Where to go? Italy.

(ARIELLE'S POV)

It's been days, and my mood has improved greatly. I was finally adapting to the reality that I was indeed pregnant, and it was the best feeling I have had in a while. I visited the hospital for more tests and pregnancy supplements and resumed my antenatal sessions. Although my decision to leave had not changed, it was pending as I had not been able to have the conversation again with Ashley. Ashley always shied away when I tried to bring it up, but I understood. I would do the same if the tables were turned.

But I knew we had to have the conversation definitely. I decided it had to be at dinner tonight, we were done putting it off. I took my time preparing lunch before Ashley returned from work, making sure everything was perfect.

I was setting the table when she walked in and dropped her bag on the couch. "Wow, something smells nice!" She exclaimed.

"Yes, I made your favorite," I replied, smiling.

"Hmmm," she said, giving me a mock suspicious look. "What's the occasion? It's not my birthday, is it?"

"No, it's not. Can't I give you a treat?" I asked.

"Of course, you can."

"All right, come sit, and I'll serve your food."

She hurried over to the chair, giggling. "How did you know I was starving? I couldn't go for lunch because I had a lot to do. Thank you, Arielle." "You're welcome."

I dished out her food and set it in front of her, slightly nervous about how to start the conversation. I dished mine, and we started eating.

is nice," she complimented. "I don't expect less,

you," I forced

enough to satiate hunger, I cleared my throat. "Can we

aside. "I knew it. You're trying to

when we talk. Ashley, please, we need to

it, but I need to leave. I need to get out of here. Start

that," she paused and sighed. I knew it was as difficult

scared I get just by the thought of you

on. What about your doctor's

find a new

things get tough? You have to get a new job, you know that right? How long will

But I shook it off, I can't back off now. "I'll make new friends and get help if I have to. I have savings, alright, I'll figure things out. I won't know If I don't

me, her eyes searching. "You're really sure about

deep breath, my mind made

before she spoke up again. "So I'm guessing you do not want Jared to know about the

I want to? He doesn't

"I

Ashley?" I called, staring at

up at

not tell my mom about

surprise. "Why? She deserves to

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