She blinked several times. “You’re pregnant?”
Shondra smiled and Lacey knew that type of smile. It was the one that seemed genuine to others, but to Lacey it was a I won type of smile.
“Yeah, the doctor confirmed it with my labs. I couldn’t believe it myself. Brett and I are starting a family.”
She was waiting for Brett to say something, anything, but he didn’t. He just looked at her, silently admitting that it was true.
Lacey swallowed, “Congratulations. I-I wish you both the best.” She turned away to go back into the room.
“Lacey, wait,” Brett finally spoke. Wait for what? What could he say? She didn’t even want to hear it, but she stiffened and forced herself to face him. He let go of Shondra’s hand and walked towards her. The fire that blazed through her veins and she tried her
