Chapter 115
Bailey’s pov
Nine months later
I stood in front of the minor, my gentle fingers brushing over my huge bump. I could barely see my toes now. I giggle as I felt a firm
kick
You’re playing football in there little Sam?” I joked, rubbing where I could still feel his little foot stretching my skin. I turned a little sideways, the gleam of my wedding ring on my finger catching my eyes as a ray of sun strikes over the stunning diamond.
My heart melts, remembering how Sam fit it on my finger when he stared at me deeply while he said I do with his whole heart. I sighed and flushed when I recall our wedding night. Let’s just say if I wasn’t already pregnant then, I’d surely gotten pregnant that night.
We officially tied the knot two months after we got engaged. Sam wanted to speed it up and have it the exact same month, didn’t want to rush it too much–even though we both clearly didn’t want to wait any longer.
Our wedding had been small and intimate, only our family and close friends were invited. It was beautiful to see everyone there….except….
but i
My throat tightens and I look at her picture frame fitted on one of the shelves Kaleb had proudly installed himself. I walked over to the frame, smiling as my eyes fill with tears. “You would’ve loved it Lil,” I reach out to brush my finger across the wooden frame.
Lillian was no longer here with us physically but I knew for certain she would always be here with us in spirit. I rubbed my round stomach and smile wide. “Your nephew is kicking up a storm in my stomach. Jeez I think he got his attitude already from you,” ! playfully rolled my eyes, a tear slipping from my eyes.
I missed her.
I missed her so much.
*You would’ve loved him and spoil him rotten,” I giggle, reaching up to wipe away the fresh tears that slipped out. Lillian died two years ago, right after she finally fell in love with a boy who had been her close friend for years. He had gotten to tell her he loved her too. I smile sadly.
She deserved to have lived longer. She deserved to have a happy life. She deserved to have her happily ever after.
But even though she couldn’t be here to have it, I promised her I’d live for her. I promised her. I smile as I felt Samuel kick me, “i think he’s telling you hello Lil,”
I’ll live for you Lillian. I promise.
A sudden pang in my back made me wince and I let out an ooph.,
“Flower?” Sam’s voice floated in gently as he entered the nursery. He built this nursery from his own sweat and love. Every detail, from the baby blue walls, to the painted clouds on the ceiling and the stars above the crib was touched by his hands.
He wanted everything perfect for our boy and I fell in love with him all over again.
*Yeah?” I called back, unable to keep the wince out of my voice as I rub my lower back. He walks over to me quickly, his brows furrowing with worry.
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What’s wrong? Where does it hurt? Do you want to go to the hospital?” The questions fly at me one after the other, leaving me no room to respond before another was thrown at me.
“Do you need water? A bath? Something? Anything? Maybe my dick? You’ve said it’s magical sometimes.”
I giggled, loving how adorable he gets when he’s anxious over me. “I’m fine baby. Probably those fake contractions I’ve been having lately
Kaleb isn’t convinced and picks me up gently. I gasp. “Kaleb I weigh a ton!” I protested as he moves over to the rocking chair we picked out after we both argued about which one would fancy our son’s nursery better.
You’re literally light as a feather,” He scoffs, setting me down gently in the rocking chair. “You walk too much and stand too much. I’ve told you many times that you can call me to take anything for you or carry you anywhere.”
I rolled my eyes. I swear if it were up to him I’d be on bedrest and would never be able to get out of the bed until I give birth.” Kaleb you have to work, you can’t carry me everywhere twenty–four–seven!” I scowled.
His scoff deepens. “Listen here flower, you and our son are my number one priority. I will leave work if I have to, to take care of you
both.”
I let out a groan, knowing he’d never see my point. He was stubborn this way.” Kaleb –
I wince as a sharp pain hit. This one lower and more painful than the last. Kaleb looks even more concerned. ” Baby-
I grunt as another sharp pain washes over me, but this time it comes with an extra surprise. My water broke.
Kaleb froze.
Like frozen solid. He did not blink. He did not utter a single word.
Just stared. Like a damn statue.
At the puddle that was quickly forming beneath me. Then he finally reacted after a few moments…. his eyes widen in disbelief.
Did you just is that this isn’t pee is it?” his eyes flicker up to mine, wide with shock.
I grit my teeth until it hurt, my fingers gripping the arms of the rocking chair as though I was clinging to it for dear life, I think I was to be honest. I nod. “My water just broke,”
He blinked. And then blinked again. It was like he couldn’t understand a word I had just said. Oh God my husband was mute.
“Kaleb, my water broke,” I repeated, gritting my teeth as another wave of pain washes over me.
Still no reaction. Had he gone deal too?
“Kaleb!” I shout, finally getting his attention. He jerks back, startled. “Okay okay,” he begins to pace, hands in his hair, tugging and scratching at his scalp. “You’re in labor, your water broke, you’re in labor-
Yes Sherlock. Didn’t know my husband was now a broken record,” I snapped, the pain making me frustrated. “Now would be a good time to do something baby,” I stressed on the words “do something‘ making his eyes wider.
He nods quickly, snapping into action. “Right! right. We need the hospital bags, car keys, your overnight
Don’t forget to call Mira to come pick up Milo, We can’t have him home alone, I reminded him as I hiss in pain. If I wasn’t in so
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“You also need to call the family and Kristy, don’t forget Kristy,” I groaned, closing my eyes for a brief second as pain shoots me before peeling them open again.
“Already on it!” He nodded quickly yet stayed rooted in the same spol.
Step on it Reece!” I hissed and startled once more, he started for the door to go get the things he had listed.
“Wait!” I yelled before he disappeared. He spun around quickly, eyes wide with panic.” What? What is it? What did I miss
“Can you take her for me?” I pointed at Lillian’s picture frame. Kaleb’s gaze softens and with a nod he quickly picks it up and rushes over to give it to me.
I clutch the frame. “You’re coming with me Lil, I won’t have you miss this,” I smile. “You’ll be by my side always,” I promise her, hoping somehow my angel sister would hear me.
Kaleb place his hand on mine, the same one that clutched Lillian’s photo. And forever,” he finishes, and I look up at him, my eyes teary, I smile. “Forever.”
Author’s note: And finally the book is completed! I know everyone let out a huge sigh, lol I did too so we’re twinning. Thank you to everyone who stayed with me during the most difficult times of my writing career. I struggled so much this past year and honestly I lost faith in myself. But I owe everything to you, those who stood beside me and had faith that I will be back. Those who knew that I only needed time. Those who prayed for me. I thank you a thousand times and love you a thousand more. Thank you <3
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