Chapter 848

Probably because of the pregnancy, Reuben Brooks had been especially considerate lately—not pushing her buttons too much. That morning, Mia Reed was out like a light, cuddled up in his arms, completely relaxed in a way he'd never seen before. Being a doctor meant Reuben had to start his days early. When he opened his eyes, she was still curled up against him. He couldn't stop himself from smiling and pressed a soft kiss on her forehead. Back then… even after work, he never really felt in a rush to go home. But now? These days, the second the clock hit quitting time, he just wanted to drop everything and fly back. Having someone waiting at home? Yeah, that was a whole new kind of nice. He was getting attached—too attached. Letting go already felt impossible. "Mia Reed," he whispered, voice low and gentle, "you got yourself into this. Don't think about running. 'Cause if you do… I'll break your legs and lock you up." Mia let out a sleepy grunt, rolled over with the blanket in her arms, a