‘Fine, I think. She left me a message saying she has something important to tell me face to face. Maybe having such a life-changing accident has made her realise I should know the truth. It certainly made me open up to Skye.’
‘About this?’
Star nodded. ‘And about her own father. She took it so well. I think it helps that the wanker lives in Australia now. But I did say that if she ever wanted to meet him, she should respect his current family situation, but that I would never stop her. Of course, I hope she doesn’t, but it destroyed me not knowing who my dad was when I was growing up, so she has every right.’ She shifted in her chair. ‘I’m feeling really tired today. This little mite decides to wriggle around at the strangest times. I’m sure Skye slept when I was sleeping when she was growing inside me.’
‘Sorry, Star. I’m in such a state I didn’t even ask how you are feeling.’
‘Sad is how I’m feeling, mate. With both this and the Jack situation. I’m determined to contact him. I haven’t quite got there yet, but I will.’
‘He may surprise you.’
‘He may be furious, more like.’
‘What did he say to me?’ Kara thought for a second. ‘“No more I wish, but I will.” So, you should.’
Star stuck out her tongue. ‘Like I said, I haven’t quite got there yet.’
‘This being-an-adult business is hard, isn’t it?’ Kara placed her hands on her own stomach. ‘I think the hardest part of all this is knowing thatmybabies won’t have any lineage to Dad.’
‘He will love them just the same, Kar.’
‘But what if he doesn’t?’
‘You’re being silly now, and whatever happens, I will be right by your side.’ Star paused. ‘Sister …’
‘… from thesamebloody mister,’ they said in unison and laughed.
‘Let me look at the photo he gave you.’ Star reached for it, then turned it over. ‘Did you read this?’ She handed it back.
Kara shook her head and haltingly read the words aloud, ‘A constant nurture trumps a fleeting nature. You are so loved, Kerensa Anne. Matthew Nesbitt. Your father (by birth only) x.’
