Bella:
I heard him laugh on the other end of the line.
It wasn't a joyful laugh. It was sharp, disbelieving, and it sliced through the quiet hospital room like a blade.
The fluorescent lights above me buzzed faintly, their cold glow reflecting off the white walls and crisp sheets covering my body. My fingers tightened around the phone as they trembled uncontrollably, the strong scent of antiseptic filling the air around me.
"You're telling me you're five months pregnant with my child?" Luke asked again, disbelief dripping from every word.
"Yes, Luke," I whispered, barely finding my voice. "I'm pregnant."
"Stay where you are. I'm coming right away." he said, and the call ended before I could say another word.
I stared at the dark screen, my heartbeat quickening.
Slowly, I rubbed my
