SADIE BARR

Comp. Lit & Creative Writing Graduate. Published Writer.

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viktortakata​:

“I think we all may need a nap first.” VIk chuckles, shaking his head. He may have overdone it on the pancakes, but having Sadie over for breakfast had been a special treat. “Definitely later. I say we let Lei watch a few cartoons while I clean up. Please help yourself to more coffee…and to keep me company in the kitchen, if you feel so inclined. Though I don’t blame you if you’d rather go watch cartoons.” 

Sadie loved moments like this, small captures of father and daughter dynamic. At first she felt like an intruder but more and more she just felt lucky to be welcomed to witness the interactions. Viktor was an amazing dad and Lei was just the most captivating little girl she had ever met. Even if she didn’t know quite yet where she fit in this picture, she was just happy to be invited. “I’ll take you on that, I’m sure Lei will come grab us soon enough. I need coffee. Can I help with anything?” The blonde offers, helping Vik carry some plates and trays back to the kitchen. “Do you want me to fix you a cup?” She offers, moving to the coffee machine, quietly asking for permission to make her way around the kitchen. Sadie had always been comfortable around the kitchen. It was the center of some of her fondest memories with her grandma Yael and her cousin Brett. “Were you always this good at making pancakes or did that come with being a dad?” 

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viktortakata​:

“Maybe I’ll share some tricks with you. I mean, you gotta be the cool aunt that makes the best pancakes, right?” Vik asks, grinning softly back at Sadie. He had been so excited to hear her news and honored that she shared it with him. “We can teach each other. I love a good trade.” He adds, reaching over to wipe some syrup off of Lei’s face, telling her to go wash her hands before she can go put on some cartoons. “Alright, you twisted my arm. I’ll try.” Stabbing a bite of pancakes off of Sadie’s plate with his fork, leaning back in his seat while he chews. “Alright, I’m tapping out. I think I got carried away on the pancakes…but lucky for me, Lei doesn’t mind leftovers.”

“Knowing that boy’s parents, it won’t matter if my pancakes are awful. He’ll still eat them!” Sadie laughed but smiled appreciatively at the offer. This side of Viktor was so enthralling. Seeing him be so nurturing and caring wasn’t a surprise, but getting to be part of these intimate moments between father and daughter still manage to take her breath away. She rests her elbows on the table, her fists holding her chin as she watched eventually how both finished her breakfast. “I was going to suggest a nice walk to the park but I think you’re both about to fall into a food coma.” Sadie pursed her lips, amused as she stood up from her seat grabbing the dirty dishes. She placed a kiss on Lei’s head as she walked past her, giving Vik’s shoulders a light squeeze. “Maybe later?” With a wink, she disappears into the kitchen.

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viktortakata​:

“My first love may be books, but I do like to dabble in the kitchen from time to time too.” Vik chuckles, shrugging a bit. Sure, Leilani might not have the most refined palate, but he always tried to introduce her to new things. He was lucky that she wasn’t too picky of an eater. The pancakes are pretty good though, humming in approval as he takes a bite of his own, washing them down with some coffee. “You’ll just have to wait and see! If I told you all of my secrets that wouldn’t be any fun, now would it?”

“I see.” The blonde’s eyes glint with amusement, bright smile lighting her face as she joins father and daughter at the table. She was still happy and over the moon at the news her cousin shared with her the day prior, news she had also shared with Vik over the phone. Spending her morning with him and Lei was just the cherry on the top. Sadie was loving every second of it, the smiles coming easy, the giggles. She didn’t want to be an intruder in this household or come between their routine, but both of them made her feel welcomed. “I’m enjoying finding out little by little.” She agrees, pursing her lips. “I have some of my own too. You’ll see. Especially around the holidays. My cousin and I have plenty of fun around the kitchen. Maybe, if you’re lucky, I’ll teach you a recipe or two. We like to feed people. It’s a family trait.” Her plate was almost empty. She was taking her time, feeling so full but not wanting to set a bad example for Lei which probably didn’t really matter since the girl had already devoured her breakfast. “Any chance you can help me here? I promise I’ll take care of the dishes!”

