Chapter 336The hardness in his face evaporated, replaced by a profound, paternal tenderness.“And you,” Matthew said softly, stepping toward her. “How is the little one?”Carmen gave a small, fragile smile. “We’re both still here, sir.”Matthew shook his head, taking her hand in both of his. “None of that ‘sir’ business. You are an Evans now. Which means you and that baby are my responsibility. You aren't alone in this, Carmen. Not ever.”Carmen’s eyes overflowed then, and she gave a tiny, nodding sob.Ava rushed into the space next, nearly tackling me. “You don’t get to die on your honeymoon, Elena! That is a gross violation of our friendship contract!” She was half-laughing, half-sobbing, her hands frantically checking my pulse out of habit.“I’ll try to keep future vacations more boring,” I joked, though my voice was shaky.Then, there was Liam. He stood back, his hands shoved deep into his pockets, looking like a man who still wasn't sure he deserved to be in the frame.
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