of friends, excited for something new in a smaller area of town. Smiles light up their faces when Ky and Kylie place small appetizers on each full table.

Natalie acts as hostess, leading each new admirer to their table. Max works the door in Lux place as Lux follows behind Ky listening to his every gentle order.

My favorite people surround us as we begin this new adventure. I watch proudly while Neko walks around explaining some of the more complicated dishes. We serve a small amount of everything. Anything can be created if we have the ingredients on hand.

I see the Bennetts walk in. They are flanked by the Wallaces. Isla is in Luke's hands. Her small fingers are pulling at his lips.

Rushing to grab my princess, I relieve Mr. Luke of the infant's assault. Isla giggles. My lips press against her cheek, blowing raspberries into her peach flesh.

"There's my princess." My high pitched baby voice makes the little girl break into a smile.

"Follow me." Natalie keeps it professional. She ushers the group to their reserved table. Max follows behind with the high chair in tow.

"It's gorgeous." Mrs. Amy gives me a smile. I thank her before buckling Isla into the seat.

"I hope you find everything up to your standards. If not, blame Max." A nervous chuckle leaves my lips. I smile sweetly at Max. He secretly throws his middle finger at me.

"I'm sure we will be pleasantly surprised." Mr. Luke pats my back. I nod in agreement. Hopefully.

Em and Lexi come in. Their eyes dart around the room. I watch as Daniel fixes drinks. Everyone is doing us a solid tonight. I am so appreciative of their efforts.

Max sits my cousin and her wife. I smile, passing a small wave as I go back to the kitchen to check on things.

The smell of fresh bread filters into my nose causing my stomach to send a gentle reminder at me. We sort of forgot to eat while getting everything prepared. It will just have to wait.

"Sit." Lux orders me with a snap of his fingers. Feeling more than willing, I do as I am told.

"If Neko finds his Koala in less than stellar form, he is going to have everyone's head." Lux slides a salad my way. I smile before digging in.

"Here. You're going to need this." Neko bends down to set a glass of Coke in front of me. I pull him towards me to kiss his cheek.

"Thank you, Batman." I relax into my seat to eat. There is no need in denying that I am famished. My husband knows me just as well as I know myself.

"I will be back to check on you." Neko walks away giving me the perfect view of his tight ass.

The rest of my meal goes by with me mindlessly watching Neko's every move. The man can do anything and make it sexy. He is sinfully seductive.

When my fork hits the bottom of the bowl I jump up to dispose of it in the dishwasher. The cooks acknowledge my presence. I smile, giving each of them my silent thanks. Everything seems to be flowing smoothly.

Walking around the dining room, I refill drinks, remove empty plates and chat with our customers. Each person gives a small review. Apparently we are doing something right.

Checking the clock I realize that I still have to submit my term paper. I inform Max that o have to head to the office quickly. Max tells me everything is handled allowing me to hurry off to get my assignment in.

The process is excruciating as I wait for my ten page report to make it into the portal. WiFi is sketchy with so many people in one confined place. I tap my foot down repetitively while watching the document to load.

When the spinning completes, I sigh out my relief. The paper gets submitted. I check my email to verify that Professor Chapman acknowledges receipt.

Satisfied that I have met my deadline, I go back to my husband duties. I hear the loud cry of my little princess. As I make my way beside Isla, I scoop her into my arms to feed her bottle to her. Mrs. Amy presses the pacifier into my hand. I collect the diaper bag before heading into the office to change our precious girl.

Isla calms down once she is no longer wet. I spend the next ten minutes feeding, burping and rocking her. She slips into slumber with her tiny fingers wrapped around my thumb. I take a few moments more to observe Isla in her sleeping stare.

Walking back to the grandparent's table, I set Isla in Mrs. Julie's arms. Then, I remove their plates to make room for dessert. After they give me their order, I head back to the kitchen to let the server know.

Aunt Susan walks in with Uncle Jackson tightly at her side. I send a smile along with a wave. I trust my friends to take care of them. I will stop by shortly.

The night moves on and on. It seems like every familiar face is doubled by two strangers. We are busy. We do not stop much. The parade of people fill the newly empty seats like a revolving door.

