Page 16 of A Play for Love

“You know who you are? You’re my daughter. I love you so much and am so proud of you.”

“I love you too, Dad. Can you please finish putting in your credit card information so I can get registered?”

“Of course, sweetheart. Your uncles and cousins are going to sign up for the course too.”

“Yay! And you?” She cocked her head.

“With the wedding in two months, I won’t have time.”

“Dad, you can take the course at your own pace. Please, do it. Please,” she whined.

“I’ll think about it.” I kissed her forehead. “Go to sleep. It’s late. Arthur is already sound asleep.” I winked.

“Good night, Dad.”

“Good night, baby girl. I’ll see you in the morning.”

As I left her room, I saw Sofia walking up the stairs with Nicholas, who was sound asleep in her arms.

“Shh,” she whispered.

I followed her to the nursery, where she laid him down in his crib. Walking over, I smiled as I lightly ran my finger across his forehead.

“Sweet dreams, little man,” I whispered.

Hooking my arm around Sofia, we went to our bedroom.

“How was everything with the girls?” I asked as I pulled my shirt over my head.

“It was great. I made a list of everything we need to do. Jenni told me not to worry about my wedding or bridesmaids' dresses. She has it covered. We need to order the invitations tomorrow, and I picked out a few I really like, but I want your opinion before we order them.”

“I can’t wait to see them.” I kissed her forehead as I walked past her.

“I’ll start making the calls tomorrow for the cake, flowers, DJ, photographer, etc.”

I could hear the anxiety in her voice.

“Babe, you don’t have to do everything yourself. I will help you. Just tell me what you want and need me to do.”

She walked over to me and wrapped her arms around my neck.

“You’re in charge of the honeymoon. I don’t care where we go as long as it’s just the two of us.” Her lips pressed against mine.

Swooping down, I picked her up and held her tight.

“I’ll give you a honeymoon you’ll never forget.” The corners of my mouth curved upward.

* * *

“Bro, I’m nervous,” Conner said as he entered my office.

“About what?”

“Seeing my baby. I know I’m gonna lose it.”

“I won’t lie to you, bro. I was pretty choked up at our first ultrasound. I’ll be here for you.” I smiled.

“Can I confess something?”

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