Ok guys, so many people have asked…so I am going to do it. I am sorry for the delay but my old computer was so bad that half the keys quit working and it was really frustrating to type. I just got a new one today and I am good to go…hopefully I will be able to write more. I do work fulltime and have kids with a lot of activities so please bear with me.
Here is chapter two of Mistakes Made.
Janet Evanovich owns all but I just play with them. Someday I hope for a Ranger of my own, until then this will have to do! I don't have a beta…and not interested in one; so all the mistakes made are mine! Hehe!
SPOV
The last few months have been pretty eventful.
Joe broke up with me to go undercover, and I told him that it would be the last time. I was sick of him breaking up with me so that he would feel no guilt. This has happened many times over our two year relationship and I was sick of it. Granted, I had taken a few liberties with Ranger when this happened but this time was different. I knew that I had to do something different.
After the break up, Ranger had asked me to work full time for him, doing research and monitoring. I was really unsure. I knew that I didn't want to stay at Vinnie's much longer but I didn't want to be tied to a desk all day either. We talked about it and came to an agreement. I would do searches, distractions, surveillance, and watch the monitors. I also agreed to work out three times a week and cut back on my sweets; of course, I still had to train and carry my gun. It was a form of compromise that worked for both of us.
Two months later I was settling in quite nice at RangeMan, and I didn't even mind the workouts anymore. My body was toned in ways it has never have been before. Ranger offered me an apartment on the 4th floor; and I decided to take it. I was torn about it because I didn't want the guys to be able to come in whenever they wanted; but I had a talk with them and they ensured me that they wouldn't unless I am hurt. Being safer in my apartment has been a wonderful feeling. I had dinner with Ranger up on the 7th floor many times and we had even gone out on a few dates. I feel like I have come to know him more in the last few months then I did in the years before.
One morning I woke up to Ranger in my bedroom. He told me that he was called up for a mission and would be gone for about a month, depending. He couldn't tell me anymore than that and I understood. I was scared for him, but I knew that he was the best at what he did and had to hold onto that.
While Ranger was gone, Tank was in charge. The business was growing so fast it was hard to keep up. A few days after Ranger left I was in talking to Tank and saw how overwhelmed he was and offered to help. Even though I have a business degree, I didn't want to be stuck doing all the work. I liked being able to help out and get him out of the office too. With Hectors help I upgraded some programs that made the work go easier. I wondered why they hadn't done it in the past; but realized that no one had the time to get it all set up. It took me a few days but soon the office was in good shape and Tank was all caught up.
Ranger returned after about a month and half. It took longer than he wanted but was glad to be home; without all the paperwork to do. To celebrate, he took me out for supper. We had a great time together. After supper, we decided to take a walk and talk.
Ranger was quiet at first, but that didn't surprise me. I was just enjoying being with him again. I missed him when he was gone. After a few minutes he started talking. He told me how that was the last mission that he would have to go on, how he wanted to have our 'someday', and to focus on RangeMan. I was so happy I could have burst. It was a perfect night.
It wasn't long after, days really, we started dating that we decided to move in together. We had wasted so much time already we didn't want to wait longer. We talked about buying a house, but I didn't want that. I was happy living on 7, and I knew he felt better there too. There was unused space on the floor, so if we decided to we could expand the apartment.
One night, as we were lying in bed, Ranger pulled out a box and asked me to marry him. I accepted and asked him how soon he wanted it. I think he was joking around and said that he would marry me tomorrow if I would let him. Imagine his surprise when I agreed. I didn't need anything big. I already had the big 'Burg wedding and look how that turned out.
The next morning we grabbed Tank from his office and had him come with us. He had no clue as to where we were going and we didn't bother to tell him right away. He was surprised and happy for us when we finally told him. Good thing that Ranger has money to throw around to make it possible it rush it and get us in right away. I can just hear what my mom will have to say about it, but right now, I didn't care. I was happy; happier than I have ever been in my life.
