Love Always by Sheena Binkley
(Love, Life, & Happiness, #5)
Publication date: November 19th 2014
Genres: New Adult, Romance
Synopsis:
Riana:
From the first moment I'd laid eyes on Shawn Walker, I never thought he would be the love of my life. In the three years we have been together, we have been through so much, and I couldn't imagine anyone else I would have wanted by my side. Now, we're about to experience another event that has us both in shock. Will we be able to get through this one together, or will it end up destroying our relationship?
Shawn:
I never thought I would experience love again until Riana Robertson entered my life. The two of us have been through hell and back, but we're still standing. Now that I've graduated Shaw and heading into the real world, I have a lot of responsibility, not just for myself, but for my growing family. With all of the issues surrounding Riana and me, will we slowly lose sight of the love we have for each other, or will it strengthen us as a couple?
I looked into the kitchen and saw Riana and Cheryl deep in discussion. I didn't know what was wrong with Ri lately. She had been moody and sort of bitchy. Marcus noticed the look on my face and gave me a pat on the back.
"I wouldn't try to figure it out, bro. Cheryl is like that sometimes, too. When she is, I just let her be."
"Ri was never like this though. When she moved in here, it was pure paradise; but lately, she's just really hormonal and temperamental. She gets upset over the smallest things."
"You sure there's nothing bothering her?"
"I'm sure there is, but I don't know what it is. Usually, we'll talk about our issues; we never hold anything in."
Marcus sighed and looked in the kitchen. Riana and Cheryl were walking over to us. While Cheryl sat on Marcus' lap, Riana took my hand, and we went to the bedroom. She closed the door with a smile.
"You're probably wondering what's going on with me."
"Yes; you haven't been yourself lately."
She caressed my hand and began to talk. "I failed two of my classes, Shawn."
"Ri! I didn't even know you were having trouble with your classes. Why didn't you tell me?"
"I didn't want to burden you. You've been working nonstop and trying to finish your classes so you can graduate. I didn't want to add my issues onto yours."
I touched her shoulder, and she shivered. I'd always had that effect on her. Just one touch from me, and she was ready. I kissed her cheek, and she smiled.
"Baby, when we're together, your problems become mine as well; you know that."
"I know, it just with graduation and your job, I just didn't -"
I interrupted her. "Ri, there is no excuse for you not telling me what's bothering you. If you would have told me, I could have helped you. What are the two classes you have to repeat?"
"College Algebra and Media Planning & Placement."
"That was an easy class."
"Shawn!"
"It was. How did you fail that?"
"I just had a lot on my mind, that's all."
"All kidding aside, no matter what I'm going through, you shouldn't feel scared to come and talk to me. We haven't kept anything from each other since the whole Spoken thing. I don't want us to get back into a situation like that again, okay?"
"I don't either."
"Are you going to take the courses again over the summer?"
"Yeah; I can take them online, so it won't affect me going back to Houston."
"Okay. If it did, I would have stayed with you."
"I know."
"I'm sure you haven't told your parents, have you?"
She shook her head. "I'll tell them when we return to Houston."
"Don't you think you need to tell them now?"
"And ruin your day? No."
"Baby, the day will not be ruined. I would feel better if you told them as soon as possible."
She nodded. "Fine, I'll tell them; but after the graduation party."
"You want me to be there with you?"
"You can."
I kissed her, and she grabbed the side of my neck. I could feel her heartbeat against my chest as I touched her waist. I'd noticed she gained some weight lately, but it was in the right places. She'd always had a beautiful body, but damn, she was starting to get thick.
I lay her down on the bed, and she smiled.
"We're not going to start that. If we do, you will miss graduation," she said.
"You're right. My parents would have a fit."
"Exactly. Don't rule out later though."
"Of course," I said with a grin.
She smiled, kissed my cheek and got up. Then, she went to the closet and pulled out a floral print sundress.
"I'm sorry for not being honest with you. I know you would have come to me."
"It's cool. I love you."
She smiled and went into the bathroom.
I lay down on the bed and sighed. I could sense something else was bothering her. Whatever it was, I hope she wouldn't keep that from me, too.
Sheena Binkley first discovered her love for storytelling when writing her first story for a class project at the tender age of nine. Since then, she has composed several short stories and numerous tales that are not only engaging, but simply entertaining. She is also a freelance writer, penning articles on various topics including education and entertainment. Besides writing, she loves reading, shopping, and spending time with family and friends. She lives in Houston (where the weather is always unpredictable) with her husband and son.
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