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viktortakata​:

Lei had rushed to the door the moment the doorbell had rung and Vik quickly followed after her, greeting Sadie with a smile. “Hey! What a surprise!” He says teasingly, biting his lip for a moment at the kiss to his cheek. “Come on in, make yourself at home. Let me get glasses for the juice and a vase for those beautiful flowers.” Vik replies, motioning for Sadie to take a seat at the table. “Here we are.” Returning with glasses of OJ, he sets them down, turning to grab the pancakes, placing a couple on each of their plates. “Eat ‘em while they’re hot! I put extra chocolate chips in them for us, ssh.” 

Sadie couldn’t help but smile at the little girl and her dad, playfully slapping Vik’s chest as his teasing once he let her in. She was sure she was blushing on the spot where he kissed her cheek even if she tried not to; she couldn’t help it. Leaving her bag near the sofa, Sadie followed after Lei to the table, looking up from her conversation when Viktor came back with breakfast. “Oh, this looks delicious!” The blonde admitted, offering a quiet thank you at her host as he joined them. “Smells even better, too!” Sadie didn’t feel so terrible for crashing breakfast now. She was excited to see both Lei and Vik. “I can keep a secret.” The blonde whispered back. “But if she finds out, it’s all on you, buddy!” Winking in his direction as she brought some of the pancakes to her mouth, immediately pulling a hand to cover her mouth as she nodded in approval. “Oh, these are good. What other secret talents are you hiding?”

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viktortakata​:

“I think Lei would be thrilled. Feel free to show up in your pjs…I’m sure she’d get a kick out of that. It can be a pajama party!” Vik replies with a soft chuckle, amused. “Well we’ll see you tomorrow for pancakes then. I’m looking forward to it. Text me when you’re on your way so I can start the pancakes, yeah? So they’ll be fresh and hot when you get here.” He adds, smiling into his phone a bit. It felt nice to me making plans with Sadie like this. Things were really going well between them so far. “I guess that means I should let you get to bed soon then, huh? I promise there will be coffee tomorrow to make up for it.” 

Sadie didn’t want to interrupt family time or breakfast, but she also couldn’t pass the opportunity to spend time with both Vik and Lei when invited. She also didn’t want to show up empty handed so she picked up a small bouquet of wild flowers on her way over and fresh pressed orange juice for the table. As they had agreed to the night before, Sadie texted when she was on her way, ringing the doorbell and smiling as she heard small feet running towards the door. There was no reason for her to be nervous but she still was, every time, except her excitement managed to overpower it. “It smells delicious here! Good morning!” The blonde chimed as the door gave way, offering the flowers to Lei. She was still a little careful around the girl so when she moved to kiss Vik good morning, she did so on his cheek though her hand lingered softly against his chest for a moment longer. “Is there anything I can help with?”

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viktortakata​:

“Well, I’m happy to offer advice if they need it.” Vik promises, always happy to share anything he knew about being a dad if needed. “I’m sure they are! It’s an exciting time. They’re going to be wonderful dads. And you’ll be around to help too! Aunt Sadie.” He says with a smile, excited for her too. He wished Lei had more family in her life, but it was just the two of them in Nashville. “She’s pretty great…and lucky for both of us, I’m a morning person…so it all works out.” Vik points out, humming quietly at Sadie’s not so subtle hint about his pancakes. “Well…you’re welcome to come over for breakfast tomorrow, if you’d like. I’ll keep some warm for you.”

“Cool Aunt Sadie!” She was beaming, really. Brett and Sadie didn’t have any younger cousins, really. They were the babies and only children in their respective families so everyone was really just super excited and eager to meet baby Henry. In a way, she knew exactly what Lei was going through. If it hadn’t been for Brett, her childhood would’ve been terribly lonesome right after her parents divorce. It still was at some point. “Well, I don’t want to interrupt but if you think Lei is okay with that, I’d love to come.” Sadie didn’t really mean to invite herself even if that’s exactly how it sounded. She still wouldn’t refuse the invitation when presented. “I can be an early riser with the right kind of motivation. Pancakes are at the very top of the list.”

