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He wrapped his arm around my shoulders and held me close. I closed my eyes and said a little prayer for Mia and Elio.
Stefano gently nudged me awake and I jumped, surprised that I’d been able to fall asleep. I glanced up at him and he inclined his head toward the door. I followed his gaze to Sienna heading toward us. We all stood and hurried to meet her.
“Is...” I started and Sienna smiled.
“Mia and the baby are good. Everyone is good. They are out of the woods.”
My shoulders slumped as I blew out a breath of relief and sagged against Stefano’s chest. “Oh, thank God.”
“When can we see them?” my father asked.
“I can take you in now, just a couple at a time but only for a few minutes. We want to give them some time to recover and bond.”
“Of course. After you get to see them, why don’t I treat everyone to something to eat?” Stefano said, giving me a happy little squeeze.
“That sounds great. And so generous. Thank you.” I lifted up on my toes and gave him a small peck on the cheek.
“Why don’t I take you three first?” Sierra motioned to my father, Nic, and myself and I grinned excitedly.
“I’ll be back soon.” I squeezed Stefano’s hand.
“Take your time. It’s a big moment.” He gave me a reassuring nod and I beamed at him before letting go to follow the others.
After two turns and countless hospital room doors, we finally stopped in front of Mia’s room. My father knocked quietly, and we waited.
“Come in,” Teo called out quietly.
“Ciao,” I greeted them happily, leaning in to give Teo a hug and kissed his cheeks before doing the same to Mia. “How are you feeling?”
“Groggy, but so blessed.”
“The doctor gave her some pain meds to help after the c-section,” Teo explained.
“And this must be my grandson,” Papa said proudly as he gazed down at the tiny baby wrapped in Mia’s arms.
“Oh, he’s adorable,” I said in awe.
“Well done, brother,” Nic stepped up to shake Teo’s hand.
“Mia did all the hard work.”
“I have no doubt about that,” Nic teased.
Teo chuckled and cleared his throat, changing to a more official tone. “We would like to formally introduce you three to Elio Abramo Venturi.”
“Abramo,” I gasped and grinned at Mia. “You used your father’s name.”
“He was already getting our last name. We wanted to honor Mia’s family as well.” Teo radiated with pride.
“That is a good, strong name.” Papa never took his eyes off Elio.
“Can I hold him?” I asked timidly.
“Of course.” Mia smiled and she passed him to me carefully. “Just make sure to support the head.”
I cradled him in my arms and grinned down at my beautiful little nephew. “Ciao, Eli. I’m your zia.”
Chapter 3
