Epilogue

Annie

I can't help the grin tugging at my lips as I crouch by the fireplace, my fingers brushing the edge of an envelope Monte had hidden beneath the woodpile. I could already imagine the self-satisfied smirk on his face when he'd hidden it there. It wasn't the sneakiest hiding spot, but it was hard work getting it out without tearing the paper.

The game is simple enough, but the thrill that comes with each clue, each challenge, has my heart pounding. This is what I love—being teased, tested, pushed just enough to keep me on edge.

I snatch the envelope, careful not to knock over the rest of the wood, and tear it open. The paper feels cool in my fingers, and I shiver, excitement and anticipation running though me. I love this game they've set up. Monte had casually reminded me that I still owed him a prize of his choosing after I lost—so very badly—at our game of I-spy .

It's only been a few weeks since I returned to them, but each day has ended up being better than the one before, and I am living my best life. Getting to know them has proven to be one of my favorite hobbies.

"Good girl," I whisper to myself with a giggle, reading Monte's handwriting scrawled across the note.

Next clue is somewhere you like to get a little dirty... and we like to watch.

My eyes widen, my pulse picking up as I realize where he meant—the indoor swimming pool. Ever since moving in with them, I've once again returned to my daily routine of swimming laps... with the added habit of ending the swim with a self-care session in the shallow water on the steps.

The two of them had caught me and punished me beautifully for playing with what they considered theirs .

Now it's become our thing. By the end of my swim, they'll be sitting in the loungers, waiting for me to give them their show. I love that they've included this in their game.

As I step into the humid room, excitement bubbles in my chest. I love how they make me feel. Not a single day goes by that I don't know exactly how much they love and care for me.

Monte's scavenger hunt isn't just a game; it's a reminder of how much they've been paying attention. I can feel my anticipation building with every step, my body already humming with need.

At first glance there's nothing to be found in the large indoor swimming area, and after some time spent hunching over and crawling down on my hands and knees I'm almost ready to give up when I see it—the smallest glimmer just beneath the water's surface.

A smile spreads across my face as I reach into the cool water at the shallow end and pull out a small, see-through sealed container. Inside is another note, along with a beautiful silver necklace with a heart-shaped pendant.

Almost there, sweetheart. The final clue is waiting for you where you rest your head at night.

I inhale sharply. That's a ridiculously easy clue. Our bedroom.

The end of the game is in sight, and the thought makes my heart race with excitement. I rush out of the room, and up the stairs to our bedroom, the necklace and note clutched in my hand.

I push open the door and my breath catches at the sight in front of me. Monte and Lo stand waiting, both watching me with their familiar knowing smiles. My heart swells at the sight of them, these two men who have become everything to me.

Monte steps forward first, his eyes sparkling with mischief. "Looks like you've earned your prize." His gaze drops to the necklace in my hands.

"Funny that," I whisper, before taking a step closer to my two Daddies, "me winning a prize during the game that was supposed to be your boon."

Lo moves forward past his husband and into my personal space. "That's what you don't get, naughty girl. You are the prize." His mouth touches mine and my breath hitches at the soft caress and heartfelt words .

By the time the kiss ends I'm surrounded by their large, warm bodies and for the first time in a long time, I know I'm home.

The End

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