Caught a Responsible Man after the Break Up

X - Lines

The confession video was taken by the old woman.

Originally, she was meant to take a picture of the couple because the lighting of the setting sun was breathtaking. However, she noticed that a special moment was about to happen so she set the phone camera to video.

The couple thanked the old woman after receiving the file and went on separate ways.

Meanwhile, the two dropped by the pharmacy to complete the prescription for vitamins and supplements to replenish Ember's body.

Two days ago, after work, they went to the clinic because of Ember's weak body. As shameful as it is, they told the doctor that she gets a fever after they did some intimate things.  They bought a portion of the medicine from the hospital pharmacy so they could buy the completed number from the pharmacy outside because the hospital pharmacy charges more.

When they got home, Ember saved the movie file on the laptop and started editing while on the sofa.

"Were you preparing for some kind of presentation?" Clover sat beside her with cheese rings, chips, and a liter of apple juice.

"Well, when we get married, this can be played in the reception." She turned her head and saw a chip on Clover's hand.

She opened her mouth and received the chip leisurely.

"Capture a frame; the best one. Then post it on my Insta."

"You want to announce it?" Ember's eyes widened with a wide grin.

"Yes, why not? You won't take it back, right?" He handed her a glass of juice and continued, "Now that you agreed to marry me, I cannot wait to plan everything the soonest."

"How soon do you want it? I have no relatives to invite. The closest would be the orphanage director and my benefactor. Other than that, I only have a few friends from college and friends and bosses from work. That's it. I'm in no hurry but I have no problem if you want it anytime. Even next month hahaha!"

"Let's set the date by December. Likely in the first week."

"Okay!"

Other wedding details were roughly drafted that night before they went to separate rooms to sleep.

Another round of congratulations bombarded Clover at the office and under his Insta.

Ember was pestered by his new friends from the office.

A few weeks passed and October first arrived.

Clover is sitting quietly at the office wondering about something.

"It's been two months..." he muttered to himself.

At lunchtime, he decided to visit the pharmacy.

When he got back, he saw Meadows sitting in his office.

"Yes, madam, what can I do for you? The reports for the new client system setup were already sent to you and other concerned departments this morning. Have you seen it?"

Meadows scoffed and glared at him.

"You know, just stop. No matter what you do, I will never go back to you. Stop doing things to get my attention."

Clover, an intellectual, of course, knew what she was talking about. The simple picture of him on one knee on a serene afternoon, offering a ring to a woman is pretty obvious. He is engaged.

"Ms. Meadow, my life is unrestrained and cannot be controlled by you regardless of what your reaction may be. I am a director from your company, yes, but your influence governs within professional boundaries only. I am really confused why you're always thinking about what I do and that it's done to get a reaction from you."

"Shut up!" she breathed angrily.

A knock stopped their conversation. Clover simply allowed the person to come in.

"It's past twelve, I'm hungry—"... Lichen stopped and quickly got embarrassed when he saw Meadow.

"Hello, Madam. I'm sorry. Please continue, I will just return later."

Both Meadow and Clover stood up and said, "No!"

"It's fine," she looked at Clover and said, "I'll check the report you sent and discuss it with the CEO."

She turned around and left.

Lichen waited for Meadow to leave before breathing a sigh of relief.

"I'm sorry!!! You weren't here awhile ago so I came back just now."

"It's fine. Let's eat at the cafeteria. I heard their special mango peach graham cake is available today. I already reserved three orders for us."

"Okay! You're awesome! But why three?... oh for the 'baby' at home eh? Huh? Huh?" Lichen teased Clover but stopped when he remembered to ask.

"Wait, but why was she here?" regarding Meadow.

"You don't wanna know. Let's go."

During dinner which was prepared by Clover, they chatted leisurely about their day at work. Once done, they cleaned up the table and went to the sofa to rest.

Clover put the peach mango graham cake on a small plate and pushed it towards Ember.

Ember clapped her hands in delight. She waited for Clover to sit before she put her legs on his lap. She took the plate and started eating.

"Baby, I have a question. You still haven't had your period, right? It's already two months."

Ember wrinkled her forehead while thinking but continued chewing.

"Mmm, yes... now that you mentioned it. You're right."

"I bought PTs, can you check? I am worried. Your body is a bit healthier now. However, if there's a little life in there or your reproductive health is troubled, we absolutely need to go to an OB asap either way."

"Okay, don't worry. I'll go now." she stood up.

"Now?" Clover assisted her.

"Yeah, if I'm really pregnant, it will appear regardless of what time of the day."  she left him after picking up the pharmacy packet Clover pointed on the table.

Ember performed what she should. 

Contrary to what you see in the movies, you don't need to wait for a minute to see. If you were pregnant, the slow wetting of the result window will automatically show the lines as the liquid passes through.

Ember sat motionless when she saw it appear before her eyes, like magic.

Ember saw two lines.