Chapter 102

Bryan gently lifted Ava, carried her in a bridal style, and settled her down on the comfortable couch.

A moment of calm settled over them before Ava broke the silence. " There's something I need to tell you, " she began, her fingers nervously interweaving as she gathered the courage to share her news. The room was filled with an air of anticipation, and Bryan looked at her with a mixture of curiosity and concern.

With a deep breath, Ava spoke, " I went to the hospital recently, and, well... the tests confirmed something unexpected. " She paused, her eyes searching his for a reaction.

Bryan, still holding her close, furrowed his brows in genuine concern. " What is it, Ava? What did the tests say? " he asked, the worry evident in his voice.

Ava took another breath, her eyes reflecting a mix of emotions. " I'm pregnant, Bryan. We're going to have a baby, " she shared, a delicate smile playing on her lips. The revelation hung in the air, turning the room into a space where their shared