Penelope POV

Pregnant

I discovered I was pregnant today, a shocking revelation that coursed through me with fear. Silvio appeared to be overjoyed, far too happy for my current state.

My body trembled in fear as I gazed at him.

Why now?

How did this happen?

Why was the universe so cruel, treating me as if I were the worst person on earth?

I zoned out, and when Silvio left, I found myself alone. I was still in the bathrobe I had put on back in London, and I knew I needed to change. After a quick bath, I slipped into the clothes I had left in Silvio's room.

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