James stood back, watching the scene unfold. The neighbors’ words swirled in his mind, adding weight to the doubt he’d been carrying since the baby’s birth. Unusual. Surprising. Doesn’t look like us. He tried to shake it off, but the thoughts clung to him like a shadow.
The visit dragged on as Claire and Don chatted about everything from the weather to the baby’s weight at birth. Susy managed to keep the conversation flowing, but James could see the strain in her posture. When they finally said their goodbyes, she practically sagged with relief.