Husband With Benefits-Chapter 630: Ants

"You’ve got ants in your pants?" Ian asked as he sat opposite Gabe, tossing the file in his hand over to him with a casual flick of his wrist.

Gabe looked up from his work, a deep frown creasing his forehead. "Why would I have ants in my pants? What’s wrong with you?"

Ian shrugged, leaning back in his chair. "Multiple things, but I doubt you’ll be able to help with them."

Gabe raised an eyebrow, his curiosity piqued despite himself. "You’ve come to me for advice?" His tone was incredulous, making Ian shudder before he quickly responded.

"Nope. I’ve come to offer it," Ian said with a smirk. freewebnøvel.com

Gabe sighed heavily, rubbing his temples. "I don’t need any more advice, Ian. I’m actually in a good mood for once, so just scurry away and let me be."

Ian chuckled, unfazed. "Of course you’re in a good mood. You’re sleeping with Autumn."

The half-smile that had been playing on Gabe’s lips vanished instantly, replaced by a stern frown. "I am sleeping with my wife. There’s nothing to discuss here."

"Then why do you look so guilty?" Ian pressed, his eyes narrowing as he leaned back in his chair, studying Gabe’s reaction intently. "In fact, with that expression, one could almost believe you were sleeping with someone else’s wife."

Gabe’s eyes flashed with annoyance. "Don’t be ridiculous, Ian. You’re just trying to stir up trouble where there is none."

"Maybe. Or maybe I’m just calling it like I see it. Something about sleeping with her is troubling you. And making you restless."

Gabe shook his head, returning his focus to the work in front of him. "Whatever you think you see, you’re wrong. Now, unless you have something useful to say, get out of my office."

Ian said nothing, only staring at Gabe. This was typical Gabe reaction. First push away, get defensive and then calm down.

As expected, a moment later, Gabe harrumphed and shook his head," Ian! Just get out, okay! I don’t want to discuss this."

"That will keep you restless." Ian pointed out making Gabe look away. " Come on, spill."

Gabe shook his head," You do know I am the older brother..."

"So?"

"So, I should be the one solving problems for you guys. Not the other way round."

"Oh, please. Since when did we start having discussion based on age?"

"The problem, Ian, is that Autumn believes she is in love with me."

Ian raised an eyebrow. "How is that a problem?"

Gabe sighed, looking away. "You don’t understand."

Ian leaned forward, his tone more serious. "Actually, I do. The fact that you think Autumn only believes she loves you and doesn’t really love you is an insult to her feelings."

Gabe frowned, a mix of frustration and confusion clouding his features. "It’s not like that. I just... I don’t want her to be hurt."

Ian shook his head. "Despite you being a total crab, some people can ignore your faults and love you. Maybe it’s time you started believing that."

Gabe huffed and shook his head," Ian! That is not the problem! I am happy and thankful for her love towards me! She has given me a home that I did not even know I was looking for."

Ian blinked. Okayyy.. "Then, what is the reason for your restlessness?"

"I feel guilty for not loving her."

"That is new. Then love her and stop feeling guilty." Ian answered as if Gabe was the slowest person on the planet.

"I can’t do that! Arabelle..."

Before Gabe could say more, Ian interrupted," Of course, you can. You already care for Autumn and love her in your own way. Maybe your feelings are not as deep as the affection that you had for Arabelle, I am sure with time, you will feel differently. Maybe if Arabelle was alive, you would have been conflicted. Just clear up everything that you’ve hidden from her."

"I know, alright. I am going to tell her! Demon has already warned me about that. Jeez! you guys are total nags."

"Its all for you brother. We want to see you happy."

"Unexpectedly, I am happy." Gabe answered before narrowing his eyes at Ian," So, what are your problems? Isabelle giving you trouble? Has she come to her senses and realized that she doesn’t want you anymore?"

"Shut up! I am going to keep her wrapped up in me forever, okay? She will never have time to get tired of me." Ian snapped with a frown, before sighing," Isabella, wants kids. After seeing Innocensa and Vincenzo, I can see the yearning in her eyes. But..."

Gabe looked at Ian carefully then," But what?"

"But I don’t know if its safe for her! What if something happens to harm her? I can’t bear to lose her Gabe and somehow having children seems like that will be the result."

"That reasoning is flawed, Ian. Have Seb and Oliiva not come closer because of children. Just talk to Bella. She will understand your wariness."

"And how do I do that when I am not sure about what I want? I am confused Gabe. I would love to have a little baby with Isabella’s beauty and brains. But I am not too sure that I want a baby. How did you decide, you never wanted children, Gabe? We are Frosts. Our motto has always been to stay together and protect the family. And not having children somehow feels off. How was it easy for you to get a vasectomy?"

Gabe took a deep breath, leaning back in his chair. "It wasn’t easy, Ian. I made that decision during a time when I thought it would be best for Arabelle. You know I’ve made every decision in life based on her. And, truthfully, I am almost regretting that decision now."

"Forget about having a choice, Ian. If you are Isabelle were never to have children, do you think your family would be incomplete?"

"Of course now. Isabella is my family."

"Then, there is no need to hurry. Discuss things openly with Isabella and you’ll have your answer. Don’t invite trouble when there is none.