*30*

"I'm so glad we could meet up!" Zoe smiled.

"Me too! It's been awhile," I smiled, giving Zoe a hug.

We had decided to meet up for brunch together. Ever since Miami, about two weeks ago, Zoe and I have been texting a lot but haven't met up to chat.

"So, apart from what you've told me over text, how was Miami?" Zoe smiled.

"It was really a lot of fun. We went on the beach a lot and just hung out together," I smiled.

"Joe really likes you, he always talks about you when you're not around."

"Aw," I blushed.

"Yeah, so what's been going on?"

"Well, I've found a flat, that I will be moving into by the end of this week!" I smiled.

"Minx! That's awesome!" Zoe squealed.

"I know. I'm really excited! However, on a more serious note. Can I tell you something? I haven't told anyone, but I think I'm just overthinking."

"Of course! I can keep a secret," Zoe nodded, in a hushed tone.

"Well, I'm really nervous, because I was supposed to start my period already, and I haven't yet."

"So, you think you might be pregnant?" Zoe asked, quietly, but in shock.

"Maybe. I haven't told Joe yet."

"Well, don't worry about it. I know it's easier said than done. Why didn't you guys use protection?"

"I thought we always did, so the other night I tried thinking of a possible time we didn't. I don't know, maybe my birthday?" I shrugged.

"Well, I definitely won't say anything, atleast until you know for sure. But I think you should talk to Joe. If you are, would you want to keep the baby?"

"Yeah, I don't think I could go through with an abortion. I just know my mum will be disappointed if I am pregnant."

"Well, you always have Joe, and Alfie and I!" Zoe smiled.

"I know, thank you," I smiled.

Zoe and I continued talking, but on a more happier, and joking, note. We walked around a couple shops before heading back to Zoe and Alfie's flat.

"I would definitely talk to Joe. I think you two will be okay though," Zoe nodded, giving me a hug, "Maybe you should take a pregnancy test?"

"Yeah, I think I'll stop and grab one on the way home," I nodded.

"Let me know how it goes! Love you!" Zoe smiled as I left.

I went to a corner shop, a bit aways from home, and went back to the house. I put the pregnancy test in my bag, really nervous of the results.

"Hi Minx!" My mum smiled as I got home.

"Hi," I nodded.

"Are you alright?" She questioned.

"Yeah, just tired. I think I need a small rest," I lied.

"Oh, okay. Let me know if you need anything."

"Okay," I nodded, before going upstairs to my room.

A part of me is really nervous to take the test. My period might just have gotten off track from travelling. I honestly can't really remember a time that we didn't use a condom, so either we totally forgot, or it broke? Maybe I shouldn't take the test, am I just overreacting? Well, atleast if I take the test, I'll know if I'm not. So many thoughts are running through my head. My mum will be so upset. I don't even know how Joe will react.

Here goes nothing. I took the test.

"Hey Minxie!" I got a text from Joe.

"Hi."

"We should go out for drinks tonight? You can sleep at my flat."

"Sure," I replied.

If this pregnancy test reveals I am pregnant, I won't be able to drink. Why did I just say yes to going out with Joe?!

"Pick you up at 7!"

I decided to leave the pregnancy test to reveal itself later. I tried to occupy my mind. But I couldn't stop stressing. If I have a baby, everything will change. I am not ready to have and support a baby. My mother warned me of this. Not only to mention Joe and I have only known each other a month and a half. F.uck.

I laid down on my bed and tried to atleast organise my thoughts. Okay, if I am pregnant then atleast I am moving into my own flat. Hopefully, Joe will take it well and hopefully, my mum will take it well. She warned me not to get pregnant at such a young age like she did. But she was younger than I am now when she had me.

If I'm not pregnant, then I have nothing else to worry about. Right? I'd just tell Zoe it was a scare, and then nothing would come of it.

S.hit. I'm terrified.

After a little while, I finally worked up the courage to look at the pregnancy test.

Two solid lines.

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"Hey Minxie!" Joe smiled as I opened the door.

"Hi," I smiled, pushing my hair back, before giving him a small kiss.

"Ready?" Joe asked as I nodded, "I figured we could get a couple of drinks for a bit, then head back to the flat."

"Sounds good!" I smiled.

I have decided to put on a smile and forget about it for right now. That may not be the best idea, but I may tell Joe later this evening.

Joe ordered us a couple drinks as we got to the pub. I asked for water, correcting Joe.

"What? Are you okay?" Joe asked.

"Yeah! I'm fine! I just need to be the designated driver!" I smiled happily.

"Okay," Joe nodded, "Thanks."

Joe and I talked for a while, while he had a couple of drinks, nothing too fancy.

As the evening progressed, we went back to Joe's flat.

"Are you alright? You don't seem with it," Joe asked timidly.

"Yeah!" I nodded happily.

"Sure?" Joe asked as he laid on his bed next to me.

"No," I said quietly.

"What's wrong?" Joe asked, holding my hand.

"Um... Well," I stuttered.

"Go on."

"Well, I'm- I don't know. Nevermind," I shook my head.

"Minx, what's wrong? Please tell me."

"Joe, I'm p-pregnant," I mumbled.

"What?"

"I'm pregnant."

"Are you sure?" Joe asked, shocked.

"Well, I took a pregnancy test, because I missed my period," I explained.

"Minx," Joe huffed.

"Joe, I don't know what to do," I muttered.

"I don't know either."

"Do you want me to leave?" I said quietly.

"No, I want you to stay," Joe said, running his hands through his hair, "We need to talk about this."

"I'm sorry."

"Don't be."

"I honestly don't want to have an abortion," I said calmly.

"I don't expect you to," Joe shook his head, "We can handle this."

I nodded in agreement.

"Don't worry! This is okay," Joe nodded, giving me a kiss, "We're going to be parents!"

"That's what scares me!" I smiled weakly.

"Don't worry," Joe said, giving me a hug.

"Only Zoe knows, can we keep it on the down low?" I asked.

"Zoe knows?"

"Yeah, well kinda," I shrugged.

"Okay, well yeah, let's keep it quiet," Joe agreed.

"I'll make a doctor's appointment tomorrow. The test could be wrong," I shrugged.

"We'll see," Joe said, giving me a kiss.

I cuddled next to him before falling asleep.

There are so many fears of pregnancy. So many that it makes me scared. I know that if I am pregnant, I will learn to love the baby, but right now, it's a little hard for me to digest right now. Especially not knowing 100% whether I am, or not, pregnant for sure.

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a/n: PLOT TWIST! Kinda. Some of you predicted this!!! Wow!

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