Amelia forced a smile.
Amelia: "I'm sorry. I should have called in."
Sophie: "Can I come in?"
Amelia: Stepping aside "Of course."
They moved to the living room, and Sophie began unpacking the food onto the coffee table.
Sophie: "I got your favorite—sweet and sour chicken."
Amelia nodded, but her lack of enthusiasm didn't go unnoticed.
Sophie: "Alright, spill. What's going on?"
Amelia hesitated, biting her lip.
Amelia: "It's... complicated."
Sophie: Giving her a knowing look "Is it Xander?"
Amelia looked away.
Amelia: "Partly."
Sophie: "I thought things were better between you two. You were working together, right?"
Amelia: "We were. But now... I don't know where we stand."
Sophie's eyes narrowed with concern.
Sophie: "Did something happen?"
Amelia took a deep breath.
Amelia: "I'm pregnant."
Sophie's eyes widened.
Sophie: "Pregnant? Oh my god, Amelia!"
Amelia nodded slowly.
Amelia: "I found out this morning."
Sophie: "Have you told Xander?"
Amelia: "No. And I'm not sure if I should."
Sophie: "Why wouldn't you? He has a right to know."
Amelia: "It's not that simple. Our relationship is... complicated. And with all the dangers surrounding him, I don't know if bringing a child into that world is the right thing."
Sophie's expression softened.
Sophie: "I can't imagine what you're feeling right now. But you don't have to go through this alone."
Amelia: "I appreciate that. But I need to figure out what's best for me and the baby."