Copper Creek: The Complete Boxed Set by Smith Wendy

Author:Smith, Wendy [Smith, Wendy]
Language: eng
Format: azw3, mobi, epub
Published: 2019-04-28T16:00:00+00:00

15

Owen

In the morning, we all have breakfast together before Ginny goes home to get some marking done and have some time to herself.

While she’s not moving in, she’ll spend tonight with us to help settle Ava in, and we’ll have breakfast together again. I’m loathe to tackle the subject of her living with us again as she’s made her views clear. And she’s right. I do need to work out how to take care of Ava by myself.

Even if I think Ginny’s the one.

The last thing I expect is Drew and Hayley on my doorstep in the middle of the afternoon.

“What are you two doing here?” I haven’t seen them since their wedding day, it’s so good to have them here.

He grins. “I’ve got something exciting to tell you. Wanted to do it in person.”

I usher him in, and he walks into the living room, followed by Hayley. As she draws level, I grab her arm and plant a kiss on her cheek. “I’ve got news for you too.”

Drew spins back to face me before sitting on the couch. “If it’s that you’re with Ginny Robinson, I already know that news.”

Hayley laughs as she sits beside him. “Lily’s really excited about that one.”

I shake my head. “No. It’s not that.” Sitting opposite, I lean forward.

“So, what’s going on with you two?” They wear the same silly grins they did on their wedding day. Either that hasn’t worn off or they’re up to something else.

Drew grins. “We’re having a baby.”

My mouth drops. “No way. That’s awesome.”

Drew’s always been one who wanted kids. He became an obstetrician because of the complications with Max’s birth, and always harboured a wish to have his own. That it’s with Hayley makes me happy. She really is the other half of him.

“Two babies.” Hayley raises her palm to cover her mouth as she giggles.

“Twins?”

Drew nods. “Turns out I have uber-potent sperm.”

“Dude, I do not want to know about your sperm.”

He laughs.

“I need to show you my news. Hang on a second.”

Drew’s eyebrows raise as he looks at me, and I walk up the hallway to Ava’s room. She’s playing on the floor with the toys Ginny bought her.

“Hey, Ava. Want to come and meet Uncle Drew and Auntie Hayley?”

Her eyes widen, and she nods slowly.

“Come on.”

I hold out a hand and she takes it, her teddy bear clutched tight in her other hand. We’ve come a long way, even since yesterday. With Ginny’s help, Ava’s trust in me has grown.

Drew stares at me as I enter the room, Ava in tow. Hayley beams.

“Drew, Hayley, this is Ava.” I sit back on the chair and Ava sits on my lap. “She’s my daughter.”

Neither of them look surprised, and I swallow.

“How … why is she with you?” Drew finally asks.

“It’s a long story, but I wanted you to meet her.”

Haley leans over. “Hi, Ava. I’m Hayley. It’s very nice to meet you.”

Ava leans against me, burying her face in my chest.

“What do you have there?” Hayley asks.

Ava sits back up.

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