Conversations In The Dark

Chapter 8

Brooke smiled warmly at the sight of the room Karen and Keith put together. At their home.

(Is it too much?) Keith asked.

(It's not at all. We love that you and Karen want to be so involved.) Brooke replied.

(We want to have as big of a part in the boys life as you and Lucas are open too.) Karen added in.

(They are going to know and love. Grandma Karen and grandpa Keith.) Brooke reassured them.

At 25 weeks pregnant. The babies were so much more active now. And responded when they heard voices.

(The two of you will be wonderful. As long as you work as a team. And remember what matters the most. It will be the greatest time in you're life.) Karen advised.

(Now let's get you and babies something to eat.) Keith insisted.

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Lucas closed the door to his office.

(I wanted to talk about what life will look like going forward. At least in an ideal situation. I'm you've heard about my wife being pregnant?) Lucas questioned.

(I have.) Glen Mitchell replied.

Lucas looked to his editor.

(I want to take some time off. After she has the babies.)

(6 months to a year.) Lucas announced.

Glen glared at him. (That is way too long. It just isn't possible.)

(You're the top writer here. My best client.)

(How about 6 to 10 weeks?) Glen replied.

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