PREGNANT AFTER ONE NIGHT STAND

We really did sleep. Nothing strange happened except for my rude move of touching Cedric’s chest. After that, I don’t know who started it, we dozed off, probably because we were tired and sleepy. Great. And now, I have no idea what time it is. I can’t hear any alarms. It is the weekend, yes, but I rarely sleep in.

But before we slept, we talked about the issues in front of us. I don’t know why, but in this close condition, I feel Cedric is much more caring and understanding than he usually acts. Which, on a daily basis, I admit, makes me nervous, but how about now?

“Talking about this, I’m really happy,” he said.

I furrowed my brows but stopped because Cedric touched my forehead and caressed it.

“We’ll get married, Joice. Soon.”

“Are you proposing to me in my own bed, Cedric?”

He laughed. “Am I that bad?”

There’s nothing I can do but nod in agreement with what he said.

“Just wait, okay?”

“What do I have to wait for?”

He just smiled. Annoying, isn’t he?

“What kind of wedding do you want, Joice?”

“Have I agreed to it?”

“You will, for sure,” he said confidently. So arrogant! Cedric seems to be waiting for my response. The idea of marrying Cedric seems inevitable. Everything. Evaluating Cedric over and over, I can’t find a compelling reason to reject this pregnancy.

Cedric is one of those guys I can’t resist, no matter how hard I try. I’m confused myself about why he can endure my terrible behavior towards him. But maybe, I’ve started to enjoy the role of being a pregnant woman who receives so much love from my close ones.Content (C) Nôv/elDra/ma.Org.

Especially from the man still staring at me intently.

“I want a simple wedding. Not many people coming, just those who are important to make it intimate, and, well… to be part of our family,” I replied.

“Your parents?”

I grimaced. “I don’t know where they are.”

Cedric pulled me gently into his embrace.

“For me, my family is Naomi and Dona.”

He simply nodded.

“I’ll introduce you to Nek Sumi. My paternal grandmother, but well… she passed away.”

Again, he nodded.

“What about you?” I nudged him slightly.

“I’ve been waiting for you to say that, Joice. My parents know I became a naughty son, making their grandchild born out of wedlock.”

I wanted to laugh but held it back. “Seriously. I was almost removed from the family register. Luckily, I showed them your photo.”

“For what?”

“To prove that their future daughter-in-law is this beautiful. What would happen to this beautiful woman if she were removed from the family register?”

I pinched his waist mercilessly, making him wince in pain, but I didn’t care. He’s so cocky when talking, isn’t he?! And, as usual, Cedric always enjoys making my heart race. He took my hand, kissing my palm gently, before slowly pulling me into another long embrace, saying, “I love you, Joice. I’m serious about my feelings for you. Thanks for accepting me this far.”

I felt like crying, but I held back.

“Let’s sleep, okay.”

As an answer, I just nodded softly in his warm embrace. Under the blanket, on the bed where it all began, I guess there’s nothing wrong with trying and learning to accept. Right?

When I woke up, we were still in the same position as when we slept, but I was now closer to Cedric’s bare body. Damn! This is the biggest temptation I’ve ever faced in my life. I remember all of Naomi’s words about seduction. This is so frustrating!

“Are you awake?” Cedric asked in a hoarse voice, his eyes still closed.

“Yes,” I moved, wanting to be released from his embrace. But Cedric held me even tighter.

“Not yet, wake up later.”

“I can’t breathe, Cedric.”

He ignored my complaint and rewarded me with a kiss on my forehead, wishing me good morning. I closed my eyes, trying to control the wild pounding in my chest. Oh my goodness! Nothing is more nerve-wracking than this, right?

“Beautiful,” he said after pulling away from the kiss.

I blushed softly. “Learning to flatter, Cedric?”

He chuckled. “No, it’s the truth. You’re beautiful.”

“It’s still early. You don’t need to sweet-talk me.”

“Last night, why did you touch my chest? Is there something weird?”

Why does he have to bring up this embarrassing topic? I pushed Cedric away a bit roughly, but he held me back. “Let go.”

“Answer me first.”

“Well… there’s nothing wrong. Can’t I?” I challenged but didn’t dare to look into his eyes.

“You can.” Then he took my hand and placed it on his chest. “I belong to you, Joice.”

This time, I didn’t avert my gaze anywhere. My sight was filled with Cedric, who was also staring intensely at me. I don’t know who initiated it, but our lips met. I could feel the thumping of his chest under my palm. It was firm and thrilling, just like what’s mine now.

Cedric’s tongue explored every corner of my mouth. Occasionally, he sucked on my lips with a bit of force. In return, I bit him playfully. I think Cedric winced in between our morning kisses. When the tip of his tongue pushed in, I unconsciously let out a soft moan.

I have no idea how he ended up on top of me. Our breaths were intertwined, especially when Cedric started nibbling softly on my neck. I didn’t even remember if we had washed our faces or brushed our teeth!

“Cedric,” I groaned for the umpteenth time.

“Can I?” He stopped his activity of playing with the tip of his tongue all over my body. It felt like my bones were about to detach.

I shook my head hesitantly. “I haven’t asked the doctor about this.”

Unexpectedly, he dropped his head right next to mine. His breath was still heavy with frustration. “I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have acted like this.” Then he stole a quick kiss on my cheek. Without saying much, he got up and left, leaving me feeling dizzy from his behavior.

Alone. Lying on the bed, half-naked.

****

“I’m cooking fried rice,” Cedric said when I came out of the room. It had been two hours since he left me earlier. My face probably turned purple from embarrassment, and I felt like such an idiot! Slowly, I approached the kitchen.

Usually, Cedric always stared at me, but this time he didn’t. He avoided my gaze. Even when serving this breakfast that I felt was already too late, Cedric kept looking elsewhere. Why is he doing this?

“After you have breakfast, I’ll head home right away,” he said.

I chose to eat the food he prepared. Whether this was lucky or a misfortune, the apartment’s doorbell rang. I immediately remembered that Naomi and Dona were planning to spend the whole day here. Usually, on Fridays, they would always hang out at my apartment. I don’t know which devil whispered ‘go home’ to me last night when they were already in the lobby.

Naomi said, “We know not to disturb you two, Anya.”

Those two are such a pain!

“Let me open it. You just eat,” I said, ready to get up and open the door. As expected, they immediately started making a ruckus when they saw Cedric there. I no longer have the energy to fight. What’s the use, anyway? It’s just pointless.

“Enough, Cedric. When are we getting invitations from you?”