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brettgoldstein​:

“No…I’m not.” Brett had realized that a long time ago. Even before meeting Ethan, he wasn’t sure about it. After meeting him and seeing their relationship bloom into what it was, Brett knew that going back to Brooklyn wasn’t in the cards for him. Nashville was his home now, and he was happy where he was and with his life. “I do dig it. The man even more, though.” That was no secret though. Everyone who knew Brett and Ethan knew how grossly in love they were. “I can’t believe it. I’m gonna be a dad! I can’t stop smiling just thinking about it.” The brunette admits, shaking his head at himself. “Mhmm, I know Vik is very handsome. You’re pretty too! C’mon, give yourself some credit. And there’s nothing wrong with taking things slow either. As long as you two are happy, that’s what matters.” Brett says, giving Sadie’s arm a reassuring squeeze. “I can’t make any promises for my husband, but I’ll give him a talking to. I’m not above bribery. It’ll give me practice for baby Goldstein!”

“I just can’t believe you were able to keep this from me this long!” Sadie added when Brett brought up being a father again, his excitement easily rubbing off on her. She was over the moon for her cousin. This is what he wanted, what he deserved. Happiness. Someone who absolutely adored him. A family of his own. Sadie knew this was Brett’s dream all along. He had so much love to give, it was only fair he received all of it back. Reaching for his hands and squeezing lightly, Sadie just smiled. “You’re going to be the best dad, B. Henry is already the luckiest little guy! And I love his name so much, I can’t!” It was perfect. All of it was perfect. And now she had someone to share it with, too. “Thank you for the compliment. We have good genes.” Sadie laughed, sighing happily. “We’re still figuring it out, the whole dating thing. He’s so great and patient and kind. I’m sure our great-aunts think we’re already dating after the wedding but please, please, let’s keep it to ourselves for now. You know how mom can be and I want to see where it goes myself before she starts rushing me into something!” Especially with Brett having a baby now, Sadie could only imagine the pressure that will come her way soon enough. “You know how to handle that husband of yours. I’m sure you’ll find a way. If it has to come down to it, we’ll go for pizza instead of a nicer restaurant. Whatever it takes, Brett!” 

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viktortakata​:

“Maybe I’ll pick out some picture books for Ethan.” Vik teases, smirking softly. “Yeah? I’d like that. I know I don’t know Brett or Ethan very well, but I’d like to.” He really only knew Brett as Leilani’s teacher, but he would like to get to know both men better, especially if they were important to Sadie. “I have no doubt that they’ll be wonderful fathers, but I’m happy to share some tips if they need it. You can never be too prepared. Kids are full of surprises.”  Lei was constantly keeping him on his toes, but he loved it. He loved every second of being a dad. “Oh, she always has a blast at the park. I’m sure she’ll be up bright and early tomorrow, demanding pancakes. She’s bossy, that one. Lucky for her, I give in almost every time.”

Sadie snorted when Vik mentioned picking a picture book for Ethan, immediately covering her mouth at the sound, chuckling quietly. Brett was the closest thing she had to a brother and Ethan made him happy. They were family. Now that her and Vik were taking a next step in their relationship, it really meant a lot for him to get to know Brett and Ethan. It was also nerve wrecking because it made things that much more official. She didn’t let that thought linger too long. “I’m sure they’ll appreciate any help and advice they can get. They’re so excited, Vik. You should’ve seen them.” Sadie was too, which is why she couldn’t stop gushing about it all day and why she wanted to share with Vik the moment she had the chance. “Lei’s smart and assertive. She knows what she wants and she won’t let anything stop her from getting it. In my opinion, she’s perfect!” Sadie smiled, laughing into the call. “I’m yet to try said pancakes but I’m sure they’re delicious if they’re worth waking up so early for!”

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brettgoldstein​:

“I am, I am. I mean, if you asked me about any of this a few years ago…I probably would’ve laughed in your face. Leaving Brooklyn…it was never part of the plan. But I needed to. I always thought I’d move back, but…life had other plans. I can’t picture Ethan living in a brownstone in Brooklyn either, so good thing Nashville suits me.” Brett chuckles, shaking his head. “It suits you too. I’m really glad that you’re here, Sadie. I think a certain bookstore owner is too.” He says teasingly, smirking back at his cousin. “Oh, c’mon. We both know you two have been crushing on each other for a while. There’s no other reason for you to go hang out at a bookstore nearly every day when you have a perfectly good home office to write in.” Brett points out with a chuckle. “For sure. I’ll check with Ethan about his schedule but we’ll work something out. Just be yourself! He likes you for who you are. The rest will fall into place.”

