05.Chapter 205
“Why not?” Jonathan’s frustration was evident. She was driving him up the wall. He wondered what on earth was going through her mind all day.
Teresa replied firmly, “Let’s stop this back–and–forth. No more seeing each other. And for the record, I’m not pregnant. I’m absolutely sure.”
Jonathan was stunned for a moment. “Pregnant or not, we’ll deal with it when we back in Nareigh.”
“I’m telling you now. I’m not getting checked when we’re back. There’s no need. I’m sure I’m not pregnant. I took two contraceptive pills,” Teresa said, her words sharp and deliberate.
Jonathan’s head snapped up, his gaze piercing. His eyes carried a mix of disbelief and reproach. Teresa had lied, clinging to her story out of fear. She’d taken two contraceptive pills, desperate to avoid the possibility of being pregnant.
‘Two contraceptive pills?‘ Jonathan pondered.
Teresa felt like her thoughts were spiraling, leaving her drained and gloomy. “Let’s just go,” she muttered, her voice low and heavy.
Jonathan sighed deeply and took her hand. “Whether there’s a baby or not, we’ll figure it out when we’re back in Nareigh. For now, I don’t want you to spend these few days with me feeling miserable.
“Just take a break, let go of all that stress, and enjoy yourself for a couple of days. Then we can head back with lighter hearts.”
Holding her hand more tightly, Jonathan added, “Let’s go see the ocean. It might help clear your mind. I’ll go get the car.”
Teresa suddenly found herself at a loss for words.
By the time they reached the beach, it was already past two in the afternoon. The ocean shimmered under the sunlight. The deep blue waves were mesmerizingly beautiful.
Nearby, an elderly man offered instant photos for 3 dollars apiece, or higher–resolution versions for 7 dollars. Jonathan pulled out 30 dollars from his wallet and handed it to the man, asking him to take several shots.
“Look this way, you two,” the old man said cheerfully.
“Oh, what a perfect match. You two look amazing together,” he added, handing the printed photos to Jonathan and Teresa. Teresa picked one up and smiled. “This one makes me look good. I’m going to show it off to Miriam when I get back,” she said, slipping the photo into her wallet.
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