Thanks for all the reviews for this little story of mine. I was thinking of continuing it past this chapter, but got sidetracked by other stories so I'm calling it complete for now. Everyone familiar belongs to Janet.

Stephanie unlocked the door and I carried Olivia and our things inside. Ella and my mother are chomping at the bit to get their hands on my women, so alone time will be scarce from this point on.

Steph had our kid unbuckled and was walking her through the apartment to the animal-themed nursery I scrambled to arrange.

"Welcome to your new home, Olivia Adora Manoso. I promise, you're going to love it here as much as I do." Then she turned to me, her eyes going even softer. "Happy birthday a day early, Ranger."

I pressed my lips first to our daughter's head, then took Steph's mouth in a hard kiss. I've already accepted the gift she's given me ... knowing I'll never need another one.