I shift my gaze to the window. Just like her niece, this woman sees too damn much. “I wasn’t aware I hired you as my therapist.”
Annie chuckles. “I have to earn my keep somehow, don’t I?”
“I would prefer you just put your feet up and relax. Enjoy your golden years.”
“I won’t be able to enjoy anything until I know my Nat is happy. That is my only priority. You’ll understand in a few months—the moment you set eyes on those baby girls.”
I do the mental calculations in my head. She’s right: in only a couple months, I’ll be a father. The hair on the back of my neck stands on end.
“Did you ever consider that maybe Natalia is better off without me in her life?”
Annie snorts. “Honey, she’s carrying your children. That ship has sailed and the two of you are adrift at sea.” She does kick her f
