Page 38 of Campaign Season
“Shell,” Jameson said, still chuckling, “I thought Coop had at least one more year in him.”
Michelle bumped her hip. “He’s got an older girlfriend.”
Jameson groaned.
“Oh, come on. It’s cute. And innocent.”
“I know. I guess it just reminds me how much he’s grown.”
Michelle glanced ahead at Brody and Amanda. “Yes, it does. I can’t believe they’ll be five soon.”
Jameson nodded.
“Missing the baby parade?” Michelle asked.
“I wouldn’t say that. Why? Are you planning to make another contribution?”
Michelle shrugged.
“Shell?”
“I don’t know. We’ve actually talked about adopting.”
Jameson blinked. “Seriously?”
Michelle nodded. “Not a baby. A toddler.”
Jameson’s smile softened. “Wow.”
“I don’t know, JD. I never thought our family was missing something. But I can’t imagine it without Coop.”
Jameson smiled gently.
“I think we’d both like the chance to give that to a child. Do you think it’s a bad idea?”
“What? God, no. I think any kid would be lucky to have you and Mel as parents.”
“Thanks, JD.”
“Just telling you the truth.”
“Don’t say anything to Mom yet, okay? I kind of want to tell her myself.”
“No worries, Shell.”
“Ms. Reid?”
Jameson turned to find Agent Larry Potter approaching. “Everything okay, Larry?”
Agent Potter nodded. “It is.” He sighed. “I’d like to get the family off the street.”
“Is there a problem?” Jameson asked.
“Nothing specific. I’m not forcing you to leave. I’d just feel better if we headed to the Toles’ before it gets much later. It’s open space out here—a lot of variables.”
Jameson nodded.
“It’s okay, JD,” Michelle said. “The kids have enough candy. And they’re excited to go to Cassidy’s.”
