Sheryl said, "When I was pregnant, my mom told me to keep it under wraps until after the first trimester. She said it was bad luck to spill the beans too early, like tempting fate or something."
Aurelia tucked a stray lock of hair behind her ear, pondering the possible drama. If Lisbeth really was pregnant and Raines was the father, they were in for a soap opera level of trouble.
"Sheryl, let's not jump to conclusions, okay? If Lisbeth's just got a stomach bug, we'll feel pretty silly."
Hearing this, Sheryl chuckled and dropped the subject.
After a day of fun, everyone headed to the diner for a hearty meal, and then they retired to their hotel rooms to rest.
Nina carried a plate of dessert to Fredric's room, "Dad, I ordered your favorite, rice pudding with cinnamon. It's your nighttime snack."
Fredric stroked Nina's hair, "Nina, you're getting sweeter by the day."
Nina grinned, dimples popping, "Eat up, I want to see you finish it before I leave."
"Alright," Fredric said with a fond smile and quickly polished off the sweet treat.
Nina hugged him tightly and kissed his cheek, "Goodnight, Dad. I'm off to bed."
She skipped out, full of youthful energy, and headed to her room.
Sheryl cupped Nina's face, "Did Daddy finish his rice pudding?"
"Yep," Nina nodded.
Sheryl smiled and kissed Nina's cheek, "That's my girl."
Once the kids were asleep, she drifted to Fredric's room.
Fredric was already in a deep slumber, motionless on the bed. She smirked slyly, beginning to unbutton his shirt.
Raines wasn't sleepy yet and strolled through the hotel's rooftop garden.
The sky was adorned with a full moon, and it was the fifteenth. He always felt invigorated during the full moon, as if life itself was being poured into him.
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