miss americana and the heartbreak prince || mason mount

c h a p t e r e i g h t

" You can plan for a change in the weather and time, but I never planned on you changing your mind"

Y/N Southgate- 'Last Kiss'

July 5, 2021

Y/N Southgate sat in her room, her mind racing with a mix of anticipation and apprehension. The weight of the unknown settled heavily upon her shoulders as she held the pregnancy test in her trembling hands. This small object had the power to shape her future, to reveal a truth that could alter the course of her life.

With a deep breath, Y/N steadied herself and followed the instructions carefully. She watched as the seconds ticked away, her heartbeat matching the rhythm of time. As the test result appeared before her eyes, her heart skipped a beat.

Positive.

The word echoed through her mind, reverberating with a cascade of emotions. Shock, disbelief, and a glimmer of joy coursed through her veins. Y/N's hand instinctively moved to her abdomen, as if trying to connect with the life that now blossomed within her.

Reality settled in, and Y/N's thoughts turned to the complexity of the situation. The father of her unborn child was Ben Chilwell, a man she had shared an intimate moment with during a night of reckless abandon. Their encounter had been fueled by desire and an unspoken connection, but the consequences had far-reaching implications.

The weight of her revelation threatened to overwhelm her. How would she navigate this newfound reality? How would it impact her relationships, her dreams, and her future? Questions swirled in her mind, each one demanding attention and resolution.

Tears welled up in Y/N's eyes as she grappled with the magnitude of her circumstances. She knew that honesty and open communication were crucial, and she couldn't keep this secret to herself any longer. It was time to face the truth head-on, regardless of the consequences.

Summoning her courage, Y/N reached for her phone and dialed Ben's number. Her fingers trembled as she held the device to her ear, her heart pounding in her chest. After a few tense moments, the call connected, and she heard Ben's voice on the other end.

"Hey, Y/N. What's up?" he asked, his tone filled with warmth and familiarity.

Y/N's voice wavered as she struggled to find the right words. "Ben, we need to talk. It's important."

A sense of concern laced Ben's voice as he responded, "Of course, Y/N. What's going on? You sound worried."

Taking a deep breath, Y/N uttered the words that would forever change the course of their lives. "I'm pregnant, Ben. We... we're going to have a child."

Silence enveloped the line as Ben processed the weight of her revelation. Y/N anxiously awaited his response, her heart pounding in her chest.

After what felt like an eternity, Ben finally spoke, his voice filled with a mix of emotions. "Y/N, I... I didn't expect this. But we'll figure it out. We'll face this together."

A surge of relief washed over Y/N as she realized that she wasn't alone in this journey. Ben's willingness to shoulder the responsibility gave her a glimmer of hope, a belief that they could navigate the challenges that lay ahead.

As they continued their conversation, discussing the complexities of their situation and the choices that lay before them, Y/N found solace in the shared understanding and support. They may have found themselves in unexpected circumstances, but together they would forge a path forward, guided by love, responsibility, and the desire to create a bright future for their child.

During uncertainty, Y/N's heart clung to the belief that this new chapter, though filled with challenges, held the potential for growth, resilience, and an unbreakable bond between parent and child. With determination and a newfound sense of purpose, she would embrace the journey, cherishing the life that bloomed within her and nurturing the hope that blossomed alongside it.