And, considering that I never thought I’d ever get to be a father, forgive me if I’m a little happier about it than you,” he said.Emotion washed...through Caroline so quickly she leaned back from him.“Are you using your powers on me right now?” she asked.“No, why?”“Because all of a sudden I want to kiss you.”“Well, I want to kiss you, too,” he said. “But I’m not projecting anything.”“You’re really happy about the baby?”“Very much so, though I could have done without all the drama it’s caused in. It'sskirt was tight with four box pleats, two in front, two at the back. Itcame with a matching short sleeved jacket that made the whole outfit evencuter but I figured I was going to spend enough as it was."Everything ready, monsieur," she said, taking my credit card, "Will yoube wearing this dress to the salon?" Actually, I'd rather change back to my previous clothes," I said."Of course. This dress is maybe too festive," she said and handed me apaper bag, "Here are your other clothes."It was. “Don’t move,” her dad was saying as I tried to reach for it. “I’ll get it.”He moved to the other side of the chair and crouched down to reach for it. His face was right next to my thigh and his eyes traveled the length of my legs, over my bare stomach and stopped not-so-discreetly at my breasts.As he stood, I took in his stocky build, the hairy chest, and a deep tan that likely came from working outside. Not usually my type, but there was something primal about him that made me want to bend. I guess we just click on that level. I hope she doesn’t get mad at me.Maybe she can explain Cindy, too. I should have expected that. For four months, we’ve treated her like a member of the pod. Of course, she’d become one. And with our music, I spend as much or more time with her than with anyone else in the group. I’m expecting a long talk with Mom about how to treat her. I think Mom and Dad have planned dinner with Mark and Betty again this week while the pod is all gathered out at.