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Is that even a question?

A couple of minutes later, I’ve undressed, and I climb into the bath, snapping a picture of my upper half, which is covered only by bubbles.

I forward it to Silas and wait for his unhinged response.

Silas

I’m currently dressed as a cowboy with an annoying-as-fuck groom-to-be who won’t stop talking about the record he set on the mechanical bull tonight. Stay right there. I’m on my way over.

Me

Don’t you dare! You need to go the distance with the guys tonight. I’ll see you tomorrow after my shift.

Silas

You literally work every hour under the sun. You know that’s not necessary, right?

Me

I love my job.

Silas

But it’s not necessary. Not when I can look after you both in every way you need. Just say the word.

Speaking of … how’s my baby?

Shifting some of the bubbles to one side, I snap a picture of my stomach and send it to him.

Me

Making me burp … all the fucking time. But they say, “Hey, Daddy.”

Silas

I genuinely don’t think I’ve ever seen anything more beautiful in my life. I’m so proud to be your boyfriend and for us to be starting a family together—you know that?

Me

How many beers have you had?

Silas

Zero.

Me

What? Why? I thought Coach gave you all a free pass tonight?

Silas

He did, but I didn’t want to drink alcohol. That way, I can drive to your place whenever I want.

Me

You’re obsessed.

Silas