PREGNANT AFTER ONE NIGHT STAND

“I’m tired. You should just go home.” I firmly kicked Cedric out. This guy isn’t paying any attention to what I want. He chose to walk ahead of me without caring that I was already pouting because of his behavior.

We spent thirty minutes in the park without any conversation. Just sitting near the quite large fish pond which… oh my God, why did Cedric take me here? I let Cedric relax for a moment with his black coffee, sipping it slowly. I accumulated anger because of his arrogance. He’s getting bolder, huh? I don’t like how he’s starting to intervene in my life.

Just because I’m pregnant with his child? Seriously? He’s got it easy. It’ll be gone soon. Just wait and see! Then everything will go back to normal. Krystal won’t give any weird attention or ask about an assistant for me. Naomi and Dona will be back to take me to the club without alcohol, of course. And Cedric. He’s the most important one.

“I said I want to rest,” I said sarcastically right next to Cedric. We were in front of the elevator that would take us to the tenth floor.

“Where’s the access card?”

“I told you to go home!”

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“Later. I want to make sure you’re inside first. Not acting silly by taking the emergency stairs.”

My eyes widened in surprise. My mouth was wide open. “You…”

“I know? Yes, I know.”

“None of your business, Joice. Why should you care?”

Damn, Cedric smiled, but it’s not the kind of smile he usually gives. “It’s not. You’re the one who’ll lose, you know.”

I immediately snatched my belongings from his hand. This surprised him, and he looked at me with a puzzled expression. “I can handle it myself.” As soon as the elevator opened, I got in. I scanned the access card and pressed the close button on the panel, leaving Cedric still standing in front of the door with a somewhat… annoyed look?

I should be the one annoyed! Why is he looking at me like he’s angry or something? Cedric is really getting audacious! Throughout the ride home, even when I accompanied him for a coffee, he didn’t bring up this issue at all. Why suddenly say something annoying like that?

Besides, who does he think he is, to know everything I did last night? Is it because of that he kept calling me non-stop and ringing the doorbell as if a thief was chasing him? No wonder, right? That’s why I said Cedric is crazy.

I walked half stomping due to the frustration that just hit me. The feeling wouldn’t just disappear. I’ll get back at Cedric later. You’ll see. How dare he act