By the time we clear the last table, wash the last dish and turn off the lights, I am wiped. My legs hurt. My back feels as though I fought with Lux once again. I never expected opening a restaurant to be so much physical labor.

My ass hits the seat with a huge thud. A sigh comes from my lips which I am surprised have the energy to part. Neko falls down beside me. His head nuzzles into my neck. I lift my palm to cup his sweaty hair.

"I'm exhausted." Batman kisses my skin gently.

"Me too." A chorus comes from our friends, all saying the same words.

"We did well though." A smile comes to my face thinking of our success. All the long hours and hard work really paid off. Neko deserved this night.

"Thank you all for so much of your time. This is a group effort and a group reward." Neko passes out envelops to all of our friends. After the anticipated urging for us to keep the money, we beg them to keep it. I know that we are all just starting out. The money is needed.

"We can just add this to Isla's college fund." Nat shrugs her shoulders, tucking the envelopes away into her pocket.

"Actually, add these as well." Ky slips his and Lux' envelopes over to Natalie. The parade begins, ending with Natalie holding all of the money that was earned this evening.

Max kisses Natalie's head softly while our friend shows her gratitude in the form of tears.

"You guys are the best." Max whispers over his girlfriends head.

My feet are aching beyond belief. I yawn largely, breaking the emotional moment. I quickly hide in Neko's chest. I am not trying to rush anyone away. My body just has a way of arguing with my choices.

"Let's call this a night. Tomorrow comes early. I know everyone has things to do. Again thank you." Neko stands, pulling me along with him. We walk our friends to their vehicles. Hugs and kisses are shared. Final good nights, waves and reminders to be safe are let go. Finally, Batman picks me up to carry me across the lot to our truck.

After helping me buckle in, my husband starts the vehicle to get our asses hole. The drive is not too long, only about twenty minutes. The culmination of all these months has finally presented itself.

We are business owners. If today is any indication, Koala's will be a huge success. The thought leaves a smile on my lips. My heart fills with joy knowing that we did this. Together, with all of our friends and family, we were able to renovate a piece of our city. We created something magical that maybe we get to pass down to our children one day.

Our children. That's something we haven't full discussed. My plan was two years. It may be more. I don't know. It's okay. Not everything has to be written on paper or etched in stone.

For now, I'm happy to get into our house, relieve my bladder and snuggle with my love.

Cash greets us at the door. We scoop him up to bring him with us to bed. After our nightly routine, we all slip into the bed. Neko scoots close. My head finds its place on his chest.

Looking up at Neko, I lift my head until we are eye to eye. Slowly moving forward, I take his lips to press my own against them. Neko pulls me in further with his cupped hands.

His taste is amazing. The soft pant is all I need to suddenly be more than awake. Without much thought, I straddle my man. His hands slide down to my ass. My hips rock gently, grinding against his steel member.

Words aren't necessary. Our bodies know their roles. My entrance accepts his length. His width stretches me, filing me until I am satisfyingly full.

Cash hides in our pillows while Neko brings me to breathlessness. My body responds naturally to every pump of Neko's talented groin. With my back arched, I rode us both into our waves of euphoria.

Once emptied, me being full, we separate. I find my spot again on Batman's chest. With those muscular arms wrapped around me, I close my eyes.

Cash burrows his way between our intertwined legs. Neko hums softly, speeding up my journey into the land of sleep. I drift in and out of consciousness easily.

With eyes rolling, lids fluttering, I send a prayer to the gods that are out there somewhere. They always seem to be at work trying to rectify the past that matters nothing to me in this present state.

My gratefulness flows into harmonious syllables as my tongue lightly clicks against my teeth. Whoever made this man my guardian Angel, payment has been made in full.

"Goodnight, baby." Neko mumbles my endearment tiredly.

"Goodnight, my love." His arms tighten around me while I whisper my goodnight.

Everything is not always easy. Few things in life come easily. You have to fight your way through the bullshit to find the diamonds. That's something I have an abundance of.

Diamond friends. Diamond family members. Diamond pup. Diamond godchild. Diamond Husband. Most of all a diamond life.