He erupted in laughter and reclined on the bed.
When Laura returned from the childrenâs room, her neck sore from the effort, she exclaimed, âIâm exhausted! Tutoring the kids is really draining!â
Noticing Edwinâs amused expression, she looked puzzled and inquired, âWhatâs going on here?â
Her gaze then fell upon the diapers scattered across the bed, with Leyla in the middle, attempting to offer her one as well.
It was in a childâs nature to share their most prized possessions with those they loved, thinking if Laura wore the diaper, she wouldnât need to leave the bed at night to pee pee.
The sight brought a smile to Lauraâs face, amused by Leylaâs earnest efforts.
As Laura moved to embrace Leyla, Edwin intercepted her, pulling her into his arms.
Their lips met in a gentle kiss, starting softly before deepening with passion as his tongue explored her mouth, his touch affectionate and intimate.
Leylaâs eyes widened in bewilderment.
What on earth were they doing?
A N G E L A âs L I B R A R Y
Lauraâs attention faltered under Leylaâs watchful eyes.
Meanwhile, Edwinâs hands had already begun to unbutton her shirt.
Sensing his eagerness, she placed a hand on his shoulder and murmured, âThereâs a little girl here.
â
Edwin paused, his gaze meeting hers.
Despite his desire, Lauraâs soft voice urged caution.
âLetâs wait until sheâs asleep,â she suggested gently.
His eyes flickered to Leyla before he nodded in agreement.
Leyla immediately lay still, her belly exposed.
Edwin leaned in to kiss his wife, his voice tender.
âSheâs adorable! Laura, when weâre not so busy, we should consider having another child.
A close-knit couple like us should expand the family.
â
Laura playfully punched his arm, and he grinned, nuzzling her neck affectionately.
After a moment, he eased off her and observed as she put away Leylaâs diapers and tucked the little girl in.
The little girt, curled up with a plushy in her arms, appeared to be fast asleep.
âThat was quick! She fell asleep in no time,â Edwin remarked.
Bathed in the soft glow of the lamp, Laura looked serene as she whispered, âSheâs pretending.
Sheâs still awake.
â
Edwin couldnât resist tickling Leyla, eliciting giggles from her.
He then kissed her cheek gently.
âTime for bed.
Itâs late.
â
With care, he cradled the little girl in his arms, reminiscent of how he used to put Scott and Myrna to sleep.
Observing the heartwarming scene, Laura couldnât help but feel a surge of emotion.
Edwin, now 40 years old, was still such a loving father.
She leaned in and plucked a gray hair from his head.
âYouâve got a gray hair,â she noted softly.