Chapter 238

• "Yes. I'm fine."
• As he pulled back, his face came close to her stomach and he paused. His face lost most of it's hard lines as he stared at the swollen bump of his child. Then, he lowered his head and kissed their baby.
• Tears stung her eyes. He hasn't made that display since yesterday, she didn't realize how much it hurt and bothered her until he did it. Her hands squeezed the bedding to keep from cradling his head close to her.