As Kristen and Robert continued to grow closer, their lives became increasingly intertwined. They cherished the time they spent together, basking in the warmth and security of their love. Despite the ups and downs that life threw at them, they knew they could weather any storm as long as they had each other.
One morning, Kristen awoke feeling unusually nauseous. She tried to shake it off, attributing it to a possible stomach bug or something she had eaten the night before. But as the days passed and her symptoms persisted, a thought began to creep into her mind – could she be pregnant?
The possibility filled her with a mixture of excitement and trepidation. She knew that they hadn't planned for a baby at this stage in their lives, but the idea of carrying Robert's child filled her with a joy she couldn't quite put into words.
She decided to confide in Robert, sharing her concerns and thoughts. As they sat on the balcony one evening, the sun setting in the distance, Kristen took a deep breath and said, "Robert, I think we might need to have a talk."
Robert looked at her with concern, his brow furrowed. "What's going on, Kristen? Is everything okay?"
She hesitated for a moment before blurting out, "I think I might be pregnant."
The words hung in the air between them, heavy with both possibility and uncertainty. Robert's initial shock quickly gave way to a look of understanding and concern. He reached for her hand, squeezing it gently as he asked, "How are you feeling about this?"
Kristen's eyes filled with tears as she admitted, "I'm scared, but at the same time, there's a part of me that wishes it were true. I know it's not something we've talked about, but the idea of having a family with you is something I find incredibly beautiful."
Robert pulled her close, wrapping his arms around her as they sat in silence, contemplating the potential change in their lives. As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting the sky in hues of orange and pink, they held each other, the weight of their thoughts settling around them like a blanket.
The next day, Kristen purchased a pregnancy test, her heart pounding in her chest as she waited for the results. As the minutes ticked by, she found herself hoping against hope that the test would come back positive, that she would be able to share the news of their impending parenthood with Robert.
When the time came to check the results, she held her breath, her hands trembling as she looked at the small strip of plastic. The test was negative.
A wave of unexpected sadness washed over her, leaving her feeling hollow and adrift. She hadn't realized just how much she had wanted this until the possibility was taken away from her.
As she shared the news with Robert, his face a mixture of relief and disappointment, she knew that they needed to have a deeper conversation about their future together.
They spent the evening talking about their hopes and dreams, discussing the possibility of starting a family and the impact it would have on their lives. As they held each other, their hearts aching with the weight of their emotions, they began to make plans for the future – a future that included the possibility of children and a life filled with love, laughter, and the joy of watching their family grow.
As they moved forward from the pregnancy scare, Kristen and Robert found their relationship deepening even further, the vulnerability and honesty they had shared with each other drawing them closer than ever before. They knew that they were on a journey, one that would continue to evolve and change as they navigated the complexities of life and love.
But as they looked into each other's eyes, their hands clasped together, they knew that they had each found a partner who would stand by their side, no matter what the future held.
In the weeks that followed, Kristen and Robert took the time to revisit their priorities and dreams. They began to have more in-depth conversations about their future as a couple and the life they envisioned for themselves. They discussed their careers, their aspirations, and the importance of creating a loving and nurturing environment for their future children.
The pregnancy scare had, in many ways, been a turning point for them – a reminder of the importance of communication, honesty, and understanding in their relationship. It had forced them to confront their fears and desires, ultimately bringing them closer together and strengthening their bond.
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someday → robsten
Fanfiction❝I'll play the long game. Live your life, I live my life. I know you're out there and . . . I'm out there too. Someday?❞ ❝Someday.❞ in which "someday" was their "forever". [ robsten ]
