"I better take advantage then, before the baby gets here." Matthew smiles, his darkened eyes intensifying.
Before I can argue, he lifts me up bridal style, carrying me to our bedroom as I laugh into the air.
Later that night was our impromptu baby shower. Tyler helped us set up the backyard with the dining table. By sunset, the first people to arrive were Sage and Clara. They both look so happy and homely. Even Sage's usual hard-headed attitude has softened slightly, and Clara looks like a new woman, like the energy she had prior to me leaving Sparta has suddenly returned.
"I'm so happy for you guys!" Clara's voice is squeaky with excitement. She looks so thrilled as she hands Matthew a small gift before running into my arms for a hug.
I look over her shoulder to see Matthew squeeze Sa
