The Scent of Christmas by Leyla Hunt

Author:Leyla Hunt [Hunt, Leyla]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2019-12-18T16:00:00+00:00

Nico

I spent a week getting my house ready for Lupo, and the big day was finally here. I would pick him up just after lunch if all went well with discharge. They’d told me his infection was clear, and there was no reason to keep him in the hospital.

I’d gone out and bought what I thought were age-appropriate toys and games and had set up the extra room on the first floor for him, complete with kids’ bedding and all that jazz. When he got cleared to use stairs, I’d move him to the guest room, hopefully permanently.

I smiled as I surveyed his temporary digs. I’d bought a four-post bed with a canopy and had put up a few posters of his favorite movie and cartoon characters. It looked cozy and warm, and what all six-year-olds deserved.

After today, things would never be the same. I’d have to consider his needs before making decisions. Even simple things like running out for a coffee would be more difficult, but I didn’t mind. I’d take care of him the best I could. My heart warmed as I pictured him by the Christmas tree in the corner of the living room. I wanted him to live his best life, and if I could help him even just a little, I’d be a happy man.

Speaking of errands, there was one I’d been putting off for a couple of days, but it couldn’t wait any longer, so I jumped in my car and after letting it warm for a minute, I headed off to the drug store. My heart pumped as I arrived and searched quickly for what I wanted—a pregnancy test. I glanced around furtively, hoping no one I knew would see me. If it was negative, there was no reason for anyone to know I’d even tested.

In my heart of hearts, I wanted to be pregnant, even if my relationship with Will wasn’t cast in stone. There was nothing I wanted more than to hold our baby in my arms, with Lupo and Will by my side. As soon as I paid, I stuffed the box in my pocket and hightailed it back to the car.

Ten minutes later, I was clutching my hands and staring at the test window, willing the second little line to show up. There were those who waited until the three minutes were up, but I had to know as soon as possible.

I held my breath and squinted. Could it be? Was it a shadow? Something was there, but it wasn’t that dark. I swallowed the lump in my throat. I hadn’t felt this nervous since I could remember.

I blinked.

I waited for it.

It wasn’t my imagination—the line became clearer as the seconds passed.

I was pregnant!

I finally pushed out the breath I’d been holding hostage. Yes! I fisted the test and ran to the couch, sinking into it. Staring at the test again, a million thoughts went through my mind.

Will had to know, but when should I tell him? He was busy at work today, and I wanted to tell him in person, not over the phone.

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