Proserpina

I left the hospital, my heart full of joy and some trepidation. How would Lucien react?

My buddy Grace had reacted by throwing her arms around me and sobbing in joy. I made her promise not to tell her lover Danielle till I had spoken to Lucien, at least, to make sure he did not get to know from her. I wanted to surprise my husband.

We returned home. I was barely aware of the drive. When I got down from the large SUV, Beatrice was at the door, wringing her hands. ...