When Love Breaks by Jack

Chapter 663

When Gregory announced he was visiting a church for a special reason, I couldn’t help but burst into laughter.

My mom shook her head in resignation, “It’s all my fault as a mother-in-law. I’ve put too much pressure on him.” Christine, hands tucked in her pockets, teased, “Looks like you’ve got competition for Gregory’s love now.” “And to think he was such a firm believer in science over faith,” I mused.

“Don’t you start causing trouble,” she chided.

I scoffed, “He’s doing it all for our daughter. I couldn’t be happier.”

But I’ll admit, Gregory’s actions seemed a bit over the top.

Sure, a name is important, but did it warrant such a grand gesture?

I planned to have a heart-to-heart with him when he got back.

Instead, he slipped a bracelet onto my wrist.

“This is more than just a charm, Edith. It’s protection against all calamities.”

I was speechless.

Touched, I let my guard down.

man who once thought he was above it all was now seeking

Quite the turnaround.

me you went to pick a name for the baby, and you come back

piece of paper, carefully unfolding it and handing it to

neat letters, was the name

easy to remember, and would surely save her

I actually liked it.

little one, “Daddy picked this out for us. Do you like it?” She

to speak her mind freely, without fear. As long as she follows her heart, I’ll always be there to

“You’re spoiling her already. What if

kissed my forehead,

it’s up

to keep us grounded

and I don’t

…

returned from the maternity center to Elmwood

The place was transformed.

redecorated, adding all sorts of children’s items. Stepping inside, I barely knew

flowers,

at her, then turned to

park inside.