"Happy fifth anniversary, Mrs. Swan."Javier Lea smiled as she read the message on her phone, which had arrived at exactly eight o'clock that morning. Alex: I'll be home before seven, I have a surprise for you. She chuckled softly, thinking to herself, "So do I." Her fingers brushed against the white envelope tucked safely inside her handbag. Inside was a hospital report that read: Congratulations,You're eight weeks pregnant. Her heart skipped every time she thought about it. For five years, she and Alex had dreamed of hearing those words, and tonight, she would finally tell him.She looked around the dining room one last time. The long table was beautifully decorated with white roses, candles, and their favorite dishes. At the center sat a small gift box wrapped in silver ribbon, containing a tiny pair of baby shoes. Javier smiled through happy tears, whispering, "I can't wait to see your face."Just then, the grandfather clock chimed seven o'clock—right on time. She stood up a
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