The Temptation of Adultery
Feeling embarrassed about being ignored by Levi, Pearl forced a smile to cover her discomfort.
"What did you want to announce, Bella?" Max asked, entirely unaware of what his wife intended to declare.
Taking a sip of wine, Bella smiled brightly, "Yes, I have something to announce. It should be I would only tell Max privately, but I'm so excited that I want to share it with my closest friend, Pearl, and my husband's friend, Mr. Karter.'
Max grew increasingly impatient. "Go on, what do you want to announce?"
Suddenly, Bella embraced Max's arm, leaning closer to him. She beamed at him excitedly, "Max, I'm pregnant! I'm really pregnant! I'm so happy, I want everyone to know."