When we got back the guys are happy for us and threw us a party. Ranger called his parents and they were excited for us. They understood that the wedding fit us and were not upset to miss it. My mom on the other hand still hasn't talked to me, but I don't consider that a loss either. I knew that I would never be the 'Burg girl that she wanted me to be; but I couldn't change who I am for her. I was done doing that. My dad and grandma were happy, they both loved Ranger.
Not much has changed in our lives after we got married. We were still the same people, only now my last name is different. That was until 2 months after the wedding. I hadn't even noticed it, but leave it to Ella to figure out something that Ranger and I should have known.
Yep, you guessed it. I was pregnant. I was scared at first; not knowing how Ranger would react to it. I couldn't have been more surprised at how excited he was, and don't get me started on the Merry Men. From the moment we told them, I could barely move without one of them being right there. Ranger the worst of them all. Baby things started to appear randomly. It started with a bib saying 'If you think I am cute you should see my uncles' and took off from there.
When I was 3 month pregnant, I was craving Pino's. Ranger and a bunch of the guys went with me to eat. We had just finished and sitting talking when the whole place got quiet. Joe had walked in. I hadn't seen him since our break up, I figured that he was still on assignment and was happy that he wasn't around. I wonder if anyone has told him about my marriage yet. By the way his face looks, I didn't think so.
"Cupcake, what are you doing with these thugs? This isn't the way my future wife should be acting." Joe yelled at me as he stormed over to our table.
All the men stood up in front of me; forming a barricade between Joe and I. I stood up and squeezed between the guys. "It's okay guys, I can handle this." I told them. I looked up at Ranger and smiled before turning to him with a glare. I knew that they wanted to protect me, but I had to stand on my own feet.
"DON'T CALL ME CUPCAKE. I am not your Cupcake you stupid son of a bitch. I am not, and I will never be your wife. We have been finished for 10 months. I told you the last time you started a fight that I was done. It's your fault that you didn't listen. I am sure that you were totally faithful to me when you were gone, right?" I yelled, getting right up into his face. Ranger put his arms around me and started whispering in my ear; trying to calm me. I turned towards him and put my hand on his chest trying to calm him also. I know he didn't want Morelli anywhere near me or our baby. I heard Joe gasp as I moved my hand.
"What the hell is that on your hand? You're engaged to this guy?" He yelled at me. I knew he was pissed, His face was turning red and his arms were gesturing like crazy.
"No, I am not engaged. I am married! I have been for 5 months. Oh yeah and before you hear it from the 'Burg, we are also 3 months pregnant. So get out of my face and leave me alone. You had your chance and you blew it. I am happier with Carlos than I ever was with you. You need to get over yourself and move on."
I just wanted to get out of there and head home. I am glad he knew that I had moved on, and not waited for him; but I never intended for him to be hurt. I know he always wanted to marry me and have kids but I couldn't handle that life. With Joe, I figured that I would end up stuck in the house with kids. The typical 'Burg housewife, staying home cooking and cleaning. I would have died an early death with that kind of life. Being with Ranger, I know that he would support me no matter what job I wanted to do.
As I was turning away from him I saw his arm reach out for me and the guys close in closer to me. It was like a Stephanie sandwich.
"I don't think so; you don't get to touch her. She told her to leave her alone and I suggest you listen to her." Ranger said.
With that we started to leave. As we got to the door it swung open and in marched Terry.
I looked at her and she looked like she was loaded for bear, out on a hunt, ready to kill; and her target was still standing by the table we had just left.
"You Asshole…YOU GOT ME PREGNANT!" She yelled in Joe's face.
Laughter was heard all around the bar. I was clutching onto Rangers arm, almost on the floor, laughing so hard. "That's great Joe! Enjoy!" I said!
With that we walked out, enjoying the fact that, for once, I won't be the one that they talked about. The 'Burg was going to have a field day with this one. I couldn't wait to hear all about it.
I am thinking maybe one or two more chapter after this one….depends on how carried away I get. After all we have to find out if the baby will be a boy or girl and what Joe does!
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