Her lost baby

Chapter eight - I will be a father

Noah's POV:

Jasmine had an appointment two days ago. I couldn't go after her because I was at work. I don't even know what it was about. She is not telling me anything. Only my mom knows. I don't expect her to be honest. The good thing is that I have a plan. I will ask about this at dinner. There is no way she will hide this from everyone. Granny won't leave her in peace. Everyone knows that my mom and grandma don't understand each other well. I don't know what is going on between them. The thing is that I'm curious. If something is happening with my girlfriend, I deserve to know. I don't expect anything terrible, but you never know. That's why I have to be careful. I might not like the news. It's not like I will be able to change them. I only want to know what my mom has to do with this. I understand if she helps her. There is something more. The more I think about this, the more confused I am. I should focus on other things. My work is more than enough. The weekend with Jasmine was fine. I enjoyed the time I spent with her. She can be herself if she wants to. I told her that I liked this version more. What she will do is not my business. I'm glad she is so close to my mom. Well, I think it's based on interests. I want to be wrong about this. I hope that the news won't be that bad.

Today, I will have dinner with Jasmine at home. She needs to tell me what is going on with her. Mom knows something. The thing is that if I ask her, she will deny everything. I shouldn't care about this that much, but I do. I want to know the truth. The question is what I will do after this. I haven't thought about that. I will decide about this later. Now, I have other things in my mind. Maybe my dad can help me find a solution. He is good at this.

Currently, I am at the office. I have a lot of work as usual. I am so used to this that I don't mind it anymore. Another working day. This is what I will call it. My assistant left the mail. There were a few ads and a campaign. It will be good for the company to participate in such things, but I don't know what this is about. First, I need to check it. I quickly found them on the internet. Their ideas are good. Well, they don't fit much with what we are doing. The door opened, and someone walked in.

- Grandpa? What are you doing here?

- I came to see you. How are you?

- Great. You know we live in the same house.

- So? I want to know how you are managing my company.

- You should ask my dad about this. I am only helping if he needs me.

- I will visit him later. Oh, what is this?

- It's about a campaign.

- It sounds interesting.

- Yes, but it doesn't fit with what we do.

- You should always be open to something new.

- That it's true. Can I know why you are here?

- I got bored at home. Just because I'm old, it doesn't mean I will stay inside all day.

- You live in a house. We have a backyard.

- I can't be there all the time.

- The doctor said that you should be careful.

- Also, I need to do more activities. Walking is one of them.

- You walked up to here?

- Yes. I'm not that old.

- Hopefully, I will be like you when I get old.

- You will enjoy it.

- Hey, I need you to look at this. - dad said, walking in

- Sure.

- Dad? What are you doing here?

- I came for a visit.

- You never told me.

- Why should I do it? Do you tell me what you do every minute?

- That is not the point.

- Why don't you show me around? I'm sure you have changed some things.

- I would love to, but I have work to do. Ask my assistant.

- I will do it. What is this? - I asked

- Check it and tell me what you think.

- Yes, sure.

- If I finish my work for lunch, all of us can go to eat.

- I know a great place for that. - grandpa said

- For sure, you do.

I checked what my dad gave me. This is about a new project. We have an offer to take it. This sounds good. I gave my grandpa to look at some old documents until I finished my work. Later, I gave him a tour around. I don't know what he expects to see. We haven't made that many changes. Most of the things are still the same. Of course, he made some comments. My assistant laughed, but I told her to keep it quiet. It's not like I wasn't about to do the same. I will let him think whatever he wants.

For lunch, all of us went out. Somehow, we convinced my grandpa to go home after it. Dad and I have to work. No one has time for him. I reminded him of the naps which the doctor mentioned. The rest of the day, I was at my office. Jasmine texted me. I told her to come home for dinner. I texted her yesterday about this, but I wanted to remind her again. Dad and I went home a bit late. There were some things we had to discuss. When we arrived, everyone was at the table. I quickly went to change myself and joined them.

- You are finally here. - Jasmine said

- Yes, I had some things to do.

- No problem. Can I know why I am here?

- Because I know you love being with us. Maybe I should say with my mom.

- True. She is lovely.

- Thank you, Jasmine. - mom said

- Is there something else? You are looking at me weirdly.

- Nothing. Let's eat now. We can talk later.

- Fine.

