Rejected and Pregnant: The Billionaire’s Wife

Evelin Brown Positive... positive... positive... I'm pregnant. That's the result of the pharmacy tests in my hands. The shock was so great that I couldn't stand it and sat down in the restroom in the university bathroom. Completely in shock, I feel the air leave my lungs as I stare at the test results. I didn't do just one test, I did three, trying to convince myself that one of them would be wrong. But they all showed the same result: Positive. When my friend Eduarda suggested that I might be pregnant, I never imagined it could be true. After all, I used birth control and refused to believe it. But now, faced with this confirmation, I realize that fate has played a trick on me. There's a life growing inside me. I'm going to be a mother. How will William react when I tell him we're going to have a child? Will he think I did this on purpose? That I manipulated the situation so he would stay with me? William is my professor at the university. I met him two years ago when he started teaching here. From the first day, I was fascinated by him. With his strong arms and intense eyes, he made almost the entire class swoon. Almost all the girls were crazy about him. Including me. Back then, even though I was still a virgin, I fantasized about having those arms around me. It all started a few months after he began teaching, when he offered me private lessons to help with his subject. As the days went by, we got closer, and a spark developed between us. He hesitated, worried about his career and the consequences of becoming involved. But I didn't care. I insisted... and we ended up becoming involved. Our meetings became increasingly intense. So much so that it was with him that I lost my virginity. What started as something casual turned into something special for me. At least, it was special for me at that moment. I fell completely in love, even knowing he never promised anything beyond encounters at his apartment and a few intense nights. But now, with a child on the way, I wonder: what will happen to our relationship? A child. The idea invades me again, leaving me in shock. My heart races, but I try to control my anxiety by taking a deep breath. I know that everything I'm feeling now can affect the baby, so I need to calm down. I got up from the toilet where I was sitting, my head full of confused thoughts. Maybe, I trusted the birth control pills too much. I should have taken more precautions. Now, I'm about to graduate, but I'll also have a child to raise. Still distressed, I decided I needed to talk to someone. I looked at my contact list and thought about calling my great friend Megan, but I know she must be busy taking care of the kids. Katherine is probably busy too. I skip over the number of my brother by heart, Lucas, and his partner, Bryan. They would freak out and probably want to kill William. As for my friend Thomas, he's heartbroken for not being with the woman he loves. Damn! "Who do I call?" I wondered, feeling the anguish consume me. I saw the number of my friend Eduarda. She's the love of Thomas's life, but she hasn't realized it yet. I decided to dial her number to try and talk to her, but I couldn't. I imagined she's on the bus on her way to the club and can't answer. With few options, I dialed Chris's number. To my surprise, he answers after the first ring. >> CALL ON "Hi, Eve. Is everything okay?" he asks, concerned. I sniff before answering: "Chris, I'm having a problem." "What kind?" he asks quickly, his voice filled with apprehension. "I made a big mistake and I don't know how to get out of it," I confess, feeling the tears about to fall again. "Eve, where are you?" he asks, now anxious. "I'm at the university," I replied, trying to hold back the tears. "I'll come get you," he decides immediately. "Chris, I just want to vent..." I said, my voice filled with sadness. "You'll vent, but it'll be in my car while I drive you to clear your head. From your voice, I can tell you're too distressed. I'll be there in a bit." >> CALL OFF Chris din't even give me a chance to respond; he just hung up. I started crying again, hidden in the women's bathroom. The feeling of being so lost is overwhelming. When my phone rang again, I thought it might be Chris changing his mind. However, I saw Lucas's number on the screen. Lucas is like a brother. We both grew up together in an orphanage, and he has always been my rock. I take a deep breath before picking up, knowing that if I don't, he'll realize something is wrong. I never miss a call from him, no matter what. >> CALL ON "Took you long enough to answer, Eve. What's going on?" he asked, concerned. "Hi, Lu. I was in class," I tried to respond with a calm and steady voice. "Hmm... it doesn't sound like it from the tone of your voice. Are you sure you're okay?" he insists. I let out a sigh. "I'm fine, but I've caught a cold, unfortunately." "You shouldn't have gone to school like that, Eve. I'm coming to pick you up now." "No!" I almost shout into the phone. "Hey! Do you want to make me deaf?" he questions. I sigh again. "No, but I'm actually really busy. I need to take some documents to the college administration and submit assignments now." "You're always so diligent, Eve, even when you're sick," he says, and manages to draw a weak laugh from me. "You know I like to keep my work organized." I respond sincerely. "I'm so proud of you, sis, but I still think you should take better care of yourself," he says with affection, but with a hint of reprimand. "And I'm proud of you too. So, how's your empire going?" I ask, trying to lighten the mood. "Everything's good, but you should be here with me, not with Thomas." I sense the frustration in his voice. I let out a genuine laugh. "You know I don't like living in offices." "I know, but I don't understand why you're doing a degree focused on it." "Who knows, maybe I'll change one day?" I teased. "Now that you're almost graduating?" he retorts. I smile. "Okay, you win. But maybe I imagine a future of you, managing Thomas's club. Maybe as a manager." "Or as the owner of your own club, right, Eve?" he suggests. "Sister, dream big. Small dreams take the same effort to achieve as big ones, so aim high. I believe in your potential and know that one day you'll achieve everything you desire. I smile, remembering the times when, as children, Lucas talked about succeeding in life and being someone respected. Today, he and Bryan are exactly that, the result of much effort. "Thank you for believing in me, brother." I say sincerely, touched by his words. "I'll always believe in you," he declares, convinced. "But I called to tell you something." "Hmm, what would that be?" I ask, curious. "Bryan is planning a trip to Brazil," he reveals, catching me by surprise. "You're going to travel?" I ask, feeling my eyes fill with tears at the thought of my brother being away, just when I need him the most. "Yes," he replies, and I sense the joy in his voice. "But it won't be now. Even so, I was eager to tell you." I give a weak smile. "That's amazing news, brother!" I say, trying to hold back the tears, but a tear ends up escaping. "Eve, are you okay?" he asks, concerned. "If that damn professor did something to you, I'll..." I quickly interrupted him. "Calm down, Lucas. It's just the cold, making me sniffle. I'm happy for you guys. But tell me, why do you want to go to Brazil?" "Bryan has always wanted to visit the country. They say there are amazing places to visit. We want to rest a bit. Oh, and I called to say that I want you to come with us." I'm surprised. "With you guys?" I ask, uncertain. "Yes. If you want, I can even ask Thomas to give you some days off from the nightclub when the trip is closer." I smile hesitantly. "I'm still in the middle of exams and..." "It will be when your classes are over, Ewe. Please, come along with us," he pleads. Instinctively, I place a hand on my stomach, unsure if I can travel with everything happening in my life. I let out a heavy sigh. "I'll think about it, but we'll talk later, brother. I need to get back to class now." "Alright. But tonight, we're coming over to your place to convince you. Remember: the trip will be in a few months. You'll have time to get organized," he says, and I hear his warm laughter on the other end of the line. "Okay." >> CALL ENDS As soon as I ended the call, I cried a bit more before leaving the bathroom. I thought about going back to the classroom, but the headache was unbearable. I decided to go home. However, I first needed to stop by the administration office to deliver some documents, as the term was coming to an end. I walked quickly to the administration office. Upon arriving, I was surprised to see William in the room, talking to the dean and another university representative. From the tone of the conversation and the serious expressions, the atmosphere seemed tense. Continues...