PeachesofTeal

LRPD - sneak peek - part ten

Added 2025-07-18 01:22:33 +0000 UTC

second sneak peek since I am behind on getting this up.

“You have a booster seat.” You give him a disbelieving look, voice flat.

“Yeah. My nephew is here, I keep one in the car for when they come over.” He carefully herded you all the out of the hospital and into the garage to his car, Riley asleep in his arms, keeping you in his line of sight at all times. You’re ready to bolt, but at the same time you seem to know you wouldn’t make it very far.

“Oh.” You hesitate, licking your lips and glancing at the backseat again. “Is that who came to the NICU the other day? Your uh, your nephew? And his mom?”

“Yeah, they live in Manchester, where I’m from.” He motions to the door, but you don’t budge.

“Is she your sister then?”

“My brother’s widow.” You lock up.

“Oh.” There’s an uncertainty in it, hesitance, and your eyes linger on Riley as you clear your throat. “I’m sorry.”

“Thank you.” He doesn’t share the rest, keeps it close for now. There will be time for all of it, but this moment is about you, and Riley, and making sure you’re taken care of.