Paradigm {Complete}

{I need you}

Continuing off of the previous chapter.

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Tianna's POV

I left the library from being with Teyanna and I began to walk up the stairs to my next class.
I opened the corridor to the second floor and I headed to my class when I seen Erik kissing on another girl against the locker. I walked up to them with my hand on my hip.

"So this is why you're ignoring my fucking phone calls? You got your tongue down this hoes throat and I'm pregnant with your fucking child?"

"What? Erik who is this?" The girl asked pulling away from him.

"I'm his babymama, bitch."

Erik's face turned pale as he tried to stammer out a response. "Tianna, I—"

"Save it with ya bitch ass." I cut him off, my eyes blazing with anger. "I can't believe your hoe ass"

The girl looked between Tianna and Erik, confusion and fear written all over her face. "Erik, is this true? Are you really having a baby with her?"

Erik sighed as he began to stutter.
"Yes, it's true. But it's complicated—"

"Complicated?" Tianna scoffed. "There's nothing complicated about you being a lying, cheating hoe.
This makes it better because I'm pregnant you fucking asshole."

The girl pushed Erik away and walked off.
She hurried down the hallway, leaving Erik and I alone.

Erik took a step toward me, his expression pleading. "Tianna, please, let's talk about this."

I shook my head, tears welled up in my eyes. "There's nothing left to talk about, Erik. We're done."
I turned and walked away, leaving Erik standing there, regret etched on his face.

I walked away, feeling a mix of regret and frustration. He knew he had messed up and all I could do was cry.

I wiped away my tears as I hurried down the hallway, my mind racing. I couldn't believe Erik had betrayed, especially now that I was carrying his child.

As I reached the door to my classroom, I paused, taking a deep breath to compose herself. I knew I had to stay strong, not just for myself but for my baby too.
I pushed the door open and walked in, trying to focus on the lesson ahead.

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Tianna's POV

When I got home that evening, I went straight into my room and cried. It was nonstop. I knew that Erik felt a type of way about me being pregnant and even having a relationship but I guess I thought he'd grow up and change his mind over night.

I had my face buried into my pillow when someone knocked on my door, I thought it was one of my siblings so k told them to go away.
I then heard my door opened and I grabbed my pillow and sat up, I was about to throw it when I seen my dad, Kenny, with his hands behind his back.

"I heard you had a rough day" He said

"Yeah" I said wiping the fallen tears off my cheek.

"Maybe this will brighten your evening" He said handing me a gift from behind his back.
I smiled although it felt forced it was genuine.

"Thanks Dad" I gave him a hug and we both sat down on my bed.

"What's going on Ti?"

"I found out..my baby's father..that sounds weird...but I found out my baby's father cheated on me and got another girl pregnant.. I'm upset because I kinda thought I had a chance with him...Like I'm pregnant with his baby..I expected more from him.

He pulled me into a side hug and let me cry it out. Although he wasn't my real father,
He always knew what to do or say in my time in need. Know I know why mom chose him.

"Tianna, I know this is incredibly hard for you and I'm sorry that idiotic did that to you. But you're strong and you can go on without him" he said softly.

I nodded, trying to take comfort in his words. "Thanks, Dad."

He took a deep breath and continued,
"You know, sometimes people make mistakes, and it's not a reflection of your worth. Erik's actions are on him, not you. You deserve someone who will treat you and your baby with the love and respect you deserve."

I looked down, feeling a mix of emotions.
"I just... I thought he cared about me. And now, I don't know what to do."

He reached out and gently lifted my chin so I was looking at him. "You have to focus on what's best for you and the baby now. It's okay to feel hurt and betrayed, but don't let it define you. You have a future ahead of you, and you're going to be an amazing mother."

I felt a small spark of hope at his words.
"But what about KJ? Erik is his friend, and he doesn't know. I don't want him to find out right now."

Kenny nodded thoughtfully. "I understand. This is a delicate situation. You don't have to tell KJ right away if you're not ready. But eventually, he'll need to know, and it's better if he hears it from you.
For now, focus on taking care of yourself and the baby. When the time is right, we'll figure out how to handle it together."

I hugged him tightly, grateful for his support. "Thank you, Dad. I couldn't imagine life without you!
I love you."

He hugged me back, his voice gentle and reassuring. "Tianna. I'm here for you, always."

In that moment, I felt a sense of peace. I knew the road ahead wouldn't be easy, but with Dad by my side, I felt like I could face anything.

"Tianna, have you thought about what you want to do moving forward? About the baby, I mean."

I sighed, feeling the weight of the decision.
" I'm going to keep it but I don't know if I'm ready to be a mom."

Kenny reached out and took my hand.
"It's a big responsibility"

I nodded slowly. "I know..I don't know how mom would act and KJ.."

Kenny gave my hand a reassuring squeeze. "We'll tell them together when you're ready. For now, let's focus on getting you the support you need.
How about this I'll go with you when you tell them."

Tears filled my eyes as I looked at him.
"Thank you, Dad."

He pulled me into another hug. "You're going to be just fine, Tianna. We're in this together."