Dog Days of Christmas by Elle James

Author:Elle James [James, Elle]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Twisted Page Inc

Chapter 7

Molly followed Sadie into the kitchen.

“Joseph looked like a natural holding Mac,” Sadie murmured.

Molly laughed. “I don’t think I’ve ever seen such a look of stark terror on a man’s face.”

Sadie chuckled. “Yes, but he was so gentle with him. I think he’ll be good with a baby of his own.”

Molly didn’t respond.

Sadie popped a plate of sausage and cheese balls into the microwave for thirty seconds and turned to Molly. “So, when are you two expecting?”

Molly’s eyes filled with tears. “We’re not.”

Sadie frowned. “What do you mean? You’re practically glowing.”

Molly shook her head, the scent of sausage and cheese making her stomach churn. “We’re not expecting, even though we’ve been trying for the past six months.”

The microwave dinged, indicating the thirty seconds were up. “I don’t understand,” Sadie said, pulling the plate out of the oven.

When Sadie turned with the loaded plate, the strong aroma of cheese and sausage wafted toward Molly. Her eyes widened, and her stomach roiled. She pressed a hand to her mouth. “I think I’m going to be sick.”

Sadie set the plate on the counter and hooked Molly’s arm. “Come with me.” She led Molly to the bathroom in the master suite.

Molly made it just in time to lean over the commode and toss the crackers she’d eaten earlier that day.

Sadie brushed her hair back from her face and helped her to stand. “I couldn’t stand the smell of bacon during my first pregnancy.”

“But I’m not pregnant,” Molly insisted.

“Have you taken an early pregnancy test?”

Molly nodded, stepped over to the sink, splashed water in her face and rinsed her mouth. “A few weeks ago. It was negative. I don’t think we were meant to have a baby. We’ve been trying so hard.”

“I’ve seen so many of my girlfriends trying so hard, but when they finally gave up, they got pregnant.” Sadie opened a cabinet door and shuffled through the contents, finally finding what she was looking for. She held out a box. “I think you need to try the test again. I had an extra from when we were trying for Mac.”

Molly held up her hands. “I can’t.”

“Sure you can. I’m not going to need it for a while. Mac’s going to keep me plenty busy.”

“No. I can’t. If it’s negative, I’m going to lose it. I don’t want to ruin the evening for Joseph by blubbering like a baby.”

Sadie laid her hand on her arm. “Sweetheart, I’ll be right outside the door. If you feel the need to cry, we can do it together. It’ll be our secret.” She took Molly’s hand and placed the box in it. “I think you need to do this. Do it for me.” She winked and backed out of the bathroom. “I’m right outside.”

Molly stared at the box, her hand shaking so much she almost dropped it.

She told herself she’d be all right if it came back negative. It was just another test. Another disappointment, nothing as sad as losing Six. She wasn’t sure she could handle another blow.

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