The Baby Contract ((The women of Landry's Landing and the Fabrizio men)) (6 page)

“Good just tell her money is not a problem, now I wanted to talk to you about living arrangements. My penthouse is in Chicago and you share this place with your sisters so I thought we’d build a house.” Pierce said.

“Yeah Chicago is definitely out of the question so where are you planning to build this house of ours?” Gigi asked.

Pierce seemed to be in deep thought before answering her. “This Inn sits on more than fifty acres of land I thought we could use some of the land to build separate living quarters for you and your sisters so that you can each have your own place. What do you think about that idea?”

“I think that if this is a dream please don’t wake me. We have wanted to build our own places since forever but we could never afford it. Wait isn’t your corporate office also in Chicago how are going to run the company from North Carolina?”

Pierce smiled at her before answering. “Actually I can run the company from anywhere there just offices our holdings are spread far and wide so it doesn’t matter where the offices are located.”

“If you say so now what’s next isn’t there a prenuptial agreement I need to sign or something?” Gigi asked.

“No prenup just the contract we discussed earlier. I’ll draw up the paperwork and once we sign it’s a done deal. But you need to be sure before you sign it, because I meant it when I said there’d be no divorce. And running is not an option besides there’s no place on this earth where you can go that I wouldn’t find you.” He said gazing down at her as a stunned look crossed her face. Framing her lovely face between his hands he gently caressed her cheeks as he spoke.

“I’m not trying to scare you Gigi, I just want you to understand what marrying me means. Once you become my wife you will
always
be my wife. Do you understand?”

“I…I… Yes I understand but what if you get tired of being with me? What if I don’t make you happy? What if you fall in love with someone else?” Gigi asked as worry etched her pretty face.

“First of all I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of being with you. You’re the mother of my child so you’ve already made me happy and as for falling in love if that happens then I’m pretty certain that you’ll be the one I fall in love with.”

Gigi smiled up at him. “Okay so what if I’m not happy? What then?” She asked teasingly.

“Oh there’s no need to worry about that because I plan to make you extremely happy and keep you quite satisfied.” He replied as he kissed her on the lips. “Now let’s get you downstairs to the diner, I think our baby is hungry. He kicked me when I kissed you a minute ago.”

“He? Who said this baby is a he, it could be a she.” She said as he led her out of the apartment and down the stairs.

It wasn’t until much later that night when Egypt finally had a chance to talk to her sisters about the things she and Pierce had discussed. They’d all showered and changed into something comfortable and were sitting in the living room sipping on tea and pound cake.

“Pierce is going to do everything you just said and all you have to do is marry him?” Indy asked.

“Sounds good to me when’s the wedding?” Asia asked happily. Indy glared at Asia for a brief second before turning her attention back to Gigi.

“Are you okay with this Gigi? I mean it sounds good but you have to be able to live with your decision.” Indy asked.

“What do you mean she has to live with it? What’s there to live with she’s marrying the father of her baby who happens to be a billionaire that has paid off the humongous loan we had on the place and he is giving this place the cash infusion we’ve been praying for.” Asia said as her gaze shifted between both her sisters, before adding.

“Also let’s not forget how fine he is I’d say that Gigi hit the jackpot with this one, and if I’m not mistaken you could be next Indy.”

India’s gaze whipped in Asia’s direction. “What the hell are you talking about? Have you been sampling my wines again?”

“I’m talking about you and Giovanni. I saw the looks you two kept giving each other not to mention the way you acted when you thought I was putting the moves on him.”

“I have no idea what you’re talking about and we’re supposed to be helping Gigi not making up stories about me and Gio. Now mind your business little girl.” Turning her gaze to Gigi she asked. “So have you called London yet?”

“No. I wanted to talk to the two of you first. We need to plan a dinner party for Pierce and his family and get London to design and make me a dress that will actually fit over this belly of mine.” Gigi said as she rubbed her bulging belly hoping to calm her active baby.

“Don’t worry, I’m sure London can design something fabulous I’ll call her and ask her to come as soon as she can.” Asia said.

“Thanks Asia. Now good night you two I am going to bed, hopefully this baby will calm down so that I can get some sleep.” Gigi said as she struggled to get to her feet. Both Asia and Indy stood and took her hands to help her.

Gigi had just slipped into bed when her cell phone rang, reaching over to her night stand she answered it after checking the caller ID it was Pierce. She couldn’t stop the smile that touched her face. Gigi really liked listening to his voice with his strong Italian accent. His sexy voice gave her tingles up and down her spine.

“There you go speaking in Italian again. What did you say?” She asked excitedly as she pulled herself up to lean against the headboard.

“Alright then, I guess I should let you go so that you won’t be up all night. Good night sunshine.” She said smiling into the phone.

He laughed at the little nickname she’d taken to calling him during their phone conversation. “Good night Caro see you in the morning.”

