Chapter 0108

“Peter, I…”

“Let’s go back to the house. You shouldn’t walk too far especially on sand–It’s heavy on your legs and could strain the baby,” Peter said gently.

The two began their slow walk back to the house. Peter held her hand firmly, making sure she didn’t stumble.

“Well, now I need to take extra good care of you! Pregnancy isn’t something to take lightly. Tomorrow, we’ll visit a doctor to check on this little one,” he said, placing his hand lightly on her stomach.

Mary was surprised by Peter’s reaction. Of all the possible scenarios, she hadn’t expected this. She had planned to work until her pregnancy began to show, save up, and eventually search for her grandfather. Now, everything was different. She had to think for three, and love wasn’t part of the equation.

She glanced at Peter and felt conflicted. It wasn’t fair for him to take on so much. He wasn’t the father, and it felt wrong for him to shoulder the responsibility for her and her baby.

those stairs like this–you’re being irresponsible,” Peter

she said, blushing. “You don’t need to do all

any less. I know the child isn’t mine, and I know whose

about you? Don’t you deserve someone

You’re not the only one with a complicated story. I love you, and I accept everything that comes with you. I’m ready to be a father. If you’re worried about people knowing the baby isn’t mine, no one else has to know. It

didn’t expect you to react like this…” she said, tears streaming down her face. “I was so foolish. I

them. If I told you all the crazy things I did at your age, you’d be

was like the many others he’d given her when they

have dinner. From now on, you can’t skip meals. We need

like this. I feel guilty

doctor and make sure we can get an appointment tomorrow. You’ve been through so much–we need to make sure the

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