Pregnant

Mia had spent the last few months fighting battles on all fronts—both political and personal. The exhaustion that had once weighed her down had lifted, replaced by a renewed sense of strength and clarity. She was back to her old self, pushing forward in the fight against Nathan, while also focusing on the people who mattered most: her family, her friends, and, of course, Alexander.

It was one evening, after a long day of meetings and planning, that Mia felt something different. As she sat down in the living room, Alexander beside her, she noticed a faint, yet persistent feeling—a dull ache in her abdomen and a slight dizziness that hadn't been there before. It was nothing major, but it was enough to catch her attention.

Over the next few days, the symptoms persisted, and Mia's mind began to race. She had been through so much lately, but this… this was something entirely different. She had heard women talk about the early signs of pregnancy, but never in her wildest dreams had she considered that it could be her. She had been so focused on the political battle and healing from her recent exhaustion that the idea of motherhood had never really entered her mind.

The nagging feeling grew stronger, and Mia finally decided it was time to take a pregnancy test. She knew it might be nothing, just stress taking its toll on her body, but the idea gnawed at her.

She picked up the test the following morning, her hands trembling slightly as she read the instructions. She did it quickly, almost nervously, wanting to get the uncertainty over with. When the test was done, she waited, staring at the results with bated breath. The seconds ticked by slowly, each one stretching into eternity.

When the results finally appeared, Mia's heart skipped a beat.

The small, unmistakable blue lines told her what she had been too afraid to admit: she was pregnant.

She sat there in stunned silence, her mind racing with a thousand thoughts. She felt overwhelmed, confused, yet there was also a flutter of something—hope, joy, or perhaps both. She had always dreamed of a family, but now that it was real, she wasn't sure if she was ready for the next chapter of her life. She had barely finished putting one part of her life together, and now, she had to prepare for another monumental change.

Taking a deep breath, Mia stood up and looked in the mirror. Her reflection seemed to stare back at her, not as the woman fighting to take down Nathan or the political figure people had come to know, but as something more. A mother. The realization hit her like a wave, and for a moment, she just stood there, letting the news sink in.

But then, a flood of warmth and excitement washed over her. She wasn't just a fighter—she was going to be a mother. She could already picture the future, the child growing inside her, the love and care she would give. And Alexander—her heart swelled at the thought of how he would react. He had been her rock throughout everything, and now, she would have the privilege of sharing this new chapter of their lives together.

She knew she needed to tell him, but she wasn't sure how to start. The political world had been consuming them both, and while they were closer than ever, this was something so deeply personal, so life-changing, that it felt surreal.

After a few hours of quiet contemplation, Mia decided to wait for the right moment. She wanted to tell him in a way that would make this moment unforgettable.

That evening, as the sun began to set, Mia prepared a quiet dinner for the two of them. Alexander had been busy with his own work, and Mia had been keeping to herself, focused on her recovery and the new developments in her life. But tonight, everything felt different.

When Alexander walked in, she was waiting for him by the table, a soft smile on her lips. The warmth of the room, the soft glow of the candles, and the calmness in the air set the perfect tone. She had always been good at creating moments—turning everyday life into something extraordinary. Tonight, she was doing it for them.

"Hey," he said, his tired eyes lighting up when he saw the dinner set before him. "What's all this?"

Mia chuckled softly, her heart racing with excitement. "I thought we could have a quiet evening, just the two of us."

"Sounds perfect," Alexander said, moving toward her to give her a gentle kiss. "I've missed these moments. It's been too hectic lately."

She smiled, a soft blush coloring her cheeks. This was it. The moment she had been waiting for.

As they sat down to eat, Mia's mind kept drifting back to the news she had just discovered. She could feel the weight of the secret on her shoulders, but it was a beautiful weight—one that symbolized a future she was beginning to embrace.

Finally, after a few moments of eating in companionable silence, Mia took a deep breath and looked up at Alexander. He met her gaze, sensing that something was different in the air. His brow furrowed with concern.

"Mia, what's going on? You're acting a little different tonight."

Mia smiled, reaching out to take his hand in hers. "There's something I need to tell you," she began, her voice soft but steady. "Something important."

Alexander's eyes softened, his grip tightening on her hand. "What is it? You're worrying me."

Mia let out a soft laugh, trying to keep her nerves in check. "It's not bad, I promise. In fact, it's the best news I could possibly give you."

She leaned in, her lips brushing against his. "Alexander, we're going to have a baby."

The words hung in the air, and for a moment, there was silence. Then, a slow smile spread across Alexander's face, his eyes filling with emotion.

"Mia… are you serious?" His voice cracked slightly, a mix of disbelief and joy filling his words.

Mia nodded, her heart racing. "Yes, I am."

Alexander stood up, his hands shaking as he pulled her into his arms, holding her tightly. The world outside seemed to fall away, and in that moment, there was only the two of them, wrapped in the happiness of their shared future.

"I can't believe this," he whispered, his voice full of awe. "I've always wanted this—wanted to build a life with you, a family. And now, it's real."

Mia smiled, tears welling in her eyes as she held him closer. "I never imagined this moment would feel so perfect."

As they stood there, locked in an embrace, Mia knew that this was only the beginning. They had faced so much together, and now, they would face the future with a new sense of purpose. Whatever came next, they would handle it—together.