When Daddy came back in, he was holding a tray of cupcakes and two mugs. One had coffee and one had milk.
“Is that one for me?” I pointed toward the milk.
“Yep. Are you okay with this cup or would you like something with the lid?”
“I like lids, but this is fine for tonight.” I reached for the mug and took a sip. “But what are those?” I kept my eyes glued to the assortment of cupcakes on display.
“Well, we have chocolate, mint, and pistachio.”
I opened my mouth and looked at him. “Those are my favorite flavors. Like my ice cream cone.”
“Yep, just like your ice cream cone. Do you want a whole one, or would you like me to divide them up so you can have a little sample plate?”
“Samples, please.”
“Coming right up.” Daddy cut the cupcakes into quarters and put a slice of each on a plate, then he climbed back onto the couch beside me.
I held my milk mug with both hands to make sure I didn’t spill, so Daddy picked up the pistachio slice and held it up to my lips.
“This one first.”
I took a bite and moaned because it was so yummy. “That’s so good.”
There was a little bit of cake left in his fingers, so he popped it into his mouth and nodded. “Mmm. You’re right. That is good.” Then he circled his fingers over the other slices. “Which one would you like next?”
“Mint!” He picked up the mint piece and held it up for me to take another bite. This time, I took a smaller bite and left more for him. “Delish. That one is really good too. You try.”
He popped the cake into his mouth and agreed. “One more before we turn the movie back on?”
I shook my head and put my hand over my tummy. “Maybe in a little while. I’m kinda full right now. And I have to make a decision about getting up to go potty or…” I bit my lip and glanced at him.
He splayed his hand against my belly and wrapped it around my opposite hip. “You’re diapered, sweet girl. No need for you to get up if you don’t want to.”
“I’ve just… Well, I’ve never actually used one before.” I looked away and then back at him. “I’ve worn them during play dates with my friends. But just for fun. Not for real.”
He pressed a kiss to the side of my temple. “Daddy's here now, Little girl. You can trust me to take care of your every need. When you’re ready to use it, I’ll be here to take care of it. But if you’d like to run to the restroom, I’ll wait here for you right here, or I’ll go in and help you. You tell me what you need.”
I thought about it for a moment and decided that I did trust him. He was a doctor for goodness sake. If I could trust anybody with something like this, it was a doctor. “I’m good right here.” I folded my legs up underneath me and got comfortable up against Daddy's chest again. After a while, I relaxed enough that I peed right there.
At first, I was afraid it might leak through or smell bad. But after a moment, it was all absorbed in and I felt totally comfortable. No wet spots at all. I wasn’t sure if Daddy knew what I’d done or not, but when I sighed in relief, he hugged me tighter and kissed the top of my head.
“You’re being such a good girl, Cassie. Thank you for trusting me.”
My phone buzzed on the coffee table, so Daddy grabbed it for me. It was a text from Kylie.We’re just checking in. How’s it going?
I turned the phone to Daddy so he could see the message. “Can I take a picture of us to send to my friends?”
“Absolutely.” He waited until I had the camera app open and then held out his hand. “May I?”
He had a longer arm than me, so I handed him my phone and mugged for the camera as I cuddled into his chest. “Cheese!”
Daddy took one smiling and one kissing my forehead, and then he handed the phone back to me. “You can send either or both.”
“Both! For sure.” I sent them to the group thread with a note.Watching Frozen with Daddy and eating cupcakes. Best night ever.
Lots of hearts and encouraging words appeared next, but I tossed my phone onto the sofa and watched the end of the movie. I was so comfy that my eyelids were getting heavy as I lay in his warm embrace.
When the movie was finished, Daddy turned off the TV and lifted me onto his lap. “You look sleepy, sweet girl. Are you ready for me to take you home?”
