Page 10 of Surgeon's Surprise Baby
She was tempted.Ryan was the only person she knew in Marietta.It would be foolish not to let him introduce her to some of his friends.“All right, as long as you realize it’s not a date.”
“Got it.Saturday night.I’ll pick you two up around five thirty.”
“Do you have a car seat?”
“I do and it’s all set up and buckled in.”
“That was quick.”
“I ordered it the day I met Sophie.”
That surprised her.“You already knew—” She broke off, unsure what to say.
“Did you think I’d deny that I’m her father?”
“N-no.”
“You did.What kind of man do you think I am?”
He sounded angry.What did he expect?“I think you’re the type of man who never stays long in one place or with one woman.”
“We were together for almost two years.”
She shrugged.“Yes, and you had no trouble leaving, did you?I had no idea how you’d react to having a baby sprung on you.”
“If that’s what you think of me why the hell were you even with me?”
He had a point.She was letting her pain over the breakup color all her reactions.She knew Ryan was a decent guy and had known it from the start.“I’m sorry.That was uncalled for.I just meant I was nervous how you’d react.You have to admit it was a big surprise to spring on you.”
He seemed mollified.“Yes, it was a surprise.But it wasn’t unwelcome.”
“Are you sure about that?”
He shoved a hand through his hair before looking at her.“I never thought I’d have a child.But now that I do and I’ve seen her, held her… It’s like nothing I ever thought would happen for me.”
“Why?”Before he could answer she heard Sophie cry.“I’ll be back.Unless you’d like to come change her diaper.”She didn’t expect he would, but he surprised her again.
“I need to learn sometime if I’m going to take care of her.”
“Come on, then.”She led the way back to her bedroom.“The construction crew is coming tomorrow to start on things.I’ll keep her with me at least until they’ve finished with her room.”She wasn’t at all sure she’d be ready for Sophie to have her own room even after they finished.
Once there she picked her up and gave her to Ryan.“The changing table is right here and should have everything.Do you know how to change a diaper?”
“Not a clue.But I’m a fast learner.”
Aria showed him what to do, unsurprised when he caught on quickly.After all, it wasn’t rocket science.But she had to admit, the sight of Ryan so focused on the baby did funny things to her heart.Especially when after he finished, he picked her up and cuddled her.
“What now?”he asked.
“Would you like to feed her?”
“I thought you were nursing?”
“I am.I’ve been pumping so I’d have extra for when we go out.It’s easier than sitting in the truck or trying to find a quiet place to nurse.”
“I’d like to feed her.”
“All right.Sit in the rocker and I’ll go get it ready.”On the way to get the bottle she lectured herself.He’s interested in the baby.Not you.Remember that.
