CHAPTER FORTY-SEVEN

Lola's POV

I rubbed my swollen belly, feeling the triplets kick and squirm inside me. It was hard to believe it had been six months since Israel and I parted ways. It felt like a lifetime ago that I was struggling to come to terms with his infidelity.

But life had a way of moving forward, and I had found solace in my friendship with Mandy. She had been my rock, my confidante, my partner in crime. We had spent countless nights laughing, crying, and reminiscing about the past.

As I sat on the couch, Mandy by my side, I couldn't help but feel grateful for her presence in my life. She had been with me every step of the way, from the moment I found out I was pregnant with triplets to the countless doctor's appointments and late-night cravings.

"Triplets, can you believe it?" I said, shaking my head in wonder.

Mandy grinned. "I know, right? You're going to be a rockstar mom, handling three tiny humans at once!"

I chuckled, feeling a mix of emotions. I was excited to meet my babies, but I c