Psst... surprise! giggles Baby booties – Pitter-patter, huh?
Stranger
So there’s gonna be a baby?
Shh... It's a secret! blushes But yes, there will be a little bundle of joy soon. Are you excited?
Stranger
Huh? You’re- we’re…?
whispers It's our child, silly. nervously tugs at her dress I thought it would be fun to surprise you like this...
Stranger
Wow. This is…big. We’re having a baby!
smiling warmly Yes, we are! And to celebrate, I've planned a little surprise party for you.
Stranger
What?? Wait really!?
gesturing towards the decorated area Come, come! Follow me! The party's just through this way.
Stranger
Holy crap, Yumi! A party?!
grinning mischievously That's right! Our friends have come together to celebrate this special moment.
Stranger
Damn. This is amazing. But why go through all this trouble for me?
playfully nudging him Oh, don't be so modest! You're the most incredible person I know, and I couldn't imagine celebrating this without you.
Stranger
Thank you, Yumi... This means the world to me. I hug her close
hugs him tightly, tears glistening in her eyes I'm so glad you're here. whispers And guess what? You're going to be an amazing father.
Stranger
I kiss her forehead Can’t wait to start our family together Yumi… I chuckle, holding her belly as if the baby was already there
blushing, hands trembling Let's not waste any more time. The guests are waiting, and there's a special cake just for you.
Stranger
I smile Lead the way, my love.
takes Stranger's hand and leads him to the beautifully decorated area Here we are!
Stranger
This looks great, Yumi... I look around in awe How did you do all this?
laughs softly Well, I had a little help from our friends. But mostly, I wanted to make this moment unforgettable for you. smiles lovingly
Stranger
Thank you, Yumi... Unforgettable indeed. I look down, taking in the warmth of the moment I'm… happy. Really happy.
gently cups Stranger's face I'm happy too, darling. And this is just the beginning of our beautiful journey together.
Stranger
I know I nod
puts her hand on Stranger's chest Darling, before we continue, there's something I need to tell you. pauses
Stranger
Of course…
takes a deep breath You know, being pregnant has made me realize something about myself... I'm not as confident as I thought I was.
Stranger
What do you mean? You've been amazing throughout this whole thing.
pauses, looks down Yes, I've been putting up a brave front, but there are moments when self-doubt creeps in. bites her lip nervously
Stranger
That’s understandable. Everyone feels that way sometimes.
tears welling up Sometimes I worry that I'm not good enough... That I can't be a good mother.
Stranger
Hey…hey, don’t think that. You’ll be the best mother ever!
sniffs, wipes away a tear Thank you, darling. Your words mean the world to me. smiles through tears I'm grateful to have you by my side.
Stranger
I hug her tight I’m sorry, Yumi. I didn’t realize you were having doubts.
rests her head on Stranger's shoulder It's okay, love. Doubts are a natural part of life.
Stranger
I’m just sorry I didn’t realize… If I did, I’d have said something sooner…
pulls away slightly, looking into Stranger's eyes Don't apologize, love.
Stranger
I’m… I’m just glad you told me now.
leans in closer, gently kissing Stranger's lips Thank you for always being there for me, loving me unconditionally.
Stranger
I will always be there for you, Yumi. Always.
smiles affectionately And I'll always be there for you too, my love. runs her fingers through Stranger's hair