“You’re not moving back.” Sadie wasn’t asking. She knew her cousin wasn’t ever going back to Brooklyn. She had known this even before the big news but the fact that he was now having a baby with Ethan made it all that much more official. Even if she hadn’t given it too much thought herself, she still thought she would move back at some point. After all, Brooklyn was home. It was just so easy to get lost in the city and Nashville had been, to both of them, a place they had gone to find themselves in a way. “I don’t think Ethan would let go of you even if Nashville didn’t suit you, B. Like it or not, you’d have to deal with it. Good thing you dig it!” Saide smiled, nodding softly. “I’m really glad I’m here, too. I wouldn’t have wanted to miss this for the world!” Being part of Brett’s baby’s life, seeing him become a father, live his dream. The added bonus that she also got to meet someone like Vik and Lei was just the cherry on the top. “Well, I know I have... I mean, have you seen him?” Even if Vik wasn’t around, Sadie still blushed. “And I did have a good reason, Brett! I got too distracted at home and I was on a deadline!” Laughing, Sadie just sighs. “I know. I know. I will. We’ve just... we’re taking things slow, which is nice. Just, please, please try and keep Ethan from embarrassing me too much, yeah? I know there’s only so much you can do but, whatever you actually can do, do it!”

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viktortakata​:

“That’s amazing. I’ll put some parenting books aside for him and Ethan, tell them to stop by the shop when they have a free moment.” Vik says with a smile, hearing the excitement in Sadie’s voice. Even though he hadn’t known Sadie long, he knew how close she and Brett were and he was happy for Brett, Ethan and their growing family. “We went to the park after I picked her up from school with a couple of her friends and their parents, playing with them always tires her out. She always has a blast though, so I won’t even be too mad when she wakes me up super early tomorrow.” Vik chuckles, shaking his head into his phone.

“Oh, Brett will love that! Ethan, I’m not so sure!” Sadie teased, scrunching her face at the thought of her cousin’s husband reading. She meant it with all the love she had for the man who made her cousin the happiest she had seen him. She also smiled at Vik’s thoughtfulness, clearing her throat before speaking. “I may have told them about us.” Sadie wasn’t sure why she said that almost warily, as if their relationship was something she was supposed to keep to themselves or something. “Maybe we can join them for dinner at some point. You can share some of your parenting secret skills. They’ll need it.” She added, biting onto her lip. “Oh Lei... I bet she had so much fun! Maybe you’re lucky and she sleeps in a little.”

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brettgoldstein​:

“Oh my god, they’re so excited. My mom cried, of course, and I’m pretty sure dad got a little teary too. They definitely want to come visit after he’s born, maybe a little before his due date so they can be here for us. It’s still some time away, obviously, but…” Trailing off, Brett shrugs, knowing Sadie knew how much he missed his parents. Leaving her and his parents behind when he left for Nashville had been one of the hardest things he had ever done. It had been some sort of miracle that it had all worked out in the end. “You and Vik? Finally!” Brett laughs when Sadie tells him her news, grinning back at her. “That’s amazing. He seems like a really good guy.” He didn’t know the other man too well outside of him being one of his student’s fathers, but he seemed like a really involved dad. Brett trusted Sadie’s judgement too, so if she knew him well enough to be dating him, then he was good in his book. “You two should definitely come over for dinner sometime soon. Ooh, we can double date! Your news is equally exciting!” 

Sadie could imagine just how excited her aunt and uncle would be at the news and she was certain it was only a matter of time before they made the trip to Nashville not wanting to miss their first grandson’s birth, Reaching to give Brett’s arm a tender squeeze, she smiled. She knew how much he missed them, just as much as they missed him. Sadie had missed Brett so much when he left but understood that this was a journey her cousin needed to do on his own and deserved his space to heal. “I’m so happy for you, B.” She added softly and she meant it, too, wholeheartedly. “For everything you’ve made happen for yourself. I know you’re happy. Everyone can see it. I just hope you’re proud of yourself, too, cause I sure am!” But as the conversation lightened up, the blonde shook her head with a laugh and ended up playfully smacking the same spot on his arm she had just squeezed with love. “What do you mean finally?” Her relationship with Vik hadn’t always been intentional, not romantically, at least. While at first he was just a nice person she could talk with as she spent so much time at his bookshop, he later became someone she could also trust and spending time with him, and Lei, quickly became something she looked forward to. “He is.” Sadie agreed with a sigh and a smile impossible to hide. “It’s exciting but it’s not I’m having a baby exciting... although, if I were saying that, it’d still be far from exciting. I’d be terrified. I’d be panicking, let’s be honest. But anyway! Yes. That’d be fun. I’ll ask him. I don’t know if it’s too soon but he knows you. Ugh, Brett. I haven’t been in a relationship in forever! I don’t even know what to do!”

