Chapter 15

From the look in my eyes, Carlos knew exactly what I was thinking. "We can have fun trying." He had a predatory look in his eyes that completely destroyed my panties. The heat from his body nearly set me on fire. Oh boy... making a baby is going to be so much fun.

I gave a quick toast, "To Valerie and Vince. May you always be as happy as you are today." A chorus of 'hear hear' was shouted by the other adults.

Vince raised his glass to toast us. "Ranger and Steph. You two have showed us exactly how easy it is to love your fated soulmate. I wish you guys have many years of wedded bliss and we want to see a mini boss or mini Steph around the office soon." He winked at the girls, knowing they will hound us until we have children.

The girls quickly circled around me and Carlos, begging us to give them a cousin. I knew better than to make that promise. "We'll do everything we can, but I can't make any promises, okay?"

"Okay Aunt Stephie," they chimed wearing huge grins. They knew better than to pester us. If they had their way, we'll be giving them a cousin within 10 months. Carlos wrapped his arm around me and pulled my back into his chest. I could feel him laughing from the girls' reactions. Having this wonderful man as my romantic soulmate and my husband fills my heart. I can't wait until the day I'm round from carrying his child. For the first time in my life I'm excited to become a mother.

Tank used the TV in the room to project a Skype call from Rangeman. All my Merry Men congratulated us on our wedding. It was heartwarming to hear all of their well wishes. Apparently Tank streamed our wedding to our Rangeman family. All the men were silenced as I heard Dad shout out, "Congratulations Pumpkin, Peanut, Carlos and Vince. I'm proud of you girls. Welcome to the family, sons." He was beaming with pride.

"Thanks Daddy," Valerie and I said in unison.

"Thank you Sir," Carlos and Vince replied.

The guys were bummed to miss our wedding but they appreciated Tank streaming the video directly to Rangeman. A recording was made to show the men off duty. We waited for the remaining men to send their congratulations before we decided to retire for the night.

Manny and Tank were sharing a room. Binkie was sharing a two bedroom suite with the girls. He was taking his responsibilities seriously. They will be safe with their uncle.

Carlos carried me into our room. He closed the door and pressed me against it. After flicking the locks, he quickly pulled up my dress so I could wrap my legs around his waist. He ground his erection against me. I groaned into his mouth. "Please Carlos. I need you." My breath was hitching as he moved his lips to my neck. He sucked on the skin where my neck joins my shoulder before moving back to my lips.

"Babe," he growled as he gently bit my lower lip. I felt him tug it before he soothed it with his warm tongue. He was driving me absolutely insane. Carlos was taking his time and driving me crazier by the second.

I rocked into him and begged, "Please. I need to feel you in me now." He never said anything. His hands grabbed my thighs as he carried me towards the bed. Without breaking our connection, he opened his pants, releasing his erection. I heard the tear as he ripped my panties from my body. "Carlos!" I screamed as he pushed into me. He broke our kiss to look into my eyes. Without moving, we both climaxed as we stared into each other's eyes.

Our soulmate marks were aligned even though they were covered by our clothes. I felt the electricity pass between our bodies. We were more connected now that we're husband and wife. Our bond was stronger than I ever imagined could be possible. It was a strong magnetic connection that quickly became all consuming.

This palpable connection was overwhelming. The love I feel for this man is all encompassing and I couldn't determine where I end or he begins. I love Carlos with every cell in my body. Heart and soul, he's mine and I'm his. "Babe, you are my heart, my love, my life and now you're my wife. I love you." He finished undressing me and quickly disposed of his own clothes. It didn't take long for him to start our next round of love making.

A few hours later, we were both finally sated. He pulled my back into his chest, fitting me tight against his body. His nose was pressed into my neck to breathe in my scent as he fell asleep. The soft breaths against my neck and his even breathing lulled me to sleep.

I woke up laying on top of Carlos. If I shift my body slightly, I would be able to lower myself onto his morning wood. His hands wrapped around me and lifted me enough to enter me. We made slow love as we were pressed tightly against each other. More electricity passed between our soul marks. Every time we made love strengthens our bond.

My alarm sounded while we were in the shower. We planned to meet the gang for breakfast. If we didn't get to the dining room within the next 30 minutes, Tank would come to get us. After wrapping the towel around my body, I brushed out my hair and pulled it into a ponytail. I started giggling when I remembered the last time he was tasked to locate us. We were in Carlos' office with the door locked. Carlos had my laid across his desk buck naked. He was had just climbed on top of the desk and plunged deep into me when Tank picked the lock to enter. I have never seen Tank's face turn that red before. He quickly fumbled out of the room and guarded the door as we finished what we started.

"Babe?" Carlos raised an eyebrow wondering what I was remembering.

"I was thinking about the last time Tank came looking for us," I simply stated as my body heated from the memory.

His eyes got darker as he pulled the towel off my body. He lifted me into his arms and pushed into me. My back hit the bathroom door as he moved. I wrapped my legs around him as he kissed, nipped and licked my lips, neck and breasts. It didn't take long for us to climax. "Babe, I love you."

"I love you too Carlos," I said as his alarm sounded.

"15 minutes Babe," he whispered before pulling out of my. His semen ran down my leg. "Sexy," he smiled before grabbing a wash cloth to clean me. I wasn't sure I could get my legs to hold up my body. Carlos pulled me to my feet and gently washed then dried between my legs.

