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“Me too,” I tell her, pulling her size off the shelf. “Now, come back here. I have something that will make him choke on his tongue,” I add with a wink, leading her over to the more risqué section. When I find Emma lurking by, I opt for another route. “Come back to the stock room. I have a few extra pieces back there I can show you without prying eyes.”
When Cindy chooses a few pieces to try on, I set her up in one of the dressing rooms and tell her I’ll be right back. Free is helping Lexi and Payton in the more risqué section, and I quickly spy Meghan, Abby, and Jaime where I didn’t expect them: the maternity section.
“Well, I was expecting to see one of you over here, but the other two are a shock,” I state quietly. I knew Meghan and her new husband, Nick, were expecting already, but the others are a welcomed surprised.
Abby smiles wide, but whispers, “We just found out and are planning on telling everyone tomorrow at the barbecue.”
My own smile matches hers. “I’m so happy for you.” I pull her into a hug before turning to my cousin, Jaime. “And you?”
“Three months,” she boasts proudly. “We just told everyone last weekend.” Jaime pulls out her cell phone and pulls up a picture. Her two-year-old daughter, Amelia, is standing there, wearing an “I’m the big sister” T-shirt and an excited grin.
“Wonderful news,” I tell her, pulling her into a hug too.
“And Lexi is too, even though they haven’t told anyone.” I turn quickly to find Aunt Emma standing behind us.
“How do you know?” Abby asks as we discretely glance over to where her twin sister stands.
“Pssh, Grandma knows everything, Abbers. Especially when things come to the sex. I’m practically a master, you know,” she says, nodding my way. “Back when I taught Sex Ed to a bunch of high schoolers, they called me the human pregnancy test. I could spot the knocked up girls way before anyone else.”
“You taught Sex Ed?” I ask, wondering how in the world I didn’t know this.
“Back in the day when a banana was used for more than just good health. Did you know I could roll on a condom blindfolded and with my hands tied behind my back?”
“Uhh…” I start, not really knowing what to say. The mental image that just flashed in my mind isn’t pretty.
“It’s a talent,” she replies with a shrug before turning and walking away to browse.
“Grandma has a colorful past. I’m not exactly sure why we’re surprised by any of it, but for some reason, she always shocks us with something wild and crazy,” Abby confirms.
“Okay, so…”
“Anyway, I think I’m going to get this,” Jaime says, distracting us all from the weirdness that ensued moments prior.
“That’s a great choice. The material will work well for a growing midsection,” I assure, noting the way the baby doll waist gathers just below the breasts.
“Plus, it’s short. Now that I’m out of the first trimester, my libido is revving at max capacity. There won’t be much material in the way of me getting what I want,” Jaime replies with a smug grin.
“And that would be the construction worker’s D,” Aunt Emma hollers from across the room, making everyone stop and turn our direction.
“Thank you, Grandma, for clarifying,” Jaime quips.
“Her hearing is really good,” Abby whispers, letting me know how the older woman was able to hear our conversation all the way across the room.
A giggle slips from my mouth. “There’s matching panties on that shelf there,” I mention, pointing Jaime toward the stack of satin panties in all sizes.
“Thanks,” she replies, heading the few feet away to continue her shopping.
“I like this one,” Abby says, pulling the dark red negligée off the rack, her cheeks blushing a matching color.
“That’s gorgeous! It’ll look amazing with your hair,” I say, noting my cousin’s long, gorgeous dark hair.
Abby’s blush is prominent. “It’s like nothing I’ve ever worn before, to be honest, but I really think Levi will love it.”
“Of course he will,” I assure. “He’s married to a beautiful woman, inside and out.” The truth is, Abby reminds me a lot of Marissa. A subtle beauty she doesn’t even realize she possesses. But all it takes is the love of a good man to bring out the confidence that’s there somewhere. Marissa changed when she met Rhenn, all for the better. He helped her break out of her shell and dotes on her every second of every day. They complement each other so much you can’t help but root for them.
“Thanks,” she says, a shy smile spreading across her face. “Can I try it on?”
“Of course,” I reply, helping make sure she has the right size and steering her toward the unoccupied dressing room.
