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“That’s because we didn’t want to ruin the surprise.” She smiled. “Your dad was going crazy not being able to see you. He was driving me crazy, so I suggested a quick trip to Paris for one dinner so he could see for himself that you and Jake were okay.”
“Thank you, Mom. You have no idea how happy I am to see the two of you. I’ve missed you.”
“We missed you too. Come on. Let’s get back to the table before your father comes looking for us.”
I laughed as we made our way back to the table. We had one of the best nights in Paris with my parents. Some might think seeing your parents while you’re on your honeymoon is weird. But for Jake and me, it wasn’t. We welcomed it, and we were happy they came. The next day, they flew back toNew York, and Jake and I continued our honeymoon for one more week.
Life returned back to normal after our honeymoon. Jake and I were settled in our new home and settled in our jobs. I saw my dad every day, and he couldn’t have been happier. We had dinner with them twice a week. One night at my apartment and one night at the penthouse. Sometimes, we made it three nights a week, and we out to dinner. My life was perfect, and I couldn’t have asked for anything more. I was married to the love of my life and had the best family in the world.
A few months after our honeymoon, I discovered that I was pregnant. It certainly wasn’t planned, but it happened, and Jake and I were so happy. I waited to tell my parents when we were having dinner one night at the penthouse. My dad was pouring the wine and handed me a glass.
“No thanks, Dad,” I said.
“Why? You always have wine with your dinner.”
“I just don’t feel like having any tonight,” I said as my mom looked at me and smiled.
“Julia Rose, is there something you want to tell us?” she asked.
Jake walked over to me, took my hand, and smiled.
“Mom, Dad, we’re having a baby!”
My mom put her hands over her mouth in excitement. “Oh my God, Julia,” she said as she walked over and hugged me. “Congratulations.”
I looked at my dad as he stood there with tears in his eyes. He held out his arms, and I walked over to him. He hugged me so tightly that I felt like I couldn’t breathe.
“Congratulations, princess. I can’t believe it. I thought the two of you were going to wait?”
“We were, but it just happened.” Jake smiled.
“Are you happy, Dad?” I asked as I looked at him.
“Of course I am. I couldn’t be any happier. The thought of a child running around here again makes me very happy.” He smiled.
This was my life, from growing up as Julia Rose Black, daughter of billionaire Connor Black, to being Mrs. Jake Jensen and soon-to-be mother. My life was fulfilled, and now it was time to start my own family and teach my children about life the same way my parents had taught me.