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“I did. Do you like how it looks?”

“I think I do. You were really busy today.”

She snuggled against him, relishing the glow of passion that was still wrapped around her.

“Very.” She told him what they had done and a little of the gossip that had been part of the package.

“Massage, makeover and tidbits, what else could one ask for?” His dry tone had her laughing. Turning her head, she stared at him. “I was grateful for the support. I do not know if you noticed, but I was feeling down.”

He kissed the tip of her nose. “I noticed.”

“I felt so unattractive and huge.”

“I don’t know why.”

“I am pregnant with four babies and unable to do anything or go anywhere.”

“Isn’t this something you wanted?” He asked carefully. “You were determined to make this happen and at first, I was furious that you went behind my back. But I admire your persistence and determination.” His eyes searched her face.

“You knew what this type of pregnancy entails, darling. You were the one who told me you were prepared for anything as long as it turned out all right.”

She poked her tongue out at him, gasping when he quickly bit it.

“Thanks for throwing my words back at me.” She retorted when she could speak.

He smiled at her. “I was just trying to make a point.” His hand drifted upwards to cup her breast. “The part about you feeling unattractive is nonsense. You will always be the most beautiful woman in the world to me and nothing can change that.

Even if you do look like as big as a house.” He grinned at her baleful look. “No matter what changes, or how you look, I love you and that will never change.”

“Promise?” She whispered.

“I swear.” He whispered back before claiming her lips in a searing kiss.

*****

“Surprise!”

Blair jumped, one hand going to her chest as she gaped at the people in the room and the banner hung up across the hearth. The dining room was filled with the full complement of staff and the entire family, including her dad.

“What’s this?”

Taking her hand, Cayden led her towards them. He had insisted that she got dressed and come down for dinner and had not told her why.

“This is our way of wishing you all the best for the safe delivery of those babies.” Clive grinned as he came forward and took her free hand. Cayden did not bother reprimanding him when he bent to kiss her on the lips.

“Anthony prepared some of your favorite recipes, my dear,” Marianne rejoined with a smile.

“I could smell the rosemary chicken when I was in the hallway,” Her eyes moistened as she stared at the staff. “And dad, you spoke to me over the phone and said you would be at the hospital tomorrow.”

With a wide smile, he came over and cupped her face between his hands. “I had a challenging time keeping it from you. Your husband informed me a week ago that this was in the works, and nothing could stop me from being here. You look wonderful.”

“That’s a lie, but I’ll take it.”

She was guided to her seat with the staff coming over one at a time to wish her all the best.

“Guys, you’re behaving as if I am not coming back.”

“We have every confidence that you will come back – with four adorable babies.” Maria told her stoutly. “Now let us leave you so you can enjoy the meal.”

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