Sweet Pea (Bradga)

We're gonna figure it out

He was in the shower when Stefani sat on the piano bench with little Lea on her lap and played a few tunes. The baby was quite fascinated by the sounds and also banged randomly on the keys a few times.

Just like that sweet pea! You must have been practicing secretly, hum?

She gave her a kiss on the head and inhaled the sweet baby smell mixed with Bradley's perfume. It smelled so familiar, like him.
For a brief moment, she just sat there staring into space, her head at the person who was just using her shower and whose baby she had on her lap. She loved Lea, as much as she'd love her own child, and sometimes that's exactly what hurt her a little.
It wasn't until the little one moved and she felt her shirt getting wet that she woke up from her trance and looked down at her. The baby had been sucking on her shirt at the level of her breast, which made her smile.

Are you hungry, huh? I'm sorry, I don't have anything for you. I'll have to ask your daddy where he put your bottles.

With Lea in her arms, casually perched on her hip, she walked over to the bathroom and knocked on the door.

B, where are Lea's bottles?

What?

Where are Lea's bottles?

She had really only expected an answer and not that Bradley would open the door. He noticed her scrutinizing look as he tried to hide at least his lower half behind the door so as not to make the situation too awkward. His wet hair dripped, even managed to make Stefani shirt even more wet.

What did you say? I didn't hear you.

I asked you where you put her bottles, I think she's hungry.

Stefani looked at him with a funny face as she pointed out the spot on the shirt, which was right on her chest.

I tried to explain to her that she doesn't get milk from my breasts, but unfortunately that doesn't change our main problem.

Surprised, but still laughing a little, his gaze changed between his daughter and Stefani.

Everything is in the backpack in the hallway. Two bottles are already filled and only need to be warmed up. Burp cloths are in the back zipper compartment if you need any. I'll be right with you.

Thank you.

Their eyes met for a brief moment until the door closed again and Stefani took the items out of the backpack. It took a few minutes for the bottle to get warm enough and in that time Bradley finished showering as well. Stefani who was standing in front of Lea, who was sitting on the kitchen counter with her help, felt two hands around her and he looked over her shoulder to make some faces for Lea so that she had the sweet smile on her face again.

If you're feeding her, I'll take care of the bed real quick. Is that okay?

Bradley nodded, taking Lea over and stroking her hair once, as Stefani went upstairs.

Are you having a good time with Stef? She's great, isn't she? You might even get to cuddle with her tonight if you ask real nice. Well, you probably can without asking, unlike your daddy.

As if she had understood his words, she started to grin widely again, so that Bradley had to smile, too. When he thought about it, the moment was almost perfect right now.
About 10 minutes later the baby was fed and the guest bed was made, ready to sleep. Lea's eyes kept falling shut, she wanted to stay awake, but she couldn't. After Stefani had sung her a song, she was completely asleep.

Sweet dreams my little one!

Sleep well little pea!

Together they put Lea on the big bed, a few pillows and blankets around her so she couldn't fall off and a cell phone with Facetime next to her to check if everything was okay.