Carla served the main meal. The food is delicious. I don't know what she puts in it, but I love it. After some time, I went for wine. I wanted to make sure I wouldn't have anything in my drink. I walked back to the table and served it. Then I sat back to Jasmine. She looked at me, and I smiled. You have no idea what is going on. When everyone finished their meals, I made Carla serve us the dessert. Now it's my time.

- Jasmine?

- Yes.

- Can I ask you something?

- Sure.

- How was your appointment?

- What appointment?

- The one to which you went on Monday.

- How do you know about this?

- It doesn't matter.

- For what appointment are you talking about? - granny asked

- That's what I want to know. - I said

- Um, it's about.

- Mom was with you.

- What should I do? - Jasmine asked, looking at my mom

- Tell him.

- What? I can't.

- Fine. I will do it.

- No.

- I went with Jasmine to the hospital. - mom said

- Why? What happened?

- I wanted to make sure that my suspicions were correct.

- What are you talking about?

- Jasmine is pregnant.

- What? Is that true?

- Yes, it is. I'm sorry. - Jasmine said

- You will be a father.

- I will be a father? How did she get pregnant?

- Honey, I think you have studied biology at school.

- I know, but it never happened.

- Actually, it did. - Jasmine said

- When?

- That night when you weren't feeling well.

- Yes?

- You fell asleep quickly.

- So?

- After a few hours, you were awake. You were different. I was asleep on the chair. I don't know what happened to you. We ended up doing it.

- Are you sure? I would remember if something like this happened.

- You complained about your headache, so I gave you another pill. Then you fall asleep again.

- It sounds unbelievable.

- I heard the noise. You better believe it. - mom said

- But I tried to be quiet. - Jasmine said

- It's ok. I couldn't sleep well that night. I went to the kitchen for something. I heard this on the way back to my room.

- I don't understand. Something doesn't seem right. - I said

- But it's the truth. She is carrying your baby.

- I will need some time to process this.

- Take as much time as you need.

- This is not what I expected.

Jasmine stayed at home until 10 pm. After the dinner, I went to bed. I couldn't fall asleep. I don't understand how this is possible. She can't be pregnant. Not from me. I'm sure we have never done it. Something has happened. I don't see another explanation. I stayed in bed for a while and later got up. I walked out for some fresh air. It's not like this will help me much. Maybe that night, something happened. I don't remember everything clearly. I was sitting down when I felt a presence. It was my grandma.

- Hey. Why are you awake? - I asked

- I couldn't sleep. Why are you here?

- For the same reason.

- You don't look happy.

- I'm confused.

- Why?

- I'm not sure if the kid is mine.

- You think she cheated on you.

- No, but it can't be mine. I don't remember doing it with her.

- That night, she stayed here. I never saw her leaving. I don't know what happened, but she was here the whole time.

- You don't like her, do you?

- I will say that there are better girls.

- Did she do something to you?

- No.

- Jasmine thinks that you don't like her.

- Well, I never claimed the opposite.

- I know she is not perfect, but she is trying.

- On what? How to look better? Honey, she is not even working.

- I can't find her a job.

- She has to do this alone.

- If you could pick my girlfriend, what would she be?

- Exactly like you.

- What do you mean?

- She will be nice to everyone, caring, and loving. The girl will always be by your side. Also, she will be financially independent.

- Don't you want too much? - I asked, chuckling

- Girls like this exist.

- I can't leave Jasmine now. No matter if this kid is mine or not. I should help her.

- Are you sure she is pregnant?

- Do you think she is faking it?

- It's possible.

- We'll see after a few months. I will know the truth if there is no change in her stomach.

- Keep an eye on her. I don't trust this girl.

- Relax. I know how to deal with Jasmine.

- Be careful. From her and your mom, you can expect anything.

- Why don't you like my mom?

- That's a question for another day. Let's go to bed. It's getting late.

- Sure. Good night, granny.

- To you, too. Take a rest. You need one.

- Thanks.

I think that something happened between my mom and grandma. There is no other reason why she won't like her. I can ask my dad, but I don't expect him to tell me. It's better if I don't mess with this. The less I know, the better. It's enough that Jasmine is pregnant. I still can't understand how it happened. Maybe we did it that night, but I don't remember. I don't think she cheated on me. Otherwise, I will break up with her. She won't let this happen. All I can do is take care of her and our baby. I wanted to have kids, but not so soon. I hope that the baby will be born safe and healthy.