Scars Of A Broken Bond by Calv Momose

Sabrina marveled at Jennie’s perceptiveness. She ruffled Jennie’s hair affectionately. “I’m pregnant.”

“Pregnant?”

“Yes, with a little baby,” Sabrina confirmed, guiding Jennie’s hand to her belly.

Furrowed her brow, Jennie questioned, “But why can’t I feel it?”

“He’s still tiny. He’ll grow bigger over time.”

Jennie nodded, her attention focused on Sabrina’s belly, quietly curious.

The car fell into a sudden silence.

the matter?” Concern evident on Jennie’s face, Sabrina probed gently as Jennie

Carefully, she ventured, “Sabrina, will you and Tyrone send me to my grandma’s when the baby

Jennie felt a stronger bond with Sabrina and Tyrone. She

school. Rumor had it that Sunny’s parents, unable to conceive previously, had adopted him. After his mother got pregnant, Sunny was sent to live with his

being abandoned by her father or grandparents haunted her dreams. She understood Jennie’s emotions at this moment. She would never

never entertained the thought of sending you

you’ll be six. You’ll have so much fun playing with the baby. I’m sure the

was tender. Jennie longed to remain by her side

Sabrina’s arms and promised, “I’ll take good care

gently corrected, “Jennie, you’re still a child. You don’t need to take care of the

“Okay!” Jennie nodded enthusiastically.

home, Sabrina led Jennie by the hand as they