The Unwanted Marriage

Chapter 46

THEA

When they said being pregnant was tough, they really meant it.

During the first trimester of my pregnancy had been hard, not only for me but for Arthur too. Countless of morning sickness, cramps on my stomach, and mood swings. I could easily get sick whenever I smell something strong, mostly the smell of spices, fresh seafood, and eggs. I can no longer eat anything that contains eggs because it would trigger my nausea.

The first few weeks after we discovered my pregnancy, I barely had sleep at night as I would constantly wake up in the middle of the night to throw up. My nausea had gotten worse at night. I would cry after throwing up, and Arthur would console me until I got back to sleep. It was tough for the both of us, so imagine how relieved we felt after I passed the first trimester and the nausea started to decrease.

Ever since I announced my pregnancy, Arthur had become even more protective over me, that included of me not going to work, much to my dismay. He claimed that he didn't want me to overwork that could cause stress, which was never good for my pregnancy. He even talked to Matthew to let me work from home, which Matthew suggested that I took my maternity leave instead.

I didn't want to, though, I pretty much could still do some work as long as my nausea wouldn't kick in. I didn't want to take my maternity leave yet, so I agreed to work from home instead, though sometimes I would go to the office when there was a meeting that needed me to be present.

"Why can't I go to work?" I asked as I watched my husband getting dressed. "I'm capable to do things."

"Because, darling, you are pregnant." He said as the matter of fact. "And please, no more questions. My answer is still the same."

"Exactly, I'm pregnant, not dying." I fought stubbornly.

Arthur let out a sigh as he stood in front of her. "Thea, baby, it's not that I don't want you to work but you heard it yourself that the doctor specifically told you to avoid heavy activities, including work that causes stress. It's for your own health."

Greyson told me it was getting crazy in the office for the past few weeks. Lots of works and meetings. I didn't want to admit that to Arthur though.

He crouched down. "Darling, it's our first pregnancy. I just want what's the best for our baby, and for your health too."

I understood where he was coming from. I would be protective over my wife too if I were in his position. I was grateful that he was being gentle and protective over me.

"But I'm getting bored at home, all I do is being in bed and watch TV." I sighed exasperatedly. "And you're not even here with me so I'm mostly alone."

"I know, darling, and I'm sorry for that. I will work from home tomorrow, okay?"

I looked at him. "You promise?"

"Promise. Also I will take you out this weekend."

That made me smiled and excited instantly. "Yeah? Where are you taking me?"

"It's a surprise." he winked at me. "I should get going now, I promise I'll try to get home early."

"Okay, bye for now."