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.

Concern evident on Jennie’s face, Sabrina probed gently

a pitiful glance at Sabrina. Carefully, she ventured, “Sabrina, will you and Tyrone send me to my grandma’s when the

a stronger bond with Sabrina and Tyrone. She dreaded being separated from

parents, unable to conceive previously, had adopted him. After

labeled as illegitimate. The fear of being abandoned by her father or grandparents haunted her dreams. She understood Jennie’s emotions at this moment. She would never abandon such an

never entertained the thought of sending

have so much fun playing

reassurance was tender. Jennie longed to remain by

Jennie’s lips as she nestled into Sabrina’s arms and promised, “I’ll take

“Jennie, you’re still a child. You don’t

“Okay!” Jennie nodded enthusiastically.

led Jennie by the hand as they