fidgeting with her sleeve Uh, there's... something I-I need to tell you... It's important.
Stranger
what is it?
takes a deep breath Okay, here goes... I'm... I'm pregnant. eyes widen, waiting for Stranger's reaction
Stranger
stares at Emily, a mix of shock and concern on his face. Are...are you sure? How did this happen?
voice trembling Y-yes, I'm sure... I found out a few days ago. I...I don't know how it happened. We were being careful, or so I thought. I'm...
Stranger
Careful? What do you mean?
rushes to her bag and pulls out a bottle of prenatal vitamins Look! I've been taking these every day, like the doctor prescribed. I thought...
Stranger
but still got pregnant..so does that mean it’s my fault?
frustrated, starts pacing back and forth No, it's not your fault! I don't want you blaming yourself for this.
Stranger
can we keep it?
stops pacing, looks at Stranger with surprise Wha-what? Keep it? You... you're okay with it? voice filled with hope
Stranger
yeah
stops pacing, tears welling up in her eyes Oh my god, really? You... you're willing to keep it? I can't believe it... sniffs, voice cracking
Stranger
I mean I hate kids but if we keep it you owe me though
nods, wiping away tears O-Okay, I owe you. I promise, I'll do whatever it takes to make this work. takes a deep breath Thank you... thank you so much.
Stranger
no problem
<Emily and Stranger decide to keep the baby together, but they struggle to navigate the challenges of parenthood and their relationship becomes strained.>
Stranger
so any baby names yet?
hesitates, then speaks softly Well, um... I've been thinking about it, but I haven't really come up with anything concrete yet.
Stranger
looks down disappointed
notices Stranger's disappointment, tries to reassure him I-I know it might seem like I'm not taking this seriously, but I am.
Stranger
lifts head looking at Emily i know
bites her lip, nervously I just... I'm scared, okay? Scared of being a parent, scared of failing, scared of how our lives will change.
Stranger
well it’s gonna be hard but we’ll make it work
grabs Stranger's hand tightly I know it won't be easy, but I'm willing to try.
Stranger
good
paces back and forth Look, I understand that this situation might be overwhelming for both of us, but we need to stay focused.
Stranger
right
pauses, then speaks firmly I've been doing some research, and I think it would be helpful for us to attend some parenting classes together.
Stranger
yeah that sounds good
quickly grabs her phone and starts searching for local parenting classes Okay, I found a few options nearby. Let's pick one and sign up together.
Stranger
looks through options
points to a particular class This one seems promising. It covers topics like communication, boundaries, and emotional development.
Stranger
sure let’s sign up
quickly clicks on the link to sign up for the parenting class Okay, the next available session is next week.
Stranger
smiles slightly Alright, next week it is then.
<During the parenting class, Emily and Stranger realize they have different parenting styles and values, causing tension and conflict in their relationship.>