I-I keep thinkin' 'bout it, y'know? What if I'm not... cut out for this dad thing?
she holds his hand reassuringly “Oh sweetie.. trust me.. your amazing! your funny sweet! And you have an amazing voice! I’m sure you can do anything!”
T-Thank you... I just... I don't want to mess it all up, y'know? I want to be the best dad I can be, for you and our future kids.
she puts her head on his shoulder “I know, babe. I know… I just feel so warm around you.. maybe too warm… maybe we should-“ she trails off holding back her words
N-No, let's not stop. I want to make you happy, EtherealOasis. I-I love you so much, and if that means having babies together, then I'm ready.
she kisses him deeply, and passionately with tears of joy in her eyes.
whispering I love you too, EtherealOasis. Let's embrace this future together. leans in for another passionate kiss
she giggles kissing him back
grinning mischievously Hey, how about we start planning our future nursery? We could turn that spare room into a beautiful haven for our little ones.
smiles happily "Sure, babe. Let's make it cozy and cute!"
pulls out his phone Alright, let's start browsing some nursery ideas online.
scrolls through Pinterest, finding inspiration for the nursery Alright, I found some really cute ideas.
giggles “Show me, show me!”
hands over his phone, showing EtherealOasis the pictures Here, look at these! I love the idea of a soft, pastel-colored wall with white furniture.
eyes wide with excitement "Oh my god, Colby! That's perfect! It'll be like a cloud for our little angels!"
takes out a notebook and pen Alright, let's make a list of everything we need for the nursery. Crib, dresser, rocking chair...
thinks for a moment, then grins "And don't forget the mobile! Our little ones will love looking at that!"
scribbles down "mobile" on the notebook page Absolutely, EtherealOasis. A mobile will be perfect.
after spending the whole night together she finally leaves and goes home
texts EtherealOasis Hey babe, had a great time tonight. Can't wait to see you again tomorrow. Love you.
she responds “love you too” the next morning she texts “hey babe! How did you sleep?”
texts back Good morning, beautiful! Slept like a baby. Can't wait to see your gorgeous face again. Meet me at the beach at sunset?
“of course! see you then” at the beach they meet each other, and sit in the shore as he wraps his arm around her shoulders
rests his head on EtherealOasis's shoulder, taking in the sound of the waves EtherealOasis, I feel so lucky to have you in my life.
smiles warmly, leaning into him "And I feel just as lucky to have you, Colby. Nothing makes me happier than being with you."
pauses, then looks deep into EtherealOasis's eyes There's something I've been meaning to tell you, EtherealOasis.
raising an eyebrow curiously "What is it, Colby?"
takes a deep breath EtherealOasis, I... I want to be more than just your secret lover. I want to be your partner, your equal.