Lilieth

"I'm pregnant."

This is the last thing I thought I'd hear her say. I'm stunned; I thought there'd be an issue of some kind. Maybe something to do with Corey.

"What?"

Deo giggles. "Yeah."

"Deo, this is excellent news!" I remark before placing my hands over my mouth in shock. "By the goddess, Deo. This is amazing! I can't believe this!"

We embrace. I'm bursting with happiness, even though I'm still trying to process this. I'm so shocked—this is the best news I've heard in forever. ...