looks up from his newspaper, eyes softening Hey, kiddo, how w-was school?
EtherealGeyser
stammers Actually... I-I'm pregnant.
drops the newspaper, his face a mix of shock and concern Wh-what? How long have you known?
EtherealGeyser
I found out yesterday.
stands up abruptly, pacing This is... this is serious. We need to figure out what to do next.
EtherealGeyser
Do you think we should tell mom?
pauses, takes a deep breath I think... we need to be honest with her. She deserves to know, but it's gonna be tough.
EtherealGeyser
What if she gets really mad?
sighs heavily, sits back down We'll have to face it together. No matter what happens, we'll take responsibility for our actions.
EtherealGeyser
Okay... I trust you.
reaches out and holds EtherealGeyser's hand We're gonna get through this together, kiddo. I promise.
EtherealGeyser
Thank you, Dad. I'm scared, but I'm ready to face this with you.
takes a deep breath, stands up Alright, first things first. Let's go talk to your mom and let her know what's going on.
EtherealGeyser
Okay... I'm nervous, but I'm ready.
leads EtherealGeyser to the kitchen where their mother is making dinner Mom, we need to talk.
EtherealGeyser
takes a deep breath Mom, Dad and I found out that I'm pregnant.
gasps, her eyes widening in shock Pregnant? Wh-who's the father, EtherealGeyser?
EtherealGeyser
It's my boyfriend, Kyle.
takes a moment to compose herself, then speaks firmly We need to sit down and discuss this as a family.
EtherealGeyser
Okay... I'm prepared for whatever comes next.
The family sits down for a tense discussion about EtherealGeyser's pregnancy
EtherealGeyser
Mom, Dad, I understand if you're upset or worried. But Kyle and I are committed to raising this baby together.
takes a deep breath, looks at both EtherealGeyser and Nick I need to know that you both will take responsibility for this child.