Page 185 of Sugarloaf Ridge Lies

“It’s not because of you. It’s complicated. Anyway, I’m ringing because I’ve been thinking about things. About the future.”

Dear God, no.Does he want to get involved now? Play father figure now his marriage has fallen apart? It’s the last thing we need. Jerry and I are solid.

“What do you mean?”

“Have you had the baby yet?”

“No. I told you I’m due in December.”

“Okay.” He sighs heavily. “I just keep thinking about what you said, about when the kid grows up.”

“And?”

“If they want to get in touch, I’d be open to that.”

My heart clenches. “Really?”

“Yeah, I mean I don’t want to interfere. You have a new life there.”

Thank God.

“Okay, I guess we’ll see what happens then.”

“Yeah.” He pauses. “Take care, okay?”

“Um, you too.”

As the call disconnects, I can’t help but wonder if we’ll ever speak again.

Regardless, he’s prepared to give our baby the opportunity to know their truth.

Perhaps Captain Kurt isn’t as much of a douche as I thought.

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