I went pale. My anxious eyes went to the door that was left ajar. I hurried over to it, locking it firmly with the keys.

“Mother,” I turned to her with a nervous laugh. “What are you talking about?”

“Don't play games with me, Tracy. I already know you're pregnant.” Her eyes and voice were steel. I quivered in fear.

"Mother..."

“I've known for days now but I was waiting, hoping you'd come clean to me. But it seems you don't plan on it.”

“Mother…”

“Who is he?” She ...