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viktortakata​:​

Vik had just gotten Leilani tucked into bed for the night when he had gotten Sadie’s text, smiling to himself as he reads over the words. Deciding this is more of a call than a text moment, he presses the call button, walking back to his bedroom as his rings. “Hey there, future aunt. Congratulations! How stoked is Mr. G?” He asks, chuckling quietly. “My day wasn’t nearly as exciting, I have to admit. I just put Lei to bed, actually.” 

It was silly to feel her heart racing the moment Vik replied to her text with a call but that’s exactly how she reacted as she said hi there! Sadie was still smiling widely at the thought of Brett having a baby boy and it was perfectly audible in her voice. “He’s very stoked. They’ve been keeping it to themselves for a while, you know, it’s a very long process and there’s always a chance it won’t be successful but I’m just so, so happy it was for him and Ethan!” Vik knew Sadie long and well enough now to understand just how much Brett meant to her, how their relationship was more like that of siblings than cousins. Her smile only grew more tender at the mention of Lei, though. “What did you guys do today that tired her so early?”

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brettgoldstein​:

“We did. Don’t be mad, but we told them first. We just wanted to make sure the little guy was okay and let the news sink in before we told anyone else.” They had told his parents first, then Ethan’s. And now Sadie knew too, and Brett was so excited to share the news with her. “C’mon, there’s no pressure from anyone, don’t be silly. You do things at your own pace, okay?” Brett says reassuringly, giving Sadie’s arm a quick squeeze. “It’s not blue, no. We’re still deciding, but Ethan won with the baseball theme, so we’re gonna go with red and white and maybe some touches of blue. I don’t want it to look like Fourth of July though.” He muses, shrugging his shoulders. “Enough about my news though. You said you had something to tell me too, what is it?”

“How did they react? On a scale from 1 to packing our bags already, how excited are they?” Sadie didn’t expect any different from her aunt and uncle finding out they were going to be grandparents. They all were, really. This was such good news for their family, she was still unable to stop smiling. She was sure she wouldn’t for a while and that was perfectly okay with her. With a smile, the blonde nodded at her cousin tenderly. It wasn’t fair for her to complain to him about age and child bearing because he was a married gay man that made it happen so, really, she didn’t have to worry so much yet. She wasn’t even worrying about it, though, but she knew it was only a matter of time before her mom started bugging her even more now that Brett was having a baby of his own. “I was just gonna say!” Sadie laughed, her thoughts back to the conversation, shaking her head when Brett said he didn’t want the baby’s room to look like the Fourth of July because that’s exactly where her head had been going as he spoke. “I’ll start a Pinterest board ASAP. We got this.” She almost blushed at Brett’s question, hoping she could’ve dismissed it but knowing nothing she said would work in her favor. Instead, she decided to rush her words. “I’m dating Victor Tanaka, Lei’s dad, the bookshop owner. Vik. It’s a thing. I think. I mean, we did say we were so it is a thing. Anyway, your news are more exciting!”

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It had been an eventful last few hours. Since their last date where they had formally started dating to her visit at her cousin’s place only to find out he was expecting his first child, Sadie was really feeling over the moon. She had spent most of her day at Brett and Ethan’s, the tray of brownies completely gone. Good thing she saved a couple of squares for Lei, as promised. “Hey there!” The writer texted after a few minutes of debating if it was too late or not but ultimately deciding to go for it after her shower. “I’m going to be an aunt!” Send. “How was your day?” 

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brettgoldstein​:

“Ethan says he looks like him, but I think I see a little bit of Goldstein in there!” Brett laughs, shaking his head. Not that it mattered to them who was the biological father. They were both his dads no matter what. Brett already loved their son so much and he wasn’t even born yet. “He’s not due for another few months. Nursery’s still pending, but I think we’ve almost picked a paint color.” He says with a shrug, still grinning. Brett couldn’t keep the smile off of his face, he was so happy and so excited. He knew Sadie would be happy for them too, but seeing her reaction made his heart swell. She really was going to be the best aunt to their boy. “Henry. His name is Henry.” Brett says after a minute, knowing the significance of the name wouldn’t get lost on his cousin. “Middle name’s still pending, but he’s definitely Henry.” 

