Danette could tell right away her friend was excited about something, but it wasn’t until Leonard was eating a tart that Regan finally told her what was on her mind. “I’m with child,” Regan burst out once she finished sipping her tea. Danette’s eyes widened. “So soon?” “Well, it only takes one time,” Regan said. “I know, but it took a year for you to conceive Leonard.” “And it wasn’t from lack of trying,” Regan whispered so Leonard wouldn’t overhear. Now that she was married, Danette understood what the wink Regan gave her meant. Danette’s cheeks grew warm. It was on the tip of her tongue to tell Regan she and Derek had plenty of opportunities to get her with child, too, but she decided it was better if she stick with safer topics. Turning to Leonard, Danette asked, “Are you looking forward to being a big brother?” Leonard shrugged. “I’d rather have a toy.” Danette chuckled and turned to Regan. “I hope Malcolm showed more enthusiasm when you told him.”
