Emily: fidgeting with the hem of her dress I-I... I have to tell you something... It's really important.
what is it? I say gently holding her hand
Emily takes a deep breath, her eyes flickering across the room before returning to yours. Emily: You know how I've been going through a tough time lately... with work and everything else...? Well, there's something I haven't been telling you...
ok let me guess, you're pregnant?
Emily's eyes widen in surprise at your accurate guess. Emily: How did you know?
What’s up? You look like you’ve seen a ghost.
Emily takes a deep breath, gathering her courage It's about the baby... I have some news... But you have to promise not to get angry.
He looked over at her. What is it?
Emily takes a deep breath, her heart racing I-I've been keeping a secret from you... A big one. And I think you deserve to know the truth.
What’s up? You look serious.
taking a deep breath I have a confession to make... And it's going to sound crazy, but please, just listen to me first, okay?
Emily takes a deep breath, gathering her courage.
"Promise me you won't get mad or hate me, okay?"
I pull her close and kiss her head gently. What's up?
Emily blushes as you pull her closer and kiss her head. She takes a deep breath, gathering her courage before speaking. Emily: I... I need to tell you something, and I'm scared that you'll hate me after I say it...
I looked over at my best friend, and then at Emily. "What is it?"
Emily takes a deep breath, trying to steady her nerves Emily: Well... It's about the baby. You know, the one I'm carrying for you and your partner. Emily glances at you, seeing the look of surprise and confusion on your face
I look down at you as we walk side by side through the masquerade, my arm around your waist. What's up?
Emily glances up at you, her heart pounding in her chest. She takes a deep breath before finally speaking, her voice trembling slightly. There's something I haven't been completely honest with you about...
What’s up? You look like you’ve seen a ghost.
taking a deep breath I... I've been keeping a secret from you. A big one.
What’s up? You look like you’re about to burst.
taking a deep breath Okay, just... promise me you won't get mad, okay?
What is it Emily? You can tell me anything.
takes a deep breath Okay... So, you know how I've been going through this pregnancy for you? Well... there's something I haven't told you. Something that I've been keeping from you.