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So, in a way, I’m grateful.
I lean into Knox as he wraps his arm around my back and smile up at him. “And a wife. One day.”
His lips drop to mine, and he grins. “One day.”
“They’re adorable.” Mom sighs.
I smile over at her to show just how happy I am.
“Let’s get you moved in, and then you can call Molly and we’ll tell my family,” Knox says, patting my bottom.
I pull out of his arms and go to my dad. He holds his arms out and embraces me.
“Love you, Dad.”
“Love you too, baby girl. I can’t believe I’m going to be a grandpa.”
ON SUNDAY NIGHT I curl up on Knox’s—our—bed and find Molly’s name on my phone.
She’s been messaging, but with everything that happened this weekend, I haven’t yet replied. I wanted to be able to tell her everything and analyze it over and over as we love to do. For that, I needed to find a moment when I was not throwing up after getting moved in.
Now I am.
My clothes are in the enormous walk-in wardrobe and my mug is in his kitchen. I own more than that, but you get the idea.
The phone rings, and Molly answers, sounding flustered. “Hey, Payton. Are you okay?”
“Yes. Sorry, I didn’t reply until now. I’m... at Knox’s.”
“What?” she gasps, then, “Yes, hang on. Give me one minute.”
Where is she?
“Can you talk? I can call back later,” I add.
“Are you together? Tell me quick.”
I frown, but answer. “Yes, he fell asleep in my hall. I’ll tell you the whole thing when we see each other. But it won’t be over margaritas. Molly, I’m pregnant.”
She gasps. “Oh, my god.”
I smile. I’m just so damn happy.
“Congratulations. Right?” she asks reluctantly.
“Yes.” I smile. “Very.”
“Okay, I need all the details, but right now, I need to get on this plane.”
“What plane?” I sit up.
“My grandfather passed away a few days ago, so we’re flying to England tonight,” Molly says.
What? God I feel terrible that I didn’t answer her messages.
“Molly. My god. I’m so sorry.”
“Thank you. I’ll be away six weeks while we deal with the estate and funeral. I’ll call you next week when I catch my breath.”