“Oh, he’s definitely a Goldstein, he’s too cute!” Granted, there was only so much they could tell from a sonogram but Sadie wasn’t going to be persuaded to think otherwise. “Did you tell your parents yet? Oh god... the pressure now will be real!” She both laughed and groaned, shaking her head as she thought how her own parents would certainly bring it up at some point considering how she was still very single and still very not quite ready to be a mom herself but Brett was having a baby! Well, at least half of that was true. She was dating, at least, even if it was true for just a few hours since her date with Vik. “Is it blue? Because that’s so predictable!” Sadie teased, grinning as she stole another bite from the brownies. Her eyes began tearing up again when Brett shared the name, looking again between both of the men. “Henry.” She repeated, sounding it out. “Henry Goldstein. It’s perfect. I love it.” She truly did. “At least you have a few months to think on middle names but you gotta promise me if you have a girl, my name is a good middle name, you know?” 

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brettgoldstein​:

“Of course I’m serious!” Brett laughs, grinning at his cousin’s excitement. He knew Sadie would be thrilled for them. She was like a sister to Brett and she of all people knew how much becoming a father one day meant to him. Soon they’re hugging and Brett squeezes Sadie tightly, his own cheeks wet with happy tears. “You are! We’re having a baby!” He says happily, wiping his chees with the back of his hand. Ethan comes rushing in a moment later, confused by all of the noise, but then the reason becomes clear, catching his breath when Sadie goes to hug his husband. “Yep, it’s a boy. We found out at our last appointment. Don’t be mad I didn’t tell you sooner, we were waiting to make sure everything was going well and the baby was healthy.” Which he was. Brett honestly couldn’t believe that the little baby on the ultrasound was theirs. It was a dream come true for him. “Thank you.” The brunette finally says, giving his cousin’s arm a light squeeze. “I’ve been absolutely dying to tell you. You’re gonna be the best aunt.”

It’s impossible not to burst out with happy tears at the news. Sadie cannot control her reaction, overjoyed and excited for her cousin and Ethan, for their little family, for everything, really. She remembered when Brett left New York, how worried she had been, how selfishly sad, that he had decided to move so far away. She didn’t understand what made him choose Nashville but it was clear to her now just how it had all been meant to be. Looking between both men, Sadie smiled so wide that her cheeks hurt, hugging her new mug now close to her chest. “I’m going to spoil that baby boy rotten!” She admitted matter of factly. “He’s going to be the most precious baby ever, I already know. Look at that face!” Sure, you couldn’t really see many details on the sonogram yet but what she saw was enough to let her know she was saying the truth. “You’re going to be the best dads, this kid is going to be so lucky! Even you, Ethan!” Sadie added the playful jab at her cousin’s husband though they all knew she was just teasing him. She loved Ethan. She loved him for loving her cousin so much. She loved him for giving her cousin a second shot at this, at love, at having a family of his own, at pure happiness. “Have you been thinking about names yet? When is he due? What color are we painting his room? Oh gosh, I can’t wait to spend a small fortune on Etsy for all of this!”

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viktortakata​:

“Oh, I know.” VIktor chuckles, shaking his head at Sadie. It was really sweet how much Lei took to Sadie, and it made him so happy to see them getting along. He, of course, was biased, but he thought his daughter was a pretty cool kid. The fact that he had gotten to know Sadie so well too was just an added bonus, especially given how well things were going between them now. “Yeah, I would say that we are.” He replies, smiling at the thought. “I mean, I’m still in if you are. No pressure though, you know I’m perfectly fine with taking things slow.” 

“I am!” Sadie said almost immediately after Viktor spoke, shaking her head and smiling as she looked back at him. She was definitely still in and she was almost 99% sure if they took it any slower she’d collapse right there. “I know.” She still reassured him, appreciating his consideration. That was the thing about Vik, really, he looked so rough and intimidating on the outside but then he’d smiled at you and you’d melt, and he was so considerate, so thoughtful, so irresistible, really. “I think I could give kissing you another try before I call my Uber tonight, though, unless that’s not taking it slow.”