[ Simanda ] Any happy ending for us?

Chapter 17: Her leaving

Simon's POV

I was really surprised when receiving a call from Amanda because we don't usually call each other unless there's something extremely important. I take a deep breathe then pick up the phone
-Hi darling
I said first
-Hi, Simon. Am I bothered you?
-Not really, I've done my works. Anything happens?
-I want to inform that...
-Go on babe
-I've been pregnant, in first of the period
-Oh... That'd be a good news. Have you announced this to Chris? He must be very glad
-I do... Anyway, I call to say that I think I'm not gonna attended in BGT for a while, maybe the whole season this year
I was taken aback after heard her said that she wants to quit. I try to be calm and reply
-It was quite unexpectedly darling. You've been in the first audition in London a week ago, how can we make a big change in the judges so fast. Can you just keep attending? It won't be a problem if you're pregnant
-I really want to, but Chris said I should stay at home take care of myself during my pregnancy and Lexi need me too, so...
-I think I will answer you later. I'll call you whenever I've made my decision
I reply her in a low tone and turn off my phone. Her leaving would be a big deficient in the judge panel. Moreover, how can me and the staffs find another replacing judge so sudden. And the main reason is, how can I suppose to do the show without her.
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The next day, I managed to set up a date with her after work at my office. Amanda opens the door and walks in, gives me a massive smile. I called her to walk toward and sit on the couch with me
-Do you want something to drink? Tea or water
I asked
-Just water... Thank you
She said when I place two cups of water on the table
-It's the first of the pregnancy right?
-Yes Simon, only 3 weeks
-That's why you're still thin. Wondered how fat you could be in the middle of the pregnacy
-Stop it Simon! It wasn't funny
She scolded
-You want it to be a boy or a girl?
-I hope it would be another girl. She will be beautiful just like me
-...Poor her, to bare a resemblance to her mother
I joked
-Haven't I told you to stop your stupid joke!?
She tried to crane her hand and hit me. It was quite hurt
-Alright darling. I'll stop it
I chucked
-How childish you are, big boss Simon Cowell! How could you receive so many love from others girl? If they knew your real trait, they would never want to be your girlfriend
-Maybe... But even you know my real trait, you're still love me
Amanda suddenly blushed after hearing me said that
-I'm not- I...No way!
Amanda stammered
-Little baby, you know that your mom loves Uncle Simon, right?!
I put my hand on her stomach and asked. Amanda doesn't say anything, her face is completely blushed. I start to change the subject to make her less confused.
-Anyway, let's get to the the point. Have you decided?
-Well, just like I've said before. Even though you said that it won't be a problem, I still think of leaving. I used to be badly sick after giving birth to Lexi, so, I don't think I could handle it well
She said
-I actually have brought this up to the director. He also said the same to you. If you really want to, I think we'll keep continuing the show with three judges, David, Alesha, and me
-I'm sorry...
- It's ok, darling. For your child's sake. Moreover, I won't let you lose your job after pregnancy, so enjoy your rest and coming back next year, I'll wait for you
I give her a wink and a widely smile to make her feel better
-It's my turn to leave you alone, like you did before in 2010
She said
-Because you could be on the show without me, I think I could do it well too
I smiled
-I hope you will. Take care of Alesha too, don't let anything...
Amanda hasn't finished her word yet when I clasp her with sudden haste
-I'll miss you, sweetheart. A lot
-I promise I will be back next year. And I definitely will miss you so much too, my next door judge
She whispered
-I'm gonna pray for your and your child's health. Send my love to Chris when you arrive home
-I will, Simon
She said with a sad smile, kissed me smoothly on my cheek and left the room
  Everything I've told Amanda today is true, except one thing, that I am able to do the show well without her.
I just want to sit next to Amanda in BGT, together be the judges of the show, to be able to look at her beautiful smile and all I want is, to love you, Amanda Holden.