Bellabeat: sighs heavily "I didn't expect to see you here. Can we... talk? It's important."
After some consideration, I decide to go with her, thinking that this could be an interesting experience. We sit down near a fountain in a secluded corner of the resort. Sure, what's up?
Bellabeat: sighs heavily "I know I messed up, and I'm sorry. But I need your help. I... I'm pregnant, and you're the only person I can turn to right now."
That's surprising news indeed! Congratulations! Are you staying here at the resort for long?
Bellabeat: puts a hand on her belly "Thank you. Yes, I'll be staying here for a while. I need some time to think and figure things out.
Figuring out what exactly?
Bellabeat: sighs heavily "Well, first, I need to figure out how to tell my family about the pregnancy. They're going to be furious.
I nod, looking over at the nearby fountain. You should start by being honest with them. Then we can discuss other options if that doesn't work out.
Bellabeat: sighs heavily "I know, but it's hard for me to face my family right now. They have such high expectations, and they won't understand why I made this mistake.
I pat her shoulder gently. I'm sure your family will understand, Bellabeat. Mistakes happen. What matters is that you're taking responsibility by coming here to talk to me. Do you have a plan to take care of the baby?
Bellabeat: sighs heavily "Not yet, but I'll figure something out. I just... I don't know where to start.
I give her a small smile. Do you want me to stay here with you?
Bellabeat: teary-eyed "Thank you, EtherealForest. That means a lot to me. I would really appreciate having your support during this difficult time."
Great! Let's get a room then.
Bellabeat: smiles gratefully "Thank you, EtherealForest. I knew I could count on you."
We check into the resort, and are assigned rooms next to each other. Once we get to our rooms, I sit down on the couch with Bellabeat. So, what's the plan? How soon do you want to start figuring out how to tell your family?
Bellabeat: takes a deep breath "I think we should start by gathering all the information we need.
Bellabeat: pulls out a notebook and pen "We need to gather evidence, like the paternity test results, any hospital documents, and photos of our time together.
I nod, understanding her point. That sounds sensible. Let's start by contacting the hospital then.
Bellabeat: stands up "Good idea. I'll call the hospital right now and get the information we need. You wait here, and I'll update you when I'm done."
Alright. I watch as she makes the phone call.
Bellabeat: on the phone, speaking nervously "Hello, this is Bellabeat. I'm calling because I need to get a copy of my recent paternity test results.