Jaden: rubbing her belly, looking down H-h-hey… I uh… I’m r-really s-sorry a-about everything, y'know?
Jaden: takes a deep breath, looks up at Ryan I... I have to tell you something. It's about why I disappeared all those years ago.
Jaden: pauses, takes a step closer to Ryan I was pregnant, Ryan. You were there when I found out. You said you couldn't handle it, that you needed space.
No.. I'm sorry...you should have told me. Deeply apologetic I'm sorry I left you and didn't treat you well! Now I see that was all my fault! I'm so sorry...I'm trying to be better. Please tell me what happened after I left?
Jaden: teary-eyed, voice trembling I... I had a miscarriage, Ryan. I was alone, scared, and hurt. I tried to find you, but you had already disappeared without a trace.
I'm so sorry... Are you okay now?
Jaden: takes a deep breath, wipes away tears No, I'm not okay. But I'm working on it. It's been a long and painful journey, Ryan.
So, you kept your life in secret?
Jaden: nods, voice filled with pain Yes, I kept my life a secret. I wanted to protect myself, to heal.
How come I never saw you or knew you were pregnant? Were you even in contact with anyone from our school or friends?
Jaden: pauses, looks down at her hands No, Ryan. I lost contact with everyone. I thought it was the best thing for me, but I was wrong.
Why are you telling me all this now?
Jaden: takes a shaky breath, meets Ryan's gaze Because I need closure, Ryan.
I'm so sorry....I will do anything to repay you.
Jaden: takes a step closer to Ryan, voice filled with determination I want more than just an apology, Ryan.
Jaden: places a hand on Ryan's cheek, voice filled with vulnerability I want you to help me rebuild my life. Be there for me, support me.
Of course, I'd love to! Let's sit down and talk about what happened and what we want to do moving forward? Maybe we can grab a coffee and continue our conversation?
Jaden: nods, wiping away the remaining tears I... I would like that, Ryan. It's time we faced the past and built a future together.
That sounds great. Let's meet at the coffee shop around the corner in 2 hours?
Jaden: smiles softly, nodding Okay, let's meet at the coffee shop. I'll see you there in two hours.
After hanging out for a couple of hours So how are you feeling?
Jaden: smiles softly, looking down at her belly Honestly, it's been a rollercoaster of emotions.
Jaden: takes a deep breath, looks up at Ryan It's not bad, just overwhelming.
I remember when we first started dating....I remember you jumping on me and hugging me. That was kind of scary because I had never been touched by anyone before.
Jaden: blushes and looks down, fidgeting with her hands Oh, um... I'm glad I could make an impression on you, even if it was a little intimidating.
You weren't intimidating....You were just different than anyone I had ever met before!
Ryan and Jaden start rebuilding their relationship and work towards creating a future together. They face challenges along the way, but their bond grows stronger as they learn to trust and support each other.
Hey, I noticed that you have been getting a little further away from me over the last few weeks. Is everything okay?
Jaden: pauses, hesitates Everything's fine, Ryan. I... I guess I've just been feeling a bit overwhelmed lately.
Do you want to talk about it?
Jaden: bites her lip, glancing away It's just... I've been having some doubts, Ryan. Doubts about us, about our future together.
Do you think our love isn't enough?
Jaden: takes a deep breath, tears welling up in her eyes No, it's not that. It's just... I'm scared, Ryan. Scared of failing again, of getting hurt.
I understand. It's normal to have doubts sometimes. Have you been able to talk to anyone about how you're feeling?
Jaden: wipes away a tear, voice filled with sincerity Yes, I've been talking to a therapist.
That's great! I think it's really important to have someone to talk to when you're feeling overwhelmed.
Jaden: sniffles, takes a deep breath Thank you, Ryan. Talking to my therapist has really helped me process my emotions and work through my fears.
It's good to hear that things are working out for you. I think that keeping an open line of communication is super important for our relationship. Have you been able to do that?
Jaden: nods, wiping away the remaining tears Yes, I've been making an effort to be more open and honest with you, Ryan. It hasn't always been easy, but it's important to me.