January 2006 - Berlin, Phantom Youth Media Tour
The sleek black van pulled up to the RTL Studios, where Isadora and her band were scheduled for a sit-down interview on one of Germany's top entertainment shows. Cameras already waited outside the studio entrance. Fans had lined up along the block, clutching posters, flowers, and copies of Bravo magazine with her face on the cover.
As she stepped out - a soft beige trench coat wrapped around her small baby bump - the murmurs began.
"She looks glowing."
"Is she...?"
"I swear she's pregnant."
Isadora kept her head high, her curls pinned back, and her sunglasses low. Nina was at her side, squeezing her hand, and the other bandmates followed just behind, all dressed in coordinating dark tones.
Inside, they were ushered to the green room.
Tom had texted her before she stepped in:
> "I'll be watching from the studio. No pressure. Just truth."
She smiled at her phone, heart thumping.
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The Interview Begins
The host, a well-known pop culture journalist named Heike, sat across from the band as the cameras rolled live. She greeted them warmly in both German and English, flashing her signature grin.
"First of all - congratulations on the success of 'Bleeding Skies.' It's climbing the charts, and the video premiere went viral."
The crowd in the studio clapped.
"Now," Heike leaned forward with a teasing smile, "we can't ignore the buzz. The internet exploded after your premiere, Isadora. Everyone's asking: Are the rumors true?"
The room went quiet.
Isadora gave a short laugh - controlled, thoughtful.
"Well... I didn't plan for it to be a public topic so soon," she began, eyes flicking toward Nina, who gave her a supportive nod. "But I've always believed in honesty."
She took a breath. The cameras zoomed in.
"I am pregnant."
The studio gasped, then erupted in cheers.
"It wasn't an easy decision to share," she continued. "My life is so public already, and I didn't want my pregnancy to become a tabloid game. But I also didn't want to hide something that's brought me so much joy."
Heike blinked, surprised but clearly impressed. "Wow. Thank you for being so real. And-do you want to share who the father is?"
Isadora smiled. "Let's just say... he's someone who's stood by me through everything. And we're both really excited about this next chapter."
Backstage, Tom was watching from a monitor, his heart swelling.
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After the Interview
As soon as the cameras cut, Isadora stepped off set and was immediately met with hugs from her bandmates. Their manager was already coordinating with press agents and publicists, spinning the story just enough to keep the public intrigued - but not invasive.
Tom met her outside the hallway, wearing a hoodie and trying not to draw attention.
"You were amazing," he said softly, pulling her into a hug. "I'm proud of you."
She grinned into his chest. "Well, the secret's out now."
"Good," he whispered. "Now we can just live."
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Social Media Moments After Airing:
> "ISADORA IS PREGNANT? OMG."
"Did she just soft-confirm it's TOM'S??"
"Protect that baby at all costs 😭😭"
"Phantom Youth is THAT band."
The media whirlwind was only just beginning.
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