Chapter 3 0003

I was somewhat fazed for a minute or two as I grappled with what I had just heard from the doctor.

'You're two months pregnant.' the words echoed repeatedly in my mind like a mantra. It felt so unfamiliar yet so shocking. I couldn't believe it.

I absentmindedly collected the paperwork from her, my mind still hazy with numerous thoughts.

"Pregnant?" Amelia blurted out. She was just as fazed as I was.

"Yes, miss. There's nothing wrong with her, she's simply experiencing the symptoms of her pregnancy. I will have some drugs prescribed for her nonetheless." The doctor added, her smile still intact.

My lips slightly parted in shock. I couldn't believe it. I just couldn't believe it. I was pregnant? I quickly pulled out of my reverie and skimmed through the paperwork, which boldly confirmed the doctor's words. This was my test report with my name on it, I wasn't mistaken. And then it began to dawn on me slowly.

I realized I truly hadn't seen my period for the previous month. I also recalled the sudden dizziness I experienced whenever I tried to work, one of the reasons I had closed early for the day my husband cheated on me. I remembered the occasional bouts of illness I experienced in Amelia's home. Putting these things together, I could now see the bigger picture even though I found it hard to believe.

I was pregnant? I was really pregnant? With Sebastian's baby? I couldn't believe it. It was so unreal.

"Oh, my goodness, we're going to have a baby!" Amelia screeched, excitement bubbling within her as she glanced at me.

I was still in a daze but I struggled to regain my composure. I blinked weakly, my mind spiraling with thoughts. At that moment, I felt a mix of emotions: disbelief, elation, and sadness. I couldn't believe I was pregnant with Sebastian's baby yet at the same time, I was brimming with happiness. Pure joy flooded my heart as I lowered my gaze to my belly. I couldn't help but cradle it protectively, now realizing a life was growing in it. Not just any life, but Sebastian and I's baby.

A tear slipped down my cheek as I basked in that joyful moment. I was pregnant with Sebastian's baby! A smile broke through my lips as I finally realized this might be my way of getting back my husband!

**

"The fuck do you mean you're going back to inform Sebastian?" Amelia snapped at me as we walked out of the hospital. I had just shared with her my plans and needless to say, she wasn't quite impressed with the idea. She hated Sebastian and felt he didn't deserve to know the good news.

Nonetheless, I halted in my tracks, turning to face her in an attempt to justify my decisions to her.

"Amy, he deserves to know, alright? It's his baby..."

But she cut me off in annoyance. "He doesn't deserve to know shit! Need I remind you what he did? He cheated on you, Kristine! In your matrimonial home! Are you just going to sweep that off the carpet and be with him again? That cheating piece of shit!"

"Calm down, Amelia!" I implored, heaving a sigh. I continued. "Whether you and I like it or not, Sebastian is still the father of this baby. He deserves to know and I'm sure when he's aware, he's not going to marry his mistress anymore. He'll take me back."

I witnessed the fury that blazed in Amelia's eyes as she absorbed my explanation. She thought I had gone crazy and was completely delusional, but I didn't care. I still loved Sebastian and was willing to do anything to have him back in my life. This pregnancy news just seemed to be the best remedy for that.

"Is that it? You're really doing this?" Amelia asked, disappointment dripping from her voice as we resumed walking again.

I nodded subtly without sparing her a glance. My mind was preoccupied with the thoughts of seeing the love of my life again. The one whose kisses ignite a fire in me that only he can sate. I longed for him. I wanted him! And I was going to have him back.

"You coming?" I asked Amelia as I opened the door to the driver's seat.

"Absolutely fucking not!" She gritted through clenched teeth.

I regarded her for a moment before shrugging. "Okay, I guess I'll see you some other time then," I said, knowing I wouldn't be returning back to her house with the assumption that Sebastian would accept me back after learning of the pregnancy.

With that resolve, a smile spread across my face as I slipped into the driver's seat and turned on the ignition.

I glanced at Amelia with a smile still etched on my face. "Thank you for taking care of me these past two weeks. I really appreciate it and I will ensure to let my husband know the good you did for me."

Disgust contorted Amelia's face. "The fuck?"

"Get home safe, Amelia." I chuckled softly, redirecting my gaze to the road before driving out of the parking lot.

Several thoughts of anticipation coursed through me as I headed towards my husband's(I refused to use the word 'ex') company. I couldn't wait to deliver the news to him.