“I do have some homework I need to get done for Monday.” I confess.
“Living room then?” Steven asks. “I have a book I can finish reading while you girls work.”
We all agree, then grab our stuff and head to the massive living room. Fuck, this house is so nice. It’s amazing how some people like Steven have so much, while my family is barely scraping by. My former family, I suppose. I miss my brothers.
Taking out our books and notes, we girls get to work on our weekend homework. Steven sits in the armchair, reading a book. We also have some background music on to listen to. It’s a nice, relaxing Saturday. If only.
“When are you gonna tell Marcia and Ashley about the baby?” Lexi wonders.
“Shit. I don’t know!” I bury my face in my hands.
“They’re our Slut-sisters.” Kayla says. “They deserve to know.”
“Don’t rush her, Kayla.” Steven admonishes.
“Sorry, Daddy.” Kayla mumbles.
“No, she’s right.” I sigh, taking out my phone. “Group text it is.”
Hazel: Hey, girls. Are you around?
Ashley: Spending the day with Melissa. What’s up?
Marcia: Hanging with the parents. You?
Hazel: I’m at Steven’s, doing homework with Kayla and Lexi.
Ashley: Fun, fun!
Lexi: It really isn’t. 😛
Kayla: Well, the company is nice!
Lexi: I suppose.
Hazel: Anyway, there’s something I need to tell you.
Ashley: Finally telling us what’s wrong? Good. Let’s hear it.
Marcia: Everything okay?
Hazel: I’m pregnant.
Silence. Our group chat goes completely silent. I look up at Lexi and Kayla, both of whom are staring at me. That’s when my phone rings. Ashley is calling me. Now, I’m getting a second call. This one from Marcia. I answer Ashley’s, since it came in first.
“WHAT THE FUCK?!” Ashley screeches into the phone. “How long have you known? Is it Steven’s?!”
“I found out Monday.” I admit.
“MONDAY?!” Ashley screams. “And we’re just finding out now! Did Kayla and Lexi already know?”
“Can I call you back from a group call so I can talk to Marcia as well?” I ask.
“Fine, just make it quick!” Ashley snaps before hanging up.
“Hello?” I say into the phone after both girls pick up. “You’re on speaker. Everyone’s here.”
“Hello, girls!” Steven says in a friendly voice.
“Yeah, hi.” Ashley says dismissively. “Tell us what the fuck is going on!”
“Are you okay? Do you need anything?” Marcia asks me.
“No.” I burst into tears. “I’m not okay!”
“What do you need? Should we come over?” Ashley asks.
“M-maybe.” I stammer. “I don’t want to interrupt your plans.”
“We’re Slut-sisters!” Ashley exclaims. “We need each other. Melissa will be fine. I’m coming over!”
“So am I.” Marcia insists.
“Okay, see you girls soon.” I say.
“Drive safe.” Steven adds.
Ashley and Marcia hang up. I let out a sigh as I start putting my books back into my backpack. I’m thankfully finished with my homework. Lexi and Kayla pack away their things as well. Then we wait for Ashley and Marcia.
“What the fuck?!” Ashley exclaims when she enters the foyer.
“Let’s wait for Marcia.” Kayla suggests.
“Okay, fine.” Ashley rolls her eyes as she pulls me into a tight hug. I can feel the tall blonde’s massive breasts squishing against me.
“Sorry, I’m late!” Marcia squeaks twenty minutes later. “My parents kept asking me what the big emergency was, I had to lie.”
“No problem.” Lexi chirps.
“Living room?” Kayla suggests.
“Yes!” Ashley screeches as she grabs me by the hand and drags me through the house.
We all arrive in the main living room to find Steven waiting for us. He smiles and provides Marcia and Ashley with drinks. They thank him politely before turning back to face me, hands on their hips as they look at me expectantly.
“Well, uh,” I begin, “I’m pregnant.”
“Yeah, we heard!” Ashley rolls her eyes. “Keep talking. Details!”
“I-I’ve always been very forgetful.” I say, my eyes down. “You know, about my pills.”
“You forgot to take your pill?!” Ashley exclaims.
“Hazel!” Marcia gasps.
“This is a good time to mention to all you girls, please, please take your pill every morning.” Steven says.
“Yes, Dad.” Ashley rolls her eyes.
“I will, I promise.” Marcia nods.
“I never miss a day, Daddy.” says Kayla.
“I take mine.” Lexi nods.
“Anyway, I missed a couple days.” I sigh. “In Bermuda. And, you know, before that, too.”
“You got pregnant in Bermuda?” Marcia asks, eyes wide.
“And you already found out?” Ashley wonders.
“Yeah, something just felt different.” I explain. “At first, I had no idea what, but yeah, I eventually guessed. The doctor confirmed it Monday.”
“And why the fuck didn’t you tell us?” Ashley asks, eyes narrow.
“I was scared!” I exclaim.
“Don’t be too upset, Ashley.” Steven says calmly. “This is a big deal.”
“Right. Sorry.” Ashley says, clearly still annoyed.
I tell them everything. The one night stand. Peter. Porn. Not knowing who the father is. Getting slapped and kicked out. They gasp at all the appropriate times. When I mention my dad slapping me, Ashley looks like she’s ready to head over to my house and kill him herself. Both girls smile at Steven when they discover his offer to be the father, regardless of DNA.
“Now, I have no place to go. I’m all alone!” I screech at the end of my story as I grip my head in my hands. “I’m gonna get fat!”
“You’re not gonna be fat!” Marcia insists. “A pregnant woman is beautiful.”
“You’re gonna be glowing!” Ashley claps her hands.
“I can’t wait to see your baby bump!” Lexi adds.
“Also, you do have a place to go. Here.” Steven insists. “You aren’t alone, you have all of us.”
“No, I’m gonna be fat! And no one will want me!” I wail.
“Y-you don’t have to keep the baby, you know.” Ashley stammers quietly.
“I’m keeping the baby.” I state. “I-I can’t kill it. I can’t. I love him or her too much. I’m sorry!”
“See?” Steven says. “You may put on a couple pounds, but you’ll gain so much more than you’ll lose. A baby.”
“He’s right.” Kayla nods.
“And you said that Steven is willing to help you! We already know he’s an amazing father.” Ashley adds.
“Right. He’s a great guy.” Marcia smiles.
“Thanks, girls.” Steven grins.
“Everything will be okay, Hazel.” Lexi insists. “We’re here for you. You’re not alone.”
“We’re your family.” Kayla says sincerely.
“I-I can’t accept charity.” I sigh.
“Hazel, you need to let this go.” Steven replies. “It’s not charity. We love you, and want to help.”
“I can’t!” I sob.
“Hazel, everyone needs help once in awhile.” Ashley reasons.
“Yeah, look at what happened to me when I truly had no one.” Lexi adds darkly.
“Are you really willing to let your life spiral out of control because of your pride?” Kayla asks. “Think of your baby.”
“Fuck!” I groan as I grip the top of my head. “Fuck, fuck, fuck!”
“Hazel, it’s okay! You’re okay.” Marcia insists.
“You can always help out around the house, if it makes you feel better.” Steven suggests.
“Really?” I ask, looking over at him. “I can?”
“Think about it, Hazel.” Steven says. “You didn’t pay your parents rent. You paid them by helping take care of your brothers, right?”
“Well, yes.” I admit.
“How is this different?” he asks.
“Um, well, it just is!” I exclaim.
“How, Hazel?” Steven demands. “We’re your family. How many times do we need to say it?”
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