The way he looked at me, I finally gathered my courage. “I was thinking … maybe I can stop taking the pill in the new year.” Realization settled on Nino’s face. “You want to get pregnant?” “Yes. I always wanted to be a mother. I know we’ve been married for only eight months but it can take a while so…” I suddenly worried about having brought it up. Things with Remo still were difficult after all. Nino’s face was frozen with surprise. Then he kissed my mouth. “If that’s what you want, then we’ll try for a baby.” “Really?”