Chapter Seven

Gigi woke up the next morning feeling well rested and happy she couldn’t wait to see Pierce. She’d stared at her engagement ring at least a hundred times this morning, it was a gorgeous ring. After brushing her teeth and her hair she dressed in a soft, comfortable, sleeveless, heather grey, matte jersey dress that fit snuggly around her full breasts, wide hips and huge stomach.

A little while later when she entered the kitchen India and Asia were both seated at the table having breakfast with London. Gigi was happy to see that their dear friend and sister had made it into town, but surprised that she’d gotten here so quickly.

“London I’m so happy to see you but how did you get a flight here that fast?” Gigi asked as the two women embraced.

“Well you can thank your husband-to-be for that he sent the Fabrizio jet for me.” London said smiling brightly. Her dark brown eyes sparkled with joy to be home again. Her short black hair was styled in a chic flattering cut that framed her perfectly shaped face. Her mocha skin tone was flawless as always. Standing at five seven she wore heels that made her long slender legs look even longer.

“Hello.” She said pausing to listen to the person on the other end of the receiver. “There’s what? Who said what now? He’s where? No we’ll be right down.” Indy turned to her sisters after clicking off the cordless phone and placed it on the counter.

“What is it Indy? Who was that on the phone?” Gigi asked.

“It seems that your fiancée has struck again. This time he has a construction crew surveying the property and that’s not all. There’s a lobby full of people waiting downstairs.” Indy said as headed for the front door.

Gigi, Asia and London rose from the table and followed her to the door. “Indy wait let me talk to Pierce first, the last thing we need is for the two of you getting in to it.”

Indy stopped to glance over her shoulder at Gigi. “He’s not the one I’m after right now. Gio is in my lab messing with my wines and you know I don’t play that shi…”

“Indy!” Gigi yelled as she interrupted her before she could finish her last word. Indy rolled her eyes as she turned her head forward and proceeded down the stairs with her sisters following close behind.

When they reached the bottom of the stairs the women stopped and looked around at the chaos surrounding them. Indy paused when she saw Pierce coming towards them, she glanced at Gigi.

“I’ll let you handle him I’m going to find that brother of his.” Indy said as she rushed off in the direction of her wine testing lab.

As Pierce approached Gigi he noticed the intense expression on her face, that and the fact that she was gnawing at her bottom lip with her teeth should have been enough to worry a lesser man. He knew she probably wasn’t happy about all these people milling around her lobby but he was out to make life as easy as possibly for her. This was the first step in that direction.

“Good morning Gigi.” Pierce said when he finally stood in front of her, smiling down as he gazed into her eyes.

Gigi had to tilt her head back in order to look into his eyes. “Good morning sunshine. You mind telling me why all these people are here in my lobby?” She asked calmly.

“These people are here because you and your sisters are going to need help planning the wedding and with everything else around here and I don’t want you stressed out it’s not good for our baby.” Pierce said hoping to calm her down from being so upset with him.

“So you’re Pierce Fabrizio, the father of Gigi’s baby? We haven’t met yet I’m London.” She said as she extended her hand in greeting.

Accepting her hand Pierce smiled as he greeted her. “It’s nice to meet you London and yes I’m the baby’s father.” Turning towards Asia he also greeted her. “Good morning Asia, how are you?”

“I’m fine thanks and since you are most definitely fine I won’t bother asking a question that I already know the answer to.” Asia said teasingly.

“Asia!” Gigi said in a warning tone.

“I was just teasing.” Asia replied glancing at Gigi. “You know dang well I wouldn’t hit on your man.”

Gigi smiled at her little sister. “I know you wouldn’t it’s just all this noise here in the lobby is starting to get on my nerves.” She said as she rubbed her fingertips over her temples.

Pierce took a step closer to her. “I’m sorry I didn’t think about this being too much noise for you, I’ll take care of it.” He said kissing her gently on the forehead before turning his attention to the crowd of people occupying the lobby area. He raised one of his hands in the air. “May I have your attention please?” When none of the people seemed to hear his first attempt he changed tactics by slightly raising his deeply baritone, Italian accented voice.

“Quiet!” He said. “Thank you. Now would everyone who is here seeking employment, please put your resume on the counter at the front desk and wait outside on the porch. You will be called one at a time, if you are considered for one of the available positions we will let you know if you are not we appreciate your interest and thank you for your time.”

As the potential candidates for employment headed for the front porch, Pierce turned his attention back to Gigi. “That’s much better isn’t it?” He asked stroking his hands down her arms.

Gigi tilted her head back to smile up into his handsome face. “Yes much better sunshine. So who is going to interview all these people?”

Gigi smiled widely. “You think of everything don’t you?” She said allowing Pierce to guide her towards the dining room with a hand pressed lightly at the base of her back.

“I certainly try.” He whispered leaning closely near her ear.

“Don’t worry about us we’ll go ahead and start interviewing.” Asia said sarcastically to their retreating backs as Gigi and Pierce made their way to the dining room.