The Last Goodbye

Chapter 17

In the cozy ambiance of Velvet Brew café, Nora sat at a quaint table with her friends Agnes and Anita, enveloped in a conversation that veered towards the topic of children. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee mingled with the sweet scent of the café's popular red velvet cake, creating a comforting atmosphere for the trio.

Nora, taking a bite of the delectable cake, inquired gently, "So, how long until the due date, Agnes?" Her eyes reflected genuine curiosity as she awaited her friend's response.

Agnes, with a radiant smile, placed a hand on her small baby bump, exuding joy as she shared, "6 months. it's not due until September." Her eyes sparkled with anticipation and happiness, painting a picture of maternal bliss.

Curiosity piqued, Nora probed further, "That's amazing, what are you planning on having? A baby girl or a baby boy?" Her fingers absentmindedly stirred the contents of her coffee cup, a gesture that mirrored her contemplative mood.

Agnes, savoring her coffee, revealed with a hint of indecision, "Well, I wanted a girl but Glenn wanted a boy, so I don't mind the baby's gender." Her words resonated with the harmony of compromise and shared dreams.

Anita, with a warm smile, turned her attention towards Nora, her voice laced with curiosity, "How about you, Nora? Are you and Felix planning on having children?" Her eyes filled with genuine interest as she awaited Nora's response.

Nora's expression shifted slightly, a fleeting moment of vulnerability crossing her features as she confided, "Well, about that. I've been asking him if he wants to have children with me, but he's always not ready to be a father." Her words were tinged with a hint of longing and unspoken emotions.

Anita, perceptive to Nora's unspoken thoughts, offered a supportive suggestion, "Oh, Nora, we've always wanted to see you grow a bump someday. Did you ever try telling Felix about starting a family together? You know, how about you tell him how badly you want a baby with him." Her words were filled with encouragement and a gentle nudge towards open communication.

Nora enveloped in a moment of contemplative silence, remained still, her thoughts swirling with unspoken desires and uncertainties. The café's ambiance seemed to cocoon her in a veil of introspection, as she grappled with the weight of her friend's words and the unspoken truths that lingered in the air. The gentle hum of conversations and the clinking of cups provided a backdrop to Nora's silent reflection, a moment frozen in time amidst the warmth of friendship and the gentle prodding towards heartfelt conversations.

In a moment of raw vulnerability, Nora's emotions spilled forth during her friends' comforting presence. Seated at the familiar table in Velvet Brew café, the air thick with unspoken sentiments, Nora's voice quivered as she shared her inner turmoil.

"I don't know, sometimes he can have atrocious mood swings, and I don't want to force him. Or else it'll cause chaos. I know how he looks when he's not in a good mood, so I don't want to spoil his day. He might want to throw a hot temper at me," Nora confided, her words laced with a sense of fear and apprehension. The weight of her unspoken emotions hung heavy in the air, her tears glistening with unshed sorrow.

Anita, with a tone of concern and empathy, interjected gently, "But Nora, he's your husband. You should do something about it. Plus, he's going to be okay with you if you tell him how you feel." Her words carried a sense of urgency, a reminder of the importance of open communication in relationships. "You deserve to have children with him," Anita added, her voice filled with unwavering support and compassion.

Nora, overcome with emotions, felt the floodgates of her heart open wide as she contemplated the complexities of her situation. "I know. If he finds it hard to make babies with me, then I guess I should opt for adoption since he doesn't want to have a baby," Nora uttered, her voice tinged with resignation and a hint of unspoken acceptance.