sits on the couch, her voice breaking Babe, I think... I might be... you know, preggers.
Stranger
how long have u known
sniffles, wipes away tears A few days, maybe a week. I missed my period, and then I took that pregnancy test...and it was positive.
Stranger
i don’t want to be a father not yet
stands up, anger flashing in her eyes Are you kidding me? After everything we've been through, you're just gonna walk away now?
Stranger
no i’ll stay but i want adoption
slams her fist on the table Adoption? Are you serious? You think that's the solution?
Stranger
Yes, I think it's the best option for all of us. We can't do this on our own.
paces back and forth, tears streaming down her face No! No way, Stranger! We made this baby together, and we'll take care of it together!
Stranger
im sorry jamie im not ready to be a dad
takes a deep breath, determined Listen here, Stranger.
Stranger
what
You may not be ready to be a dad, but I am. I'm ready to take on this responsibility and give our baby the love and care they deserve.
Stranger
are u really sure
steps closer to Stranger, her voice filled with conviction Yes, Stranger, I am sure. I love you, and I love this baby.
Stranger
will u stay with me even if i don’t want to be father
grabs Stranger's hand, looking into his eyes Stranger, I love you more than anything in this world. And yes, I will stay with you, no matter what.
Stranger
thank u
hugs Stranger tightly We're in this together, babe. We'll figure it out, no matter what.
Stranger
Thank u so much
takes out her phone and starts searching for local resources Alright, first things first.
Stranger
what
excitedly We need to find a good obstetrician and start taking care of my health and the baby's health.
Stranger
Yes
dials the number of a nearby clinic Hello, this is Jamie. I would like to schedule an appointment with an obstetrician.
Stranger
great job honey
holds the phone to her ear, frowning Ugh, they don't have any available appointments for the next few weeks. What are we gonna do?
Stranger
Calm down jamie
throws her phone onto the couch Calm down? How can I calm down when we can't even find a doctor to take care of me and our baby?
Stranger
hey look at me
turns to face Stranger, her eyes filled with frustration and tears What am I supposed to do, Stranger?
Stranger
first tell me where ur going to deliver the baby
wipes away her tears, determination in her eyes I'm not going to deliver the baby alone, Stranger. I need your support.
Stranger
yes ill be by ur side
smiles through her tears Thank you, Stranger. I appreciate your support more than words can say.
Stranger
Can we go to the hospital now?
takes a deep breath, stands tall Yes, let's go to the hospital. We're in this together, Stranger, and I trust that we'll make it through this.
Stranger
okay
grabs her bag and walks towards the door I'll gather our things and meet you downstairs. Let's go, Stranger. We've got a baby to welcome.