It slipped her mind that the baby couldn't still see, and was unaware of what was happening. But Leena felt awkward being so intimate with her husband in front of the baby. Kevin stopped and held his wife at arm's length, drinking in the sight of her, before it hit him.
"Richard? The baby's name is Richard?" he asked. Finally, he released Leena. Hearing his son's name felt strange.
"Yes, that's right," she replied. Leena brushed back her sleep-mussed hair. "I forgot to tell you that he is Richard, our son. Dad gave him the name. It sounds perfect. How do you like it?" she spoke quickly. Whenever she talked about the baby, Leena was always delighted.
"Not bad. But..." Kevin slightly frowned. He blew out a breath. The early bird indeed catches the worm. Obviously, in this case, the early bird was his father. Kevin had wanted to name his son. But Nathan beat him to it. Wait! Their son? A boy? Justin must be extremely depressed! The little boy had told Kevin how much he wanted a baby girl. So, he didn't get his wish after all.
"But what?" Leena prodded him. "I think it's a good name." She pursed her lips, so they curved into a smile. The name was like a gift from their father.
"Good? Not at all. I doubt it," Kevin remarked. He was busy inspecting his wife. Her figure was fuller after giving birth. And she looked charming and sexier.
Oblivious to Kevin's lustful looks, Leena laughed. "Don't be unreasonable. It's a good name. And all of us think it is, so, you're outnumbered," she taunted. Sometimes, Kevin behaved like a child, like he wanted to pick a fight with another kid, and this was annoying.
"A good name will leave a good impression. I want nothing but good health and happiness for our boy," Kevin said. He turned to look at the crib again and stared at the tiny human being lying there. His wish for his son was simple. Happiness and good health were what mattered most.
"I like his name. It sounds gentle but strong," Leena said. She held Kevin by the waist, and looked into his eyes, forcing him to agree with her.
"Nana, can we stop quarreling about the name? I just got here. Isn't there anything you want to tell me?" he sighed helplessly. Arguing about the baby's name was a waste of time, and Kevin had other things in mind. They had been apart for too long.
Inhaling deeply, she cried out, "Say what? That your son and I miss you very much?" All the pain she suffered during childbirth was worth it as along as she had her husband back safe.
"Did you hate me very much when you were giving birth? I'm truly sorry I couldn't be there for you then," he said apologetically. He touched his forehead to hers. Kevin heard how painful giving birth was, and women usually cursed their husbands with terrible words. He wondered if Leena did the same.
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