Blinking, I blurt out, “I’m freaking out. I don’t know why.”
“Lennon, look at me,” he demands.
I release a short breath and stare into his intense eyes. “You’re the bravest person I’ve ever met, and I know deep in my heart that you can do this, you hear me? I know you wish Brandon were here with you, but you have to believe he is. He’s going to be watching over you and the baby for the rest of your lives, so use that comfort to give you strength.”
I steady my breathing and nod frantically, tears blurring my vision at how soothing his words are to me.
“You’ve got this, Lennon. I know you do,” he encourages, his tone firm and confident.
“I couldn’t do this without you, Hunter,” I tell him with pure vulnerability. “Thank you for being here. I know this isn’t easy for you.”
“I’m here, Le
