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Chapter 19: New Beginnings
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2026-03-25 21:11:38
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Derek's POV - One Year LaterEmily's first birthday party is chaos in the best possible way. Our backyard is filled with friends and family, a bouncy castle that Jake insisted we needed, and enough presents to stock a small toy store. My daughter is currently smashing cake into her face with a grin that lights up my entire world."She's going to be on a sugar high for days," Vanessa says, appearing at my side with a glass of wine. "And you're dealing with bedtime.""Worth it." I wrap my arm around her waist, pulling her close. "Look how happy she is."Emily squeals and throws a handful of cake, hitting Marcus's girlfriend Jessica square in the chest. Marcus apologizes profusely while Jessica just laughs and wipes it off."I can't believe we're doing this," Vanessa says quietly. "Getting married again in two hours.""Having second thoughts?" I'm teasing but there's a kernel of genuine concern."About marrying you? Never. About doing it in front of all these people while wearing a white
Chasing My Stripper Ex Wife Chapter 19: New Beginnings
Vanessa's POVThree months later, I'm standing in the living room of our new house, surrounded by moving boxes and feeling the baby kick for the first time. It's a strange flutter, like butterflies but stronger, and I call out for Derek before I can stop myself."She's moving," I say when he appears from the kitchen where he's been unpacking dishes. "Derek, she's really moving."He drops what he's doing and rushes over, placing his hand on my bump. We stand there frozen for a minute, waiting, and then it happens again—a definite kick right against his palm."Holy shit," he breathes, his eyes wide with wonder. "She kicked me.""Language," I scold automatically, though I'm grinning. "We need to start being careful about what we say around her.""She's still in the womb, I think we're safe for a few more months." But he's looking at my stomach like it contains the secret to the universe. "Do it again, Emily. Kick for daddy."Nothing happens and I laugh. "I don't think she takes requests
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