Page 42 of Capo Baby, All Of Your Heart Will Do

“Next week, Chris and I will get the ultrasound, and I can’t wait,” I say, walking to the sofa, taking a seat.

“Yes, I can’t wait for you to show me the picture,” Heather says, sitting next to me.

“Babe, would you like something to drink,” Sam asks, looking at Heather.

“Yes, wine would be great,” Heather says, smiling.

“Oh my, I wish I could drink,” I say, rubbing my tummy.

“Oh, don’t whine; it’s worth it,” Heather scoffs, rolling her eyes.

The next minute everyone starts arriving, but my Dad. That’s ok; I hope that he shows up later.

“Baby,” Chris says, walking over to me, pulling me up into a hug, kissing me deeply.

I pull back, holding onto his arms, smiling.

“Hi Hun,” Mamma says, walking over to hug me.

I turn to hug her, kissing her cheek.

“Hi Mamma,” I say, feeling the soft heat spread throughout my face.

“Hey, Noelle, when are your other friends coming,” Nicola asks, grabbing a beer from the bar.

“They should be here in a minute,” I say, shaking my head.

“Mamma, can I get you something to drink,” I ask, smiling.

“Yes, Hun, wine would be nice,” Mamma says, taking a seat.

“I’ll get it,” Chris says, kissing my temple.

“Thanks,” I say, taking a seat.

Chris gets the glass of wine to his Mamma and then turns to look at me.

“I would like to take a moment,” Chris says, looking at me.

Everyone stops talking, turns to look at him. I look at him, waiting to hear what he has to say.

“Baby,” Chris says, dropping to one knee.

“Ah,” I gasp, clasping my hands, wide-eyed.

“Baby, Noelle, you’re everything to me; you complete me, give me peace, and light up my soul. I need you forever in my life. Will you marry me,” Chris asks, smiling?

Chris slides his hand into his slacks' pocket and pulls out an engagement ring, extending his hand, the diamond sparkles with the flickering of the fire in the fireplace.

“Oh my, yes,” I say, watching him slide the ring on my hand.

“I love you, Noelle! You’re everything, and all I want is you forever,” Chris says, standing pulls me from the sofa.

He wraps his arms around me, gazes into my eyes, smiling.

“I love you, Chris! Capo Baby, all of your heart will do forevermore,” I say, teary-eyed.

Chris kisses me, pulling me closer.