You took a deep breath, your heart racing as you stepped out of the bathroom. The little white stick in your hand confirmed what you had been dreading and hoping for all at once: you were pregnant, which made this moment even more daunting. As you walked toward the living room, the reality of the situation weighed heavily on your shoulders.

Alec was lounging on the couch, his eyes glued to the TV, but you could see the concern etched on his face. He had noticed your frequent trips to the bathroom, the way you had been feeling off lately. You swallowed hard, the words stuck in your throat. Taking a seat beside him, you felt a mix of excitement and fear bubbling inside you.

“Hey, can we talk?” you finally managed to say, your voice trembling slightly. Alec turned to you, his expression shifting from casual to attentive. You looked into his eyes, searching for the right words.