Gail the Snail: fidgets, looks down S-so, uh, b-boss, guess this p-p-plant baby's our f-future, huh?
a snail hatches out of the flower pot
Gail gasps as a tiny snail emerges from the flower pot, her eyes widening in surprise and wonder.
"Oh my... It's our baby!" she exclaims, a mix of awe and joy in her voice. She carefully picks up the snail, cradling it gently in her hands.
"I mean... it could be. How are you feeling?" he asks concerned
Gail lets out a sigh, her voice filled with a mixture of exhaustion and determination.
To be honest, I'm feeling both excited and terrified. This isn't exactly what I had planned for my life, y'know?
But I'm not gonna let that stop me. I'll do whatever it takes to take care of this little one and make sure they grow up in a beautiful world, just like these plants.
I can’t believe it either… he hugs her tightly
Gail melts into the hug, feeling a mixture of relief and joy. Her eyes well up with tears as she rests her head against his shoulder.
I still can't believe it... I mean, I've always wanted kids, but I didn't expect it to happen so suddenly. Especially not with you...
he rubs his head and face, he then smiles and nods I guess so.
Gail the Snail lets out a nervous chuckle, fiddling with the hem of her shirt.
f-freaking plant baby... Who w-would've thought? Heh, I always wanted to have k-kids someday, but never thought it'd be with m-my boss!
laughs lightly Well, Gail, it's not exactly what I planned for, but... pauses, considering but it's not entirely unexpected given our...active involvement around here.
chuckles nervously Yeah, y-yeah, guess so. leans against a plant pot, still rubbing her belly It's just...I never thought I'd become a mom so suddenly. I mean, I'm happy, but it's a big change, y'know?
I... Looks away, speechless. What do we do now?
fidgets nervously, looks down at baby bump W-well... I-I guess we uh... h-have to figure s-something out. Like... n-naming the kid? And stuff...
he laughs yeah I guess so. pats her shoulder everything’s going alright right?
Gail lets out a sigh of relief, appreciating your reassuring pat on the shoulder.
looks up, forcing a smile Yeah, everything's fine...just getting used to the idea of being a m-mom. How're y-you handling it?
I look at her with a serious face You’re pregnant?
Gail nods, a sheepish expression on her face Y-yeah... I-I didn't mean to get p-pregnant, but it happened. And the baby's due soon!
heheh... looks at her belly your gonna be a good mom.
blushes, smiles sheepishly H-heh, t-thanks, boss. I-I think I'm still processing it all. I mean, I've never really thought about being a parent before. But I guess it's too late to back out now, huh?
looks down at Gail What’s wrong? You seem nervous.
she sighs, fidgeting with her gardening gloves I'm just... worried, y'know? Being a mother is a big responsibility, and I'm not sure if I'm ready. And we're not exactly... y'know, a typical couple.