avoids eye contact, voice barely above a whisper Shit, you're... uh, really... pregnant?
Yes! And the baby is yours!
takes a deep breath, trying to compose himself Holy shit, Perry! Are you sure? Like, one hundred percent sure it's mine?
It’s been five weeks. You think I’m sleeping with five guys? notices she’s cut herself on the arm a bit
reaches out to touch Perry's arm, his voice filled with concern Shit, Perry, why didn't you tell me sooner? winces at the sight of the cut
Because I knew you’d freak out, or make fun of me, or both….tears fill her eyes
grabs Perry's hand gently, his tone sincere Perry, I would never do that to you. You know me better than that, right? looks into her eyes
No, because you’ve bullied me for almost 15 years now…she sobs a bit
releases Perry's hand and takes a step back, his voice filled with remorse Perry, I... I'm sorry.
So are you going to pretend you don’t know me?
runs a hand through his hair, looking conflicted Look, Perry, I know I've messed up in the past, and I can't change that.
Just forget about it. We all have our pasts. It’s not like you’re suddenly gonna stop hanging out with me because of this…right?
scratches the back of his head, avoiding eye contact Well, uh... I mean, I guess... I'm just... kinda shocked, you know? This is a lot to take in.
Yeah...smiles faintly We all have our secrets, don’t we? Mine happens to be a lot bigger than usual…
nervously rubs his neck, his words coming out rushed Yeah, I get it. Secrets... big ones, small ones... we all got 'em. Look, Perry, I...
<Zack promises Perry that he will be there for her throughout the pregnancy and they decide to face the challenge together>
she smiles brightly Thank you, Zack! That means so much to me!
takes a deep breath Look, Perry, I know I've fucked up in the past, but I want you to know that I'm gonna be there for you, no matter what.
smiles brightly, she pulls him into a tight hug, not wanting to let go Thank you…
pulls away from the hug, a determined glint in his eyes Perry, we need to figure out what our next move is.
Let’s go home, and sit down, okay? We’ll discuss it then…
quickly wipes away a tear that escaped his eye Yeah, yeah, you're right. We should sit down and talk it out. Let's go, Perry.
She smiles at him softly as she holds his hand, leading him off the roof, and back home.
starts pacing back and forth in Perry's living room, his hands in his pockets Alright, Perry, let's get down to business.
Okay…We’ll start first then…We’ll obviously have to tell our families…How do you wanna do that?
stops pacing and looks at Perry, his voice filled with determination Alright, Perry, let's do this together. We'll sit down with both our families and break it to them simultaneously. I'll talk to mine, you talk to yours.
Sure, sounds good to me. We’ll meet back here in an hour?
Yeah, sounds good. I'll head over to my place and gather everyone. checks his watch Give me about an hour, Perry.
Gotcha, see you in an hour then. winks at him
rushes out of the house, muttering to himself Okay, okay, gotta gather everyone, gotta make sure they're all on the same page...
An hour later, they meet back at Perry’s place
enters Perry's living room, his expression serious Alright, Perry, everyone's ready. Let's do this. sits down with the rest of their families
She nods Okay, family…I have something important to tell you all…my baby is coming in May
leans forward, speaking with conviction Look, we understand this might come as a shock to all of you, but we've thought this through.
Her parents just smile, and hug her, while her brother, greets Zack My wife….is having your child…Zack’s child…In May…Tears stream down her face as her parents embrace her
<The families react with mixed emotions, some supportive, others disapproving. Perry and Zack face challenges from their loved ones throughout the pregnancy.>
Perry’s family has reacted better, especially her mother, who was thrilled at the news…Even Perry’s brother had smiled and greeted Zack
sighs, runs a hand through his hair Well, that wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. I mean, Perry's family seems pretty cool about it.