More Than A Game (A Kylia Story)

Facing The World Together

Chapter 18

The early morning sunlight streamed through the kitchen window as Malia and Kylie sat at the table, their hands entwined, hearts racing at the thought of sharing their news. Today was the day they would tell their families about the pregnancy—a significant moment that could alter the course of their lives forever.

Malia looked across the table at Kylie, she wore a determined expression that gave her the courage she needed. "Are you ready?" Malia asked, her voice trembling slightly.

Kylie nodded, her grip tightening around Malia's hand. "As ready as we'll ever be. We just have to be honest with them."

Malia took a deep breath, pushing back the anxiety churning in her stomach. "Okay, let's do this."

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They decided to start with Malia's parents. Malia had already told her little sister over the phone. Julia and Michael were usually warm and supportive, but she couldn't shake the fear of disappointing them. Malia stood and made her way to the living room, where her parents were enjoying their morning coffee. She exchanged a glance with Kylie, who followed closely behind.

"Mom, Dad?" Malia called, her voice steady despite the fluttering in her chest.

Julia looked up, her smile fading slightly when she noticed the seriousness in her daughter's expression. "What is it, sweetheart?"

Malia took a deep breath, her heart pounding. "Kylie and I have something important to tell you."

Michael leaned forward, concern etched on his face. "You're scaring us, Malia. What's going on?"

"Um, I'm pregnant," Malia said, the words tumbling out in a rush. She met her parents' wide eyes, searching for any hint of their reaction.

Julia gasped, and Michael's expression shifted from shock to concern. "Pregnant?" Julia echoed her voice barely a whisper.

"Yes," Kylie added, stepping forward slightly. "We know this is unexpected, but we're excited, and we want to make this work."

Julia's eyes glistened with tears as she processed the news. "Oh, Malia... Are you sure you're ready for this? You're so young."

"I know it's a lot to take in," Malia said, her voice shaking. "But I love Kylie, and we've talked about this. We want to be parents together."

Michael rubbed the back of his neck, clearly struggling to find the right words. "I'm proud of you for being honest, but have you thought about how this will affect your future? Your education, your goals?"

Kylie interjected, her voice steady and confident. "We're committed to continuing our education and making this work. We'll figure it out together."

Julia wiped her tears, a mix of fear and love in her eyes. "I want you to be happy, but this is a big responsibility. Are you both sure you understand what you're taking on?"

Malia nodded, her resolve strengthening. "We've talked about it a lot. We know it won't be easy, but we're ready to face it together."

After a tense pause, Julia reached across the table and took both of their hands in hers. "If this is truly what you want, then I'll support you. We'll figure this out as a family."

"Thank you," Malia whispered, relief flooding her as she felt the weight of her parents' acceptance.

Michael sighed, his expression softening. "We love you both. Just remember, we're here to help."

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Later that day, the mood in Kylie's home was much the same—nervous and uncertain. Her parents, Carol and Alex, were known for their open-mindedness, but the gravity of the situation still weighed heavily on Kylie's heart.

Kylie led Malia into the living room, where her parents were gathered, and her heart raced in anticipation. "Mom, Dad, can we talk?" she asked, her voice shaky.

Carol looked up, a hint of concern in her eyes. "Of course, what's on your mind?"

Kylie took a deep breath, feeling Malia's presence beside her as a source of strength. "Um, we have something important to share. I'm pregnant."

The silence that followed felt suffocating. Carol's eyes widened, and Alex's expression shifted to one of disbelief. "Wait, what?" Alex asked, glancing between the two girls. "Are you serious?"

"Yes," Malia confirmed, squeezing Kylie's hand tighter. "We know it's unexpected, but we want to make this work."

Carol's expression quickly shifted from shock to worry. "Kylie, you're still in school. This is a huge responsibility. Are you sure you're ready for this?"

Kylie felt a lump form in her throat. "I know it's a lot, but we've talked about it, and we both want to be parents together."

Alex shook his head slowly. "What about your dreams? Your basketball career? Are you willing to put that on hold?"

Kylie felt her chest tighten. "I'm not giving up on my dreams, Dad. I plan to keep playing, and Malia is there to support me. We're committed to making this work, no matter what."

Carol's eyes softened, and she moved closer, placing a hand on Kylie's shoulder. "I want you to be happy, sweetheart. I just want you to be sure about this decision."

Malia stepped forward, meeting Carol's gaze. "We've thought about this a lot. We want to do this together. We want your support."

After a long pause, Alex sighed, rubbing his temples. "If this is truly what you both want, we'll support you. But you need to know it's not going to be easy."

"We know," Kylie replied a hint of determination in her voice. "But we're ready to face it."

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As the day progressed, friends began to arrive, creating a network of support around the couple. Morgan and Momona burst through the door, excitement radiating from them.

"Malia! Kylie! We heard the news!" Morgan exclaimed, her voice high-pitched with enthusiasm.

Malia felt a rush of relief wash over her. "Yeah, we wanted to tell everyone together."

Momona wrapped her arms around both girls in a tight hug. "This is amazing! You two are going to be the best parents ever!"

Kylie chuckled, her heart warming at the sight of their friends rallying around them. "Thanks, but we'll definitely need all the help we can get!"

As the evening wore on, friends and family continued to pour in, filling the house with laughter and chatter. Kayla came bounding through the door, her eyes wide with excitement.

"I can't believe you're having a baby! This is the best news ever!" she squealed, throwing her arms around both Malia and Kylie.

"Thanks, Kayla," Kylie said, feeling her spirits lift. "We're excited, but it's a little scary too."

Ruby joined them shortly after, her expression glowing. "You two are going to rock this! Just know I'm here for anything you need—baby shopping, planning, you name it!"

The atmosphere buzzed with excitement, and Malia felt a sense of hope blossom in her chest. They weren't alone; they had a whole community behind them, ready to support them through the challenges ahead.

As the night wore on, laughter filled the air, and with each new story and shared memory, Kylie and Malia realized they had an army of support surrounding them. They were ready to face the world together, hand in hand, with their friends and family standing by their side.