“I’ve never worked a phone this fancy,” she said.
He tried not to laugh at her baffled expression as she stared at his phone. Taking it from her, he unlocked the screen then pulled up the site he used for paint samples. After she’d made her selection, he saved it. Giving her one more kiss, he admired the sway of her hips as she walked back down the hall in the direction Mrs. Connors had taken the children, and he started making calls and sending texts.
It took him nearly an hour, but he’d arranged for a painter, placed an order with the baby store to be delivered the next morning, called in an order for two more Christmas trees and kid-friendly ornaments, and then called the Terran station to let Zlerak know they were heading there shortly.
“There’s something else you need to do while you’re here,” Zlerak said.
“What?”
“Borgoz contacted me this morning. Your mating papers are officially filed, and he’s already putting pressure on the local government to have your name added to the children’s birth certificates. But there’s one step you missed.”
“I missed a step? What step?” Brexton asked.
“All mates must undergo an exam by one of our physicians. It’s standard procedure. Even though you’re already mated, Borgoz wants the exam on file. He said we can’t make an exception for you, or we’ll have to make one for everyone else.”
“It’s not going to hurt her, will it?” Brexton asked.
“Of course not.” Thedumbasswas implied, but Brexton got the message.
“Fine. I’ll see if she’s ready to leave now. The sooner we get it out of the way, the better. And don’t forget the extra guard I need. If it’s a problem long-term, or until her ex is caught, then I’ll make other arrangements. Blossom suggested I hire someone from Zelthrane-3, an elite warrior.”
“Like Ryx?” Zlerak asked. “You know he’s always up for a challenge, and he’s only been to Earth a handful of times. He might even do it for free.”
“I don’t mind paying,” Brexton said.
“I’ll see if I can get word to him and explain the situation. Until then, I’ll make sure your family has two guards.”
Brexton disconnected the call and went to find Blossom. He hated to subject her to a medical exam, but if Borgoz was requiring one, they had better get it handled immediately. No one made the Chief Councilor wait. Except perhaps for his mate and daughter. No one else would ever dare.
