This is a short chapter. Thank you all for your comments regarding Chapter 10 I know it was a long one and I probably should have cut it in half. But here's 11. Let's find out what Regina's decision will be . . .

CHAPTER 11-DIFFICULT DECISIONS

Work was chaotic. She knew it would be and she threw herself into her job. Regina always did this when life got a little too hard. She didn't like making difficult decisions. For three days she didn't see or hear from Robin – at all. He was giving her the space she needed and she was fine with that. Okay, she wasn't fine with that. She was in denial. She hated to admit it but she wished he hadn't. She missed him terribly and all she could think about was whether or not she should move in with him. It was one of the hardest decisions she'd ever had to make and she still hadn't made up her mind yet. She hadn't been to the gym in over a week and she brought her clothes to change into after work. When she arrived at the clubhouse she noticed the television and the lights were on. She smiled when she realized it was Robin on the treadmill and watched him for a moment. Had it really only been three days since she'd seen him? It was obvious that he'd been running. He was wiping his face with a towel and drinking water. She walked over and stood in front of his treadmill and smiled. He stopped his machine and took out his ear buds "Well, well, well, hello my love."

"Hello handsome and how are you?"

He shook his head and bit his lip "Are you flirting with me?"

"Maybe," she replied as she sent him a smile.

"Well, I was struggling to get through this run but now that you're here I'm feeling better. You seem like you are in a good mood."

"Well, I guess I am. I'm actually dreading this though if we are being honest," she said as she got on the treadmill next to him.

"I can think of another form of exercise that you would find much more enjoyable," he teased as he winked at her.

She laughed "Oh, I think I know what you are referring to but I need this right now. No offense of course."

"None taken . . . I'll leave you to it then," he said as he put his ear buds back in and started his machine. Regina walked for a few minutes to warm up but then she ran. Despite the fact that Robin kept glancing over at her – she ran.

It was difficult and after only twenty minutes she stopped her treadmill and glared at him "You're staring and it's distracting me," she snapped.

He stopped his machine and turned toward her "I miss you."

"And I you," she admitted.

"You stayed away," he said sadly.

"Yes, and you respected that Robin and I appreciate that."

"I respect the hell out of you but that doesn't mean I'm not worried. Are you alright?"

"Yes, you need to try not to worry so much. The fact of the matter is I've been thinking about what you asked me."

"You're referring to . . . you moving in with me and Roland."

"Yes, I'm considering it but I haven't decided yet."

"I understand. No pressure. It's been three days I just wanted to make sure you were okay. I'll let you finish." He got off his machine and wiped it down. She started walking again and then was surprised when he just left. She stopped her treadmill and let out a breath. She couldn't just let him leave like that – could she? He seemed upset and she didn't want him to leave mad. Why had he just walked out like that? She high-tailed it out of the gym and ran outside into the freezing cold.

She couldn't see him so she ran faster toward the parking lot "Wait!" He was halfway across the lot and almost to the road when he turned around and realized she was coming toward him. She flew into his arms and he picked her up. Robin's mouth came down on hers and she wrapped her legs around his waist "You didn't say goodbye and you didn't even kiss me," she said breathlessly against his lips. He continued to hold her "Don't do that again Robin please. I felt awful."

"I'm sorry I thought you wanted to be left alone."

"No," she said as she kissed him again.

He put her down "It's freezing out here. You should go inside."

She nodded "I'll call you later," she said as she kissed him one more time and ran back to the clubhouse. Regina needed that – now she could finish her run and concentrate properly.

Later than night she couldn't fall asleep. It was ten and she was tossing and turning. She had gone home and cooked herself dinner, done a load of laundry and watched a few shows but she could not fall asleep. Finally, she couldn't take it anymore; she grabbed her phone and called Robin – he answered on the third ring "Regina?"

"Hi, were you sleeping?"

"No, I'm watching the news."

"Oh, okay. I'm sorry to bother you."

"You're not bothering me."

"I can't sleep. My brain won't turn off."

"I see."

"I came home and made dinner, did a few things around the house but I can't fall asleep."

"This is a problem. Would you like me to make you some tea?"

She laughed "Yes, actually yes I would."

"Come over."

"Roland . . ."

"He's fast asleep. Regina let me take care of you. Come over. Don't think about it just get in the car and come here."

She wanted this. She would have never called him if she didn't want this "I'll be there in five minutes. Let me pack a bag." She didn't even say goodbye – she just hung up and ran around her apartment like a crazy loon. She packed everything she needed for work and in five minutes she was pulling up in front of Robin's building. She knew why she couldn't sleep. She missed him too damn much. She saw him already in the hallway, leaning against the wall waiting for her.

He opened the door for her "That was fast."

"I ran around like a lunatic," she said.

He laughed "Sit at the table I already started your tea." She watched as he prepared her drink; his hair was messy and he was dressed in sweat pants and a white tank top. She let out a breath when it finally dawned on her – he was hers. Robin is smart, sexy, and funny and has the most gorgeous smile she's ever seen. He has beautiful blue eyes she could stare into all day long and he is a wonderful father and would do anything for the people he loves and he loves her. She loves him. Loves him so much that it scares her and that's why she panicked on Christmas morning. He placed the mug on the table in front of her "Milady your tea. Be careful, it's hot" he said as he sat down at the table with her.

She smiled at him "Yes, you are," she teased.

"If you keep talking to me like that we won't be going to sleep love." He took her hand and kissed it "I'm glad you called me."

"Me too," she replied.

"I will always take care of you. I want to Regina."

"I know. I'm still getting used to that," she admitted.

"It takes getting used to."

"It sure does."

"So, I have been informed that Marian is going to Florida last minute for New Year's and she's taking Roland. Her family lives there."

"Wow, lucky Roland."

"Yes, well I get you all to myself for several days; which I knew but it is a rare occurrence since my son is pretty much attached to your gorgeous side whenever you are here."

"You keep forgetting – I'm the cool girlfriend," she said.

"True milady," he said as he continued to hold her hand.

"Thank you for the tea."

"You are very welcome. Are you ready for sleep?"

"I think so." They walked to the bedroom and Regina made sure her alarm was set on her phone and she plugged it into the charger. She snuggled against Robin's chest and he wrapped his arms around her "Much better," she said softly.

"I won't lie; I prefer for us to be like this – than not," he whispered.

"I agree with you," she replied.

"That's nice to hear. Now, sleep Regina," he said as he kissed her forehead. She drifted off to sleep in a matter of minutes. No tossing and no turning. She had already made her decision . . . Regina was moving in with Robin.