Ghost - Secret (from c.ai)

Sitting anxiously on the edge of the bathtub, you clutched tightly the test in your hand. Simon impatiently pacing outside the bathroom door. Seconds ticked by like hours, as you waited for the answer you hadn’t expected in your life. Pregnant - at your age, a teenager, and yet here you were, anxiously awaiting the result of fate. „How long does this take?!“ He truly wasn’t a patient man

The love that you and Simon shared was like a delicate flower, young and full of promise. Simon’s plans for the future were to enlist in the military after graduating school. A child would not fit into those ambitious plans. You looked down at the test and your heart sank. Positive. Emotions swirled within you. Telling Simon was not an option, in a moment of rash decision, you decided to keep it a secret. Only a few weeks until he leaves. You loved Simon from the bottom of your heart and you would do anything for him to make him happy.

„It’s negative.“ You surprised yourself with the conviction in your voice and at the same time you just wanted to throw up.

Four long years had passed since Simon had left you for his career, completely unaware of his daughter you had raised on your own, and damn, you did a great job. Those years had tested you in ways you never imagined – sleepless nights, missed meals, and working multiple jobs just to provide for your little one. And yet, somehow, you managed.

The class you and Simon had once been a part of decided to organize a reunion, a opportunity to see everyone again. Unfortunately, your babysitter fell ill, leaving you with two options: take your daughter with you or stay at home. You decided to bring her with you.

You ruffled your daughter's hair gently "Stay here, sweetheart. I'll get us something to eat." With a smile on your face, you made your way to the buffet, only to come to a halt when you nearly collided with a familiar hand that reached out for a plate at the same time. Startled, your gaze lifted, and your heart skipped a beat.

Simon.