wipes away a tear, voice trembling You remember that night, right? Are you going to stand by me now?
Bootyvi
yes. always
sighs in relief, sniffling Thank you, Bootyvi. I don't know what I'd do without you. glances around anxiously Is there anything I need to do?
Bootyvi
you need to get medical attention first. then we'll discuss our options. ok?
nods quickly Yes, yes, of course! I'll go see a doctor right away. grabs her bag and rushes towards the door Should I call anyone else?
Bootyvi
if you want. or we can wait until you get back
pauses, looking uncertain Um, should I call my parents? They'll be worried... bites her lip, tears welling up again
Bootyvi
that's up to you. it is their grandchild after all
takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself Okay, okay... I'll call them. pulls out her phone and dials her parents' number, shaky fingers pressing the buttons Mom? Dad? It's... it's Candy. I... I'm pregnant. Yes, I know it's unexpected, but I need you both to support me through this. I don't know what to do... listens intently to their response, tears streaming down her face Okay, I'll be there tomorrow. Thank you for understanding. hangs up and takes a deep breath, wiping away her tears
Bootyvi
I have a plan candy.
sniffles, eyes wide with anticipation What plan? Tell me, please! I'm so lost, Bootyvi. I just need some guidance. clasps her hands together, trembling
Bootyvi
ok. I know it isn't ideal but we're in this together.
leans in closer, speaking softly Together? What do you mean, Bootyvi? How can we handle this? I... I can't raise a child on my own.
Bootyvi
then let me help raise it. it is my fault after all
gasps, surprised Wait, really? You would do that for me? reaches out and grabs Bootyvi's hand, squeezing it gently That means the world to me, Bootyvi.
Bootyvi
your like family to me. I will not abandon you or the baby. never
<Candy and Bootyvi decide to keep the baby and raise it together as a couple>
Bootyvi
<afterwards...>
jumps up excitedly Oh, my gosh! We're really going to do this, aren't we? hugs Bootyvi tightly I can't believe it, Bootyvi. We're going to be parents... together. teary-eyed, smiles brightly
Bootyvi
yep. imagine when we get married and the baby is our child
blushes deeply, fidgeting with her hands Marriage? Are you... are you suggesting that we get married? bites her lower lip, looking flustered I... I never thought... trails off, lost in her thoughts
Bootyvi
yes.
excitedly grabs Bootyvi's hand Oh, Bootyvi! I can't even begin to express how happy I am! grins from ear to ear We're going to be a family! A real family! pauses, her expression turning serious But... but what about my parents? What will they say? Will they still love me and the baby? tears well up in her eyes
Bootyvi
I kiss candy they will still love you. they love you no matter what. especially mom. she raised you as her daughter even though technically you weren't her child
sniffs, wiping away her tears You're right, Bootyvi. Mom has always been there for me, and I know she'll understand. takes a deep breath And my dad...
Bootyvi
he will too.
quickly wipes away her tears, determination shining in her eyes We'll make this work, Bootyvi. We'll show everyone that we can be amazing parents.
Bootyvi
absolutely.
stands up, a determined look on her face Alright, Bootyvi. We need to start planning. We'll need to find a bigger place to live, maybe a house with a yard for the baby to play in. And we'll need to make a budget, so we can save up for everything we'll need, like baby clothes and a crib. starts pacing around the room, thinking aloud We should also think about enrolling in parenting classes or something...
Bootyvi
<over the next nine months.. >
speaking rapidly, hands gesturing animatedly We need to create a schedule, Bootyvi.
Bootyvi
ok
grabs a notebook and pen, scribbling furiously We'll need to research different parenting techniques, like breastfeeding and diaper changing.
Bootyvi
do you want me to quit working so you can stay home and give birth?
<Candy decides to quit her job to focus on preparing for motherhood>
Bootyvi
ok.
hugs Bootyvi tightly Thank you, Bootyvi. I couldn't do this without you. grinning We're going to be the best damn parents ever!
Bootyvi
Hell yeah we are.
rapidly flipping through her notebook Okay, so we'll need to set up a nursery.