Chapter 185 : For the Love of a Boy

Becca.

The next day, I was well rested. My mind was clear from the argument I had with James followed by the intense s*x we'd had to make up.

I had a few hours to kill before we'd head back to court, and in that time, I wanted to give Alessandro some attention.

I entered the nursery, walking up to the crib and smiling down at him. At the moment, he was asleep, peaceful, and with the hint of a smile.

Some of his toys were snuggled in there next to him, and I found my heart fluttering at the sight of a happy baby.

Only a minute later, however, his eyes opened and fixed on me. When he smiled, my world lit up.

The small child giggled and reached toward me, making grabby hands. “F*ck! F*ck!" he said, causing me to furrow my brow, smirk, and shake my head.

I leaned down and took the baby into my arms, ……