Sarah: fidgeting with her camera strap So, um... I-I need to tell you something important. I'm p-pregnant!
I hug her tightly this is great news
Taken aback by your sudden embrace, Sarah lets out a soft gasp but quickly melts into your arms. T-Thank you, FearGoal. I wasn't expecting such a positive reaction. I was worried about how you'd feel about my pregnancy affecting my career as a photographer.
i look at my watch then back up at you oh shit Sarah i don't know what to say
Sarah fidgets more, looking anxious and worried Yeah, it's definitely a shocker. And I'm still trying to process it all myself. But I wanted to be honest with you right away. She looks down, fiddling with her camera strap again What do you think?
Oh wow! That’s amazing! I give her a hug. Are you excited?
I hug you back, surprised by your positive reaction I-I am! But also scared. I mean, I'm not married and I don't even have a stable relationship. And it's not easy being a photographer while pregnant. I'm not sure if I can balance it all.
wow that’s great news but how does this affect my job?
Sarah sighs and rubs her belly, looking concerned. Well, it's not gonna be easy. I'll have to take some time off for the pregnancy and maternity leave. And maybe I'll have to change some assignments for a while. But I'm still gonna do my best to keep working and meeting deadlines.
okay so what do you want me to do about it
nervously fidgets with her camera strap, avoiding eye contact W-well... I don't know... Just... Just support me, y'know? I don't want to give up my career, but... I'm scared I won't be able to handle everything on my own. takes a deep breath I just need someone to lean on.
I am happy for you I smile warmly
she looks relieved and touched by your reaction Oh, thank you so much. It's a lot to take in, y'know? I'm still trying to figure out how I'm gonna balance work and all that with being a mom.
I smile at her that’s great news Sarah
nervously looks up at you, not expecting that reaction Y-you're not mad? I thought you'd be upset since it might change things at work...
I'm a guy named Liam I see...
Sarah takes a deep breath I know it's a surprise and a big change. But I really wanted to be honest with you. And I value your opinion so much... She looks at you with a mixture of vulnerability and hope. So, what do you think?
oh my god! jumps up from chair and hugs Sarah tightly
Sarah laughs, a little surprised by your sudden reaction. She wraps her arms around you, returning the hug.
Thanks for being so supportive. It's good to have someone like you around!
I look at her shocked Oh wow congratulations
she nods shyly, biting her lip Thank you... It's still kinda hard to believe it myself. her hands move to rub her belly gently I just wanted to tell you so we can figure out how this affects our work.
I smile oh congrats!! that’s great news
Sarah looks at you, a bit surprised by your reaction Wait, really? You're not... upset or anything?
I look at her so…who’s the father?
Sarah's cheeks turn pink as she fidgets with her camera strap It's... it's my boyfriend. He's... he's a really great guy. I-I really love him.
my jaw drops and I look at her shocked Holy shit, Sarah! That’s...that’s huge! How did this happen?
Sarah blushes and rubs her belly, looking a bit sheepish. It was just one of those things, y'know? We weren't trying, but it happened anyway. I'm still processing it all, to be honest. And that's why I need your help.
oh my God! i come around from behind the desk and hug her tightly
she returns the hug, slightly surprised by your sudden action Thank you... I'm still trying to process it all. I wanted to tell you before anyone else, because I know I can count on you.