I knew why she said that. Anais came to my mind, and I was comforted. As if the baby I lost came back. But this time, I was new and improved. With Lucia by my side, we’d be the best parents to this baby girl.
“Are you happy?” Her voice croaked.
“So happy.” The words came out of me, sloppy and choked and full of emotion. “I don’t know how I could be happier.”
She sighed, loud. “You’re going to be the best dad, Hansen. The best.”
“And you’re going to be the best mom.”
Lucia wiped her cheek. “It’s been a ride with you, Holte.”
“And it’s just beginning, Mrs. Holte.”