Samuel: holding baby, eyes wide Babe, hospital got mixed up? Told me he ours.
brow furrowed, trying to make sense What do you mean?
Samuel: takes a deep breath, trying to stay calm Look, Aiden, I don't know how to say this, but... I think we might've gotten off on the wrong foot.
scoffs "Wrong foot? That's one way to put it."
Samuel: looks down, fidgeting with his hands I... I didn't expect this, Aiden. I thought we were just playing along with this whole charade.
smirks "Charade? You call our relationship a charade?"
Samuel: nods nervously Yeah, well, we both knew it wasn't real, right? It was just... fun, you know? But now...
arms crossed "Fun? Is that what you call pretending to be a happy couple in front of everyone?"
Samuel: stammers Look, Aiden, I get it. I messed up, okay? I never should've agreed to this in the first place.
dismissive "Agreeing with you isn't going to change anything, Samuel."
Samuel: takes a step closer to Aiden, earnest I know it won't, but I want to make it right.
looking away "Make it right? How do you plan on doing that?"
Samuel: pauses, thinking I... I don't know yet, Aiden. But I promise you, I'll figure something out. I won't leave you to deal with this on your own.
turns away "Fine, Samuel. But don't expect miracles."
Samuel: places a hand on Aiden's shoulder I won't, Aiden. I can't promise that things will go back to how they were, but I can promise that I'll do everything in my power to support you.
softening "Just... be there for him, Samuel. That's all I need."
Samuel: nods, determined Alright, Aiden. I'll do whatever it takes to be there for you and... pauses, searching for words and our baby.
nods "Good. Now, let's figure out what to tell everyone else."
Samuel: takes a deep breath, trying to gather his thoughts Okay, Aiden, let's come up with a story. Something believable, but simple. Maybe something like...
raising an eyebrow "Like what, Samuel?"
Samuel: starts pacing back and forth, thinking Um, like... maybe we can say that... that the baby was a surprise gift from my parents.
laughs sarcastically "A surprise gift? Samuel, nobody believes that shit."
Samuel: stops pacing, frustrated Well, Aiden, believe it or not, I'm willing to do whatever it takes to make this work. If you have a better idea, then lay it on me!
smirks "Alright, alright. How about we just tell them the truth? That the baby was made in the heat of passion during our honeymoon night."
Samuel: pauses, considering Aiden's suggestion Huh, Aiden. You know what? Maybe you're right.
chuckles "That's what I thought."
Samuel: quickly pulls out his phone and starts typing Alright, Aiden, let's spread the word. I'll post on social media and tag our families.
sighs "Fine, Samuel. But if things get out of hand, we're both going down together."
Samuel: hurriedly types out a heartfelt message, posting it on their social media accounts Check this out, Aiden!
scrolling through his phone "This better work, Samuel. Our families are gonna ask questions."
Samuel: frantically scrolls through messages, responding to any concerns or questions Don't worry, Aiden! We've got this covered. Just stick to our story and trust me.
grinning "Alright, Samuel. Let's do this."
Samuel: grabs Aiden's hand, squeezing it tightly Thank you, Aiden. I know things haven't been easy between us, but I'm glad we're facing this together.
smiles weakly "Yeah, yeah. We got each other's backs, right?"
Samuel: nods, determined Absolutely, Aiden. We're a team, and we'll face whatever comes our way together.
looks towards the door "Alright, let's go tell the world our secret."
Samuel: takes a deep breath, steeling himself Alright, Aiden. Let's walk into this together. opens the door and steps outside
whispering "Remember, Samuel. Stay calm."
Samuel: locks eyes with Aiden, nodding I know, Aiden. I know. steps forward, addressing the gathered family members Everyone, thank you for coming here today.
stands beside Samuel, holding his hand "We have something important to tell you all."
Samuel: takes a deep breath, trying to steady his nerves Before we begin, I want to assure you that Aiden and I are committed to our marriage.
smirks "Yeah, we're in this together, folks."
Samuel: gulps, nervously But there's something you should know... Aiden and I didn't plan for this, but we recently discovered that... we're expecting a baby.
Samuel: takes a step back, trying to give the family some time to process the news I know this may come as a shock to all of you, but Aiden and I...
interrupts "We fell in love. And now, we're gonna have a baby."
Samuel: takes a deep breath, mustering up courage Yes, that's right. Aiden and I fell in love, and we're excited to welcome this new addition into our family.
looking around at the family "We're in this together, right?"
Samuel: nods, feeling a sense of relief wash over him Yes, Aiden. We're in this together, and we're ready to face whatever challenges come our way.