Chapter 663 Don't Worry, I'm Here

Lucas wanted to bundle me up before we stepped out, piling on the layers until I looked and felt like a walking marshmallow. My belly was already announcing my pregnancy, and the extra clothes did not help. He seemed pretty proud of his work, leading me out the door. In the car, I tried to get comfortable in the back seat. Despite my efforts, I felt bulky and awkward. I could not help grumbling at him, "This baby thing is such a hassle. I've never been this heavy before. I'm starting a diet tomorrow." He shot me a serious look, "Yvette, have you ever seen a pregnant lady on a diet?" Not in the mood for a lecture, I shot back, "Well, you're looking at one." That got a laugh out of him. "Dieting now could be risky for you and the baby. You're not overweight. You're perfect just the way you are." Typical. I did not expect him to pull out the old comforting lines. Nevertheless, there they were. I gave him a side-eye and went back to gazing out the window, lost in thought. I had figur