CHAPTER 70: HOLDING IT OFF

MARIE As I got to Crystal's residence, I looked over at my ever-increasing tummy. I had yet to let Damian know about her forthcoming baby. It would change the dynamics of our already soured relationship, and I wasn't ready for that, mainly because I had no idea how he would react. I placed my hands on the rails to the steps of Crystal's porch. With great energy, I dropped one leg after the day as I slowly progressed upwards. While I was still struggling to walk, the door to Crystal's residence flung open as Caleb ran through and gave me a firm hug. While I held Caleb in a firm embrace, Crystal walked out of the house. She rested her body along the wooden lintel of the house, her arms folded in akimbo as she peered over us. "The kid adores you," Crystal said as she looked on at us. "I know, right," I said, looking up at Crystal. "How are you?" I asked as I released my grip on Caleb. "Been better; how did the antenatal go?"Crystal inquired. "Well, not very much different from the