chapter 12 : the unexpected news

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Ethan sat in the doctor’s office, heart pounding. He had been feeling off for weeks, dismissing it as stress or exhaustion, but Samantha had insisted he see a doctor, worried that something more serious might be going on.

When the doctor finally came in, his face held an expression Ethan couldn’t quite read. “Ethan,” he began gently, “I have something surprising to tell you.”

Ethan felt his chest tighten, bracing for bad news. “What is it?”

The doctor took a breath, leaning forward. “Ethan, you’re pregnant.”

Time seemed to stop as Ethan’s mind raced to process the words. Pregnant? It didn’t seem real. He looked up, meeting the doctor’s eyes, trying to find words to respond.

“Is… is that even possible?” he stammered.

The doctor gave a small nod, understanding the shock. “In rare cases, yes. I know it’s a lot to take in, but you’re healthy, and so far, everything looks normal.”

Ethan left the office in a daze, replaying the doctor’s words in his mind. The thought of becoming a parent had felt like a dream, something he and Samantha had only just discussed. But now, he was facing a reality he hadn’t even known was possible.

At home, Samantha was waiting, her face lighting up as she saw him walk in. “Ethan! What did the doctor say?” She took his hands, her eyes full of concern.

Ethan looked at her, still trying to process it all. “Sam, there’s… there’s something I didn’t expect. The doctor said I’m… pregnant.”

For a moment, Samantha just stared, processing his words. Then her face broke into a stunned smile, tears welling in her eyes. “You’re… we’re going to have a baby?”

Ethan nodded, a mix of awe and disbelief in his expression. “I can hardly believe it myself. But it’s real. We’re going to be parents.”

Samantha pulled him into a tight embrace, her laughter ringing with joy. “Ethan, this is the most incredible news. I’m so happy, and I promise you—we’re going to do this together.”

As they held each other, Ethan felt a warmth and contentment he’d never known. This unexpected journey was daunting, but with Samantha by his side, he felt ready to embrace the new chapter awaiting them. Together, they would face every challenge, and as parents, they were about to begin the most extraordinary adventure of all.

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