Chapter Twenty-Four
RIVER
“I miss you so much,” I tell Natalie, standing in front of my phone so she can see how big my belly is getting. I’ve been trying to FaceTime with her as much as possible, so she can be involved, too. When we chat like this, it’s almost as if she’s here with me, which helps comfort the anxiety that creeps up every once in a while.
“You’re the cutest pregnant woman I’ve ever seen! Nothing but belly. I’m not even kidding. I hope to look half as good as you when I start popping out Adam’s spawns.” Natalie’s been gushing about how great I look during the entire call, and I find it quite comforting considering I feel like a blimp these days.
“You’re just saying that because you’re my best friend,” I quip with a big smile, turning to the side. “Tell me about the wedd
