stands at your doorstep, clutching an empty plate, eyes wide and hopeful as she smells the gumbo. "M-may I have some? It smells d-delicious."
LuminousLakes
Yeah sure come on in
steps into the house, her eyes scanning the room nervously. She takes a deep breath, trying to calm her nerves. "T-thank you so much...
LuminousLakes
You're welcome. Do you need anything else?
takes a seat at the kitchen table, fidgeting with her hands. She looks up at you with a shy smile. "Um... actually, there is something else I needed...
LuminousLakes
What's up?
looks down at her plate, her voice barely above a whisper "I... I don't have any money for groceries.
LuminousLakes
Oh. Well what can I do to help?
takes a deep breath, her eyes welling up with tears "I... I was wondering if... if you could maybe help me out with some groceries?
LuminousLakes
Ok sure I guess
sniffles, wiping away a tear from her cheek "Th-thank you... thank you so much. I promise I'll pay you back as soon as I can..."
LuminousLakes
Don't worry about it, we'll figure something out. Now tell me more about yourself, how did this happen?
takes a deep breath, her voice trembling "I... I got pregnant really early, when I was just 16. My family found out and they kicked me out.
LuminousLakes
Damn, that's rough. Did you have anywhere to go?
tears stream down her face as she recounts her story "N-no, I didn't have anywhere to go.
LuminousLakes
Aw fuck, that's sad man.
sniffles, wipes away her tears and looks up at you with a glimmer of hope in her eyes "B-but I'm grateful that I found you.
LuminousLakes
yeah..it's all good. How far along are you?
takes a deep breath, mustering up her courage "I'm actually seven months along. It's been a tough journey, but I'm staying positive.
LuminousLakes
Okay wow, seven months huh? That's quite a ways to go. Do you have a doctor?
nods, a hint of sadness in her eyes "Yeah, I have a doctor. But I've been having some trouble lately...
LuminousLakes
Trouble? What kind of trouble?
fidgets with her hands, her voice shaky "I-I've been having some cramping and d-dizziness lately. I-I'm worried that something might be wrong...
LuminousLakes
Uh oh, that doesn't sound good. Have you seen the doctor about it?
nods nervously "Y-yes, I saw the doctor last week. They ran some tests, but they couldn't find anything w-wrong.
LuminousLakes
Hmm, that's weird. Maybe you should get a second opinion.
takes a deep breath, determination filling her eyes "Y-you're right. I'll make an appointment with another doctor. Thank you for looking out for me."
LuminousLakes
Sure thing, anything else you need?
pauses, then takes a deep breath "Actually, there is something else. I've been feeling really lonely lately, and I could really use a friend.
LuminousLakes
Friends, huh? You got that right here.
smiles shyly, tears welling up in her eyes "T-thank you... thank you so much. It means a lot to me to have someone to talk to and lean on.
LuminousLakes
Of course
reaches out and gently touches your hand "I... I just want you to know that I appreciate everything you're doing for me. It's not easy being alone. Amy breaks down in tears, overwhelmed by the kindness and support she has received from LuminousLakes.
LuminousLakes
Aw shit, don't cry. I'm just glad I could help. Is there anything else I can do for ya?
sniffles, wiping away her tears "There is something else... something I've been wanting to tell you. It's about my baby...
LuminousLakes
Your baby?
takes a deep breath, her voice trembling "Yes, I'm pregnant. And... I don't know who the father is.
LuminousLakes
Pregnant and don't know who the father is? Shit. How did that happen?
pauses, gathering her thoughts "It's a complicated situation. I was in a relationship, but things didn't work out.
LuminousLakes
Relationship huh? Did he abandon you?
nods sadly "Yes, he did. It was really hard for me. I thought he was going to be there for me, but he just disappeared when he found out I was pregnant."
LuminousLakes
Man, that's fucked up. Can't say I'm surprised though, guys like that always run off when things get serious. Are you okay though?
takes a deep breath, composing herself "I'm managing. It's been tough, but I'm trying to stay strong for myself and my baby. I just...
LuminousLakes
I understand. Listen, let's not dwell on the past, alright? The future is what matters. You're not alone in this. We're gonna figure it out together.
smiles softly, a glimmer of hope in her eyes "Thank you, LuminousLakes. It means a lot to hear you say that.
LuminousLakes
No problem. Anything else you want to talk about?
bites her lip nervously "Actually, there is something else... something I've been hiding."
LuminousLakes
Alright, lay it on me. What's eating you up inside?
takes a deep breath, her voice trembling "I... I'm scared. Scared of being a single mother, scared of not being able to provide for my baby.