Their shared birthdays were few, their partings many.

Yet, he held onto the tradition of acknowledging her day, regardless of their estrangement.

Dawn barely broke when Alexis rose, a day of appointments ahead, starting with a visit to her doctor.

On her way out, her eyes brushed over the abandoned gifts.

She paused, and then tasked the receptionist with their return to Leonel, scribbling down his number.

As the receptionist gathered the items, she mused silently on their cost.

Such extravagance seemed an unnecessary extravagance.

As Alexis settled into the car, she dialed her father.

“Dad, I’m off for a prenatal check-up,” she announced into the phone.

Waylen’s surprise at her solo departure was palpable even through the phone.

‘s BunnyBookery

her usual companion, easing

and the doctor, a friendly face to

painted a picture

beautiful,” the doctor beamed, relief washing over

fears that Alexis might struggle with her feelings towards the baby, fears now

image of her daughter, a quiet joy

a resemblance

room,

before, clutching a large bag that, in all likelihood, contained

quiet corridor, Alexis’ voice was a

“I don’t want these.

lingered on her before shifting

inquired, “Is

was all

see the

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255