George's siblings, Legend and Queen, exchanged shocked glances as George told them everything that had happened with Nova the previous day. The weight of the secret hung heavily in the air, and George's anxiety was palpable.
Legend was the first to speak, his voice barely above a whisper. "George, what are you going to do? This is serious."
Queen, still processing the information, added, "Have you told Nova's parents yet? And what about Mom and Dad? They need to know."
George shook his head, his face pale. "No, I haven't told anyone else yet. I was too scared. I don't know how they'll react."
Legend put a reassuring hand on George's shoulder. "We'll figure this out together. But you can't keep it a secret for long. Nova needs support, and so do you."
Queen nodded in agreement. "We'll help you tell Mom and Dad. They might be upset at first, but they'll support you in the end. They always do."
George took a deep breath, feeling a little comforted by his siblings' support. "Thanks, guys. I just... I don't want to disappoint them."
"You won't," Legend said firmly. "It's a tough situation, but we'll get through it as a family."
"Yeah," Queen added, giving George a determined look. "We'll be there for you every step of the way."
Later that evening, after dinner, George, Legend, and Queen gathered their courage and approached their parents, who were sitting in the living room. George's heart raced as he began to speak.
"Mom, Dad, we need to talk," George said, his voice trembling.
The Miz and Valerie looked at their son with concern. "What's going on, George?" Valerie asked gently.
George took a deep breath and, with his siblings by his side, told them everything about Nova and the pregnancy. As the words spilled out, he watched his parents' expressions shift from shock to concern.
Valerie was the first to react, pulling George into a tight hug. "Oh, George, this is big news. But we're here for you. We'll figure this out together."
The Miz, though visibly taken aback, nodded in agreement. "Your mom's right. This is a serious situation, but you're not alone. We'll support you and Nova through this."
George felt a wave of relief wash over him. With his family's support, he knew they could face whatever challenges lay ahead. "Thank you," he said, his voice choked with emotion. "I was so scared."
"We know," Valerie said, stroking his hair. "But we're a family. And we'll get through this together, no matter what."
As the family embraced, George felt a renewed sense of hope. With the support of his parents and siblings, he knew they could navigate this difficult journey together. The Miz's face was stern as he looked at George. "George, I'm disappointed in you. This is a huge responsibility, and it's something you should have thought about more carefully." He paused, taking a deep breath to control his anger. "As a consequence, you're grounded for two months. No video games, no TV, and no phone."
George hung his head, feeling a mixture of guilt and shame. "I understand, Dad," he mumbled, accepting his punishment.
Valerie, standing beside The Miz, tried to soften the moment. "We know this is hard, but it's important to understand the gravity of the situation. You need to take responsibility, and we'll be here to help you through it."
Legend and Queen exchanged worried glances but stayed silent, knowing this was a crucial moment for their brother.
The Miz continued, his tone a bit gentler. "This isn't just about the punishment, George. It's about learning from this and stepping up. You've got a baby on the way now, and that means big changes for everyone."
George nodded, his eyes downcast. "I know, Dad. I'll do my best."
Valerie placed a reassuring hand on George's shoulder. "We'll help you figure out the next steps. But you have to be responsible and show us that you can handle this."
George looked up at his parents, feeling a mixture of relief and determination. "I will. I promise."
As the family dispersed, Valerie gave The Miz a concerned look. "We need to support him through this, even if we're upset."
The Miz nodded, his expression softening. "I know. It's just... a lot to take in. But we'll get through it together."
Valerie sighed, "We will. Now, let's figure out the best way to support George and Nova."
Later that night, as George lay in bed, he thought about the upcoming months and the challenges he would face. He knew it wouldn't be easy, but with his family by his side, he felt a glimmer of hope.
