thepartysovernow
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Happily Ever After Him, the sequel to After Him.
"You're okay," I whispered, wrapping my arms around him, holding him as tightly as he needed. "I've got you."
His cries slowed, his breath hitching in soft, shuddering gasps. I could feel the tension melting from his little body, the way he pressed closer, as if making sure I was really here. Maggie lingered in the doorway, watching, hesitant. "I'll get a towel," she murmured before slipping away. I kissed the top of Alfie's head, still cradling him against me. "You found me, buddy. I'm right here."
And somehow, that was all he needed.
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