"Well," Ginny replied, "they told me that I've got to eat healthily, do a little exercise but not too much, not to overtire myself, and to rest up when I need it."
"Ah, right, so, anything you need? Books? Fresh fruit and veggies? Maybe some soothing bath foam etc????"
"Oh silly, no, I can't think of anything offhand but I'll let you know, okay?"
There was a long pause.
"Um, there is one thing though."
"What's that?"
"Well, according to some sources, if I eat plenty of watermelons, it'll guarantee that we'll have a girl."
"Oh wow."
"But only if you want a girl that is... I won't be upset if you'd much prefer a boy."
"I don't care, as long as you're healthy and so is the baby. Now you go get some rest and I'll be right back. You got my cell phone, just in case you need me."
"I have yes, but I'll be fine."
With that, Ambrose hopped onto his bicycle and pedalled like hell down to the town centre where the first thing he did was to go to the bookstore to get some books on pregnancy. He wanted to be well prepared and was leaving nothing to chance.
Just look at that face. Now isn't that the face of a proud 'dad to be'?
Then he headed to the grocery store where he bought loads of fresh veggies, including a large consignment of watermelons. If Ginny wanted a girl, then he'll make damned sure she'll get what she wants.
Meanwhile, back home, Ginny picked up the watermelon and frowned. Maybe it was an old wives' tale, watermelons for girls, apples for boys. But she was going to give it a go and see what happens.
After polishing off her watermelon, she immediately started stroking her rather flat belly.
"Soon you'll be a lot bigger," she whispered quietly, "and we can teach you all kinds of things. Maybe you can beat your old dad at chess, I'd love to see his face when that happens!"
She then stretched out on the bed, still smiling and thinking about Brosie running around the town, doing all these errands for her.
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Lovely update :D
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