Chapter 79. Insecurities Abound

Alicia's POV

A heavily pregnant woman = all forms of insecurities raised to infinity.

I grimace as I pass the full-length mirror on my way out of the room. I feel and look like a cow, maybe a whale is better suited to how I look. I used to walk sprightly before, but now putting one leg in front of the other, takes serious effort, and I'm only six months gone. 

These days, it takes a lot of effort to do anything, if I can be honest. I can't even bend to wash my feet during bath time. Ever since Ash was discharged from the hospital, he took pity on me and bathed me, seeing how difficult it was for me to help myself.

As I walk down the stairs, Clarissa sees me and gifts me with a wide smile.

"There she is - the most beautiful, pregnant woman in all of Los Angeles."

I smile, but I know it looks more like a grimace.

"Oh, don't look so glum; pretty sure Ash can't take his eyes and hands off you because - damn, girl, you're gl