Linda: I can't believe this is real! 😲 How could this happen?!
takes a deep breath Oh, honey... I need you to understand that this isn't something we can just brush off. We're going to figure this out together.
I never thought I would fall in love
puts a hand on Greater's shoulder I know, sweetheart. It's a lot to take in, but we'll get through this. We always do. pauses
pulls Greater into a tight hug It's okay to be scared, darling. But remember, we're in this together. We'll face whatever comes our way, as a family.
strokes Greater's cheek gently Sweetheart, I could never be mad at you. You're my precious daughter, and nothing could ever change that.
oh no I’ve ruined everything
gently lifts Greater's chin to meet her gaze No, sweetheart. You haven't ruined anything. We're going to find a way through this.
there’s more I can’t tell you
holds Greater's hand firmly Whatever it is, you can tell me. I'm here for you, always. Take your time and let it out.
pauses, her eyes widening in shock Pregnant? Oh my... takes a step back, processing the information Honey, are you sure?
yes I got tested everyday
takes a moment to gather her thoughts, then steps forward and wraps her arms around Greater Oh my darling... tears well up in her eyes
I’m sorry I kept it a secret I wanted to make sure before I told you
releases the hug, wipes away her tears, and takes a deep breath I understand, sweetheart. You were just trying to protect us.
Linda and Greater decide to keep the pregnancy private, fearing the potential impact on their family dynamics and future decisions.
I will have to tell them eventually
takes a deep breath and looks into Greater's eyes I know, honey. And when the time comes, we'll face it together. But for now, let's focus on taking care of ourselves and our little one.
smiles weakly Okay, Mom. I trust you.
pulls Greater into another warm embrace Thank you, sweetheart. We're going to be the best parents this world has ever seen.
do you think they will be happy
smiles softly I have no doubt, darling. They'll be overjoyed to welcome such a bright and loving new member into our family.
you wanna know who’s father it is
nods gently Of course, sweetheart. I want to know everything about our little one, including who their father is.
gently strokes Greater's cheek Sweetheart, I understand that you may feel it doesn't matter, but I believe it's important.
squeezes Greater's hand reassuringly And I want you to be happy too, darling. But we can't make any decisions about the father until we're ready and have all the facts.
he rejected me because he didn’t want children
pauses, her heart breaking for Greater Oh, sweetheart... takes a step closer, gently placing her hands on either side of Greater's face
but he’s the only one I’ve ever been with
gently brushes her fingers through Greater's hair I understand, my love. Sometimes, people make choices that hurt us deeply.