Caleb POV
Horror filled my face when I processed her words in my head.
Then, my head swayed from side to side in disagreement.
“Not that, Cassy. I had been so used to having you and the kids around. I could go on every day without you by my side. I can’t be without you.”
I could hea
Caleb POVCassy’s upper body lifted.She then turned her head over her shoulder to check on me.“Why are you crying?”“I am happy.”She twisted her body to turn around. We were now facing each other.Then, she wiped my tears using the tips of her fingers. She was doing it so tenderly and meticulously that I had to sigh when she retracted her hands and put them to her sides.“You are becoming a crybaby.”She told me after a while.“Yeah. I can’t help it.” I said, agreeing with her.At the same time, I was wiping my face with the back of my hand.Again, Cassy turned her back on me. She pulled my arms to hug her from behind.“Rest. We have an early day tomorrow.” She told me before settling in my arms and burrowing the back of her head in the crook of my neck.Accidentally, I took a whiff and smelled her fragrant hair. The scent calmed me, knowing she was not going anywhere and was resting by my side.I heard her snoring softly and knew that she had fallen asleep.As for me, sleep elu
Caleb POVWhen Cassy realized what our daughter was crying about, the expression on her face was priceless!It had gone from one of shock – her eyes growing wide - before a full-blown smile wreathed her beautiful but eye-puffy face.Then, she burst out laughing and dropped to the bed, rolling.Cassy was cl
Caleb POVAfter the children got down from their high, Oakley turned to me.I raised my brow, silently inquiring what the problem was.Oakley walked toward me on her knees. When she reached me, she felt my forehead to check my temperature.The smile was gone from her face, replaced by a worried frown."Doctor first! You are sick Daddy." Was her verdict.She sounded so firm that I could imagine her when she grew up – looking so much like her mother.Cassy, on the other hand, was filled with concern when she noted Oakley’s words.She inched closer to reach my forehead to che
Caleb POVOakley’s hands were on her hips when she demanded, and everyone within earshot cast her a benevolent smile.She sounded like a grown-up in a little girl's body.Cassy shushed her.“Oakley, your voice. We are not at home, and there are many sick people here. They need their peace.”“Oops! Sorry.” She covered her mouth with her palm and walked beside us like a good girl after being reminded.We were silent on our way to the doctor’s clinic.
Tony POVI was running late.“Good morning, Dr. Richardson.” The receptionist greeted me.In response, I only gave back a hurried wave and walked briskly toward the maternity clinic.My lab gown’s flap created a fluttering sound as it flew in my haste.I met other employees along the way. They also greeted me, but since I was in haste, I barely paid any attention to them.My focus is on finding the most stubborn woman I know.Walking briskly and craning my neck to check the crowd, my body started to calm down when I saw the top of her silky blond head.Even with the
Tory POVMy jaw slacked in surprise and embarrassment.My fists grabbed fistfuls of Tony's hair and yanked with all my might. Finesse be d*mned.I was so p*ssed at him right now.“Ow! Ow! Ow!” He complained, placing his hands on either side of my waist but careful not to press too much.I think he was trying to be gentle because of my condition, and I was glad h
Tory POVI slumped on the waiting bench, arms crossed over my chest, fully intending for Tony to see my reaction to his domineering ways.The man seemed unconcerned as he sat beside me.“Move a little. You are crowding me.” I snarled at him.He moved a little, but it was not far enough for my peace of min
Tory POVI must have shown my surprise because Tony lifted his hand and very gently caressed the side of my cheek with the pad of his thumb.“I just want to be here when the doctor confirms your pregnancy and shares the experience with you.”“But it feels awkward.” My voice sounds whiny, and I almost cringed when I heard it.Tony laughed, and I glared at him.