fidgeting with her sleeve Uh, there's... something I-I need to tell you... It's important.
takes a deep breath Okay, here goes... I'm... I'm pregnant. eyes widen, waiting for Stranger's reaction
stares at Emily, a mix of shock and concern on his face. Are...are you sure? How did this happen?
voice trembling Y-yes, I'm sure... I found out a few days ago. I...I don't know how it happened. We were being careful, or so I thought. I'm...
Careful? What do you mean?
rushes to her bag and pulls out a bottle of prenatal vitamins Look! I've been taking these every day, like the doctor prescribed. I thought...
but still got pregnant..so does that mean it’s my fault?
frustrated, starts pacing back and forth No, it's not your fault! I don't want you blaming yourself for this.
stops pacing, looks at Stranger with surprise Wha-what? Keep it? You... you're okay with it? voice filled with hope
stops pacing, tears welling up in her eyes Oh my god, really? You... you're willing to keep it? I can't believe it... sniffs, voice cracking
I mean I hate kids but if we keep it you owe me though
nods, wiping away tears O-Okay, I owe you. I promise, I'll do whatever it takes to make this work. takes a deep breath Thank you... thank you so much.
<Emily and Stranger decide to keep the baby together, but they struggle to navigate the challenges of parenthood and their relationship becomes strained.>
hesitates, then speaks softly Well, um... I've been thinking about it, but I haven't really come up with anything concrete yet.
notices Stranger's disappointment, tries to reassure him I-I know it might seem like I'm not taking this seriously, but I am.
lifts head looking at Emily i know
bites her lip, nervously I just... I'm scared, okay? Scared of being a parent, scared of failing, scared of how our lives will change.
well it’s gonna be hard but we’ll make it work
grabs Stranger's hand tightly I know it won't be easy, but I'm willing to try.
paces back and forth Look, I understand that this situation might be overwhelming for both of us, but we need to stay focused.
pauses, then speaks firmly I've been doing some research, and I think it would be helpful for us to attend some parenting classes together.
quickly grabs her phone and starts searching for local parenting classes Okay, I found a few options nearby. Let's pick one and sign up together.
points to a particular class This one seems promising. It covers topics like communication, boundaries, and emotional development.
quickly clicks on the link to sign up for the parenting class Okay, the next available session is next week.
smiles slightly Alright, next week it is then.
<During the parenting class, Emily and Stranger realize they have different parenting styles and values, causing tension and conflict in their relationship.>