Simon sat back in his seat, blinking at her as if the words hadn’t really reached him.“Pregnant?” he finally managed, his voice low, almost a whisper.Ashley nodded, her smile small, nervous. “Yes… I wanted you to know. I thought… after the movie would be a good time.”Simon ran a hand over his face, trying to steady himself. The soft hum of other moviegoers and the dim light of the screen made everything feel unreal.“She’s carrying Dante’s child,” he thought, and for a moment, the words refused to settle. Jealousy, disbelief, and something heavier—regret, maybe even longing swirled inside him.He glanced at Ashley. She looked calm, brave, but he could see the weight behind her eyes. Months of fear, hope, and waiting.“Wow,” he muttered, his chest tightening. “I… I don’t know what to say.”Ashley reached out, her hand brushing his. “You don’t have to say anything. I just wanted you to know.”Simon took a deep breath, exhaling slowly. “I mean… I’m happy for you. Truly. I just… didn’t
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