"I've got this," I whispered as his touch was turning me on. Once he deemed me clean, he grabbed my hand and led us to the bedroom. A beautiful sundress was hanging in the closet for me to wear. It was white with small blue flowers. I noticed the front neck to waist was held together by tiny buttons. Carlos watched as I pulled on the pale blue lacy bra and panties I found in a bag I never noticed the night before. The dress material was soft and felt amazing next to my skin. I was able to pull the dress over my hips to push my arms through the shoulder straps thick enough to cover my bra straps. When I started fastening the buttons, Carlos strutted over to help. "I know how to dress," I joked. The dress length stopped mid thigh showing off my smooth toned legs.

"Babe." My tough guy is back to one word answers. He said much more with body language and eyes making it easy for me to interpret that one word. I knew he wants to strip me bare and make love to me all day, but we promised to meet everyone for breakfast. He gave me a passionate kiss after pulling the final button through the hole. "I need to dress," he said against my lips.

"Okay. I'll grab our things." I gently pushed his chest to move him away from me. There was no way we'd make it to breakfast in time if we continued to kiss. Reluctantly he let me go. I got a bit distracted watching him dress. My husband is very sexy. Carlos helped me pack the small duffle bags. We were about to open the main door when a series of 3 knocks followed by a flat hand knock sounded from the other side.

I opened the door, "Hey Tank." He silently reprimanded me when I opened the door. I narrowed my eyes and snapped, "Don't get so offended. I knew it was you. Only you, Bobby and Lester use that knock. Since Bobby and Lester aren't in Vegas, I deduced it was you." He grabbed the bags from beside the open door and walked away. I couldn't resist sticking out my tongue at his retreating back.

"Babe," Carlos moaned as he stared at my protruding tongue. His eyes darkened. Uh oh... I pulled my tongue back into my mouth after licking my lips. I knew exactly where his thoughts are at the moment. He glanced at his watch before pulling me towards the elevator. We didn't have enough time to indulge. Our friends and family were waiting for us.

Once the elevator doors closed behind us, Carlos pulled me into his arms and thoroughly kissed me. I could feel my legs weaken as he deepened the kiss. His warm tongue gently caressing mine. Pulling my lips of his, I reluctantly said, "Carlos, we need to stop." He touched our foreheads together and took a few calming breaths.

"I can't get enough of you," he whispered.

"Neither can I," I confessed. We stayed in that position until the elevator arrived on the main floor. Vince and Valerie were waiting for us outside the hotel dining room. In the middle of the dining room, a huge buffet containing all types of breakfast options spanned over 5 display cases. Binkie was helping the girls pile food onto their plates. I noticed Manny and Tank were already seated at a group of tables waiting for us. Food was piled on top of their plates.

Carlos led us to the buffet table where we grabbed a plate and started grabbing our breakfast. "Babe, that will kill you," he whispered when I grabbed a danish.

"But what a way to go," I joked. This was our schtick. He would comment on my poor food selection and I'll joke about dying while I enjoy eating the offensive item. Carlos smiled when I limited myself to one pastry. I filled the rest of my plate with scrambled eggs, home fries, bacon and sausage. He selected all the healthier options which didn't surprise me. I guess 'when in Vegas' didn't apply to him.

We took our seats next to Tank and Manny. Binkie sat at the table next to us with the girls, Val and Vince. I could tell Valerie and Vince had a night mirroring mine with Carlos. She was absolutely radiant. Everyone jokes with me by pointing out my 'sex' glow. I wondered how long it would take the guys to start teasing her too.

After breakfast we decided to return home. Tank's phone chimed. He smiled while reading the text. My spidey sense started humming. The guys and Ella were planning some kind of surprise for us. I wouldn't be surprised if they threw us a reception of sorts.

Carlos' phone rang when we boarded the Rangeman jet. His smile disappeared as he listened to the man on the other end. "Yes Sir," he said before ending the call.

"When and how long?" I asked taking the seat next to him.

"Late tonight. Five weeks." He slammed down his blank face. We just got married and I didn't want him leaving for a mission. I waited for the pilot to announce us free to roam before I unbuckled myself. Grabbing his hand, I pulled him to his feet and led him to the back bedroom. I didn't care if anyone heard us, but Binkie pulled out headphones and passed them to Angie and Mary Alice. They accepted the headphones and iPads. Binkie obviously knew what we were planning to do.

Just over an hour later, we re-emerged from the bedroom. Both of our hair was a bit messy. I quickly fixed my ponytail before the girls saw us. We took the seats across from Tank and Manny. I listened as he quietly outlined his mission. He was tying up loose ends on an undercover mission from a few years ago. They finally located the last player in the sex trafficking ring. A man named Fernando Lopez recently travelled to Columbia to take over his uncle's business. Carlos suspected there was another player, but non of the high level guys new who this man was. Lopez was born and raised in Spain. All the intel gathered never hinted there was more family members, other than the ones living in Columbia. Ranger didn't know all the details yet, he has to travel to DC for more information.

"I need to assemble my team," he finished. Tank nodded. I had a feeling some of my favourite men were about to leave with him. "Ram, Junior, Lester and you," he told Tank. I relaxed knowing he was taking these men with him. Tank sent a quick text when our conversation wrapped up.

Valerie caught my eyes after Carlos finished explaining the original mission. Her tear filled eyes displayed her concern. "He'll come back," I heard Vince whisper.

Sensing my discomfort, Manny started dealing the cards he was shuffling. I guess we're going to play poker as a distraction. Manny and Carlos exchanged a look. When Manny nodded, I knew he was telling Carlos he'll watch over me.