Chase Part 2: A New Adult and College Billionaire Romance (Chase Me Billionaire Romance Series) Read Free

make her feel bad. Not for the money, anyway. Although, I may have to ask her why she left me behind.”
    “One step at a time, Chase.” She ran her hand along his arm, and squeezed his shoulder. She could see the emotion in his eyes.  “That might be good for the second time you meet with her.”
    “Maybe,” he answered, nodding and standing up. “I’m gonna have a quick shower before the pizza gets here, okay? Here, listen for my phone when they call from downstairs.”
    “Sure.”
    She stared at him as he left. His reunion with his mother had become a source of such anxiety, when it could be one of joy. She understood why he felt that way. He had been through so much. Sighing, she leaned back in the sofa and watched TV.
    The doorbell rang when Chase was finished. Meaghan watched him answer it and pay for the food. She could tell he was still laboring over his mother.
    “Dinner is served,” he announced. “Where would you like to eat? Dining table or here on the sofa?”
    “Sofa. We can do normal meals at the table.”
    “Sofa it is.”
    He placed the box and bags down, and sat beside her to eat. The enjoyed a comfortable silence, and let the TV entertain them as they ate.
    “I’m stuffed. I think we ordered too much,” Meaghan said, looking at the remaining food after they were done eating.
    “They’ll be good for leftovers later or tomorrow,” he answered, carrying the remaining goodies to the fridge.
    When he came back to sit beside her, he pulled her close again. “I hope you’re right, Meaghan.”
    “Right about what?”
    “Mom.”
    “How can I not be right? Think of it this way. We’ve already been really lucky to have found this place. We now both have jobs, and look at us. We have each other now. No matter what happens when you see your mom, we’re so much farther ahead than when we left home. After the pasts we’ve had, Chase, I think it’s time we stop worrying. The future looks bright to me.”
    “You’re probably right.” He still didn’t seem like he believed it, but he’d never believed her when she insisted on optimism.
    “No. I am right. We’ll be fine, Chase. And connecting with your mom may turn out to be better than you imagined. Once you get past the discomfort at the beginning.”
    “You know what? You’re right. Will you come with me when I go see her the first few times? We can try for this weekend.”
    “Absolutely.”
    “Good. She’d probably love to see you too.”
    “As would I. She was always kind to me. I’m looking forward to it.”
    “Meg?”
    “Yes, hun?”
    “Thanks. I’m glad things have worked out.” He planted a kiss on her forehead. “And you’re right. Things couldn’t be better.”
    Meaghan nodded. They were together, sharing a home, in love, and still best friends. She leaned on his shoulder and enjoyed the moment.
     

Chapter 3
     
    Chase decided to put all the worry out of his mind. He had enjoyed his first few days working at the auto shop, Meaghan now had a job of her own, and things were starting to feel good again. He looked over at her on the sofa. He was so lucky to have her. He needed to remember to never take that for granted.
    He picked up the remote and turned off the TV. He stood up and held his hand out for her to take it. “Come with me, young lady.”
    “Where to?”
    “We’re going to get dressed, and then we’re going for a walk in the park.”
    “I thought you were tired?”
    “I’m fine now. Let’s go get some fresh air.”
    “Sounds good,” she answered, heading into her room ahead of him. “I just need a few minutes.”
    Chase went to his room and found a t-shirt and a pair of jeans to wear. He grabbed his keys and phone, slid his feet into his shoes at the door, and waited for her to get ready. They left after a few minutes. It was still hot outside, but the sun was setting. He took her hand and they cut across the back lawn. They were on the park trail shortly after.
    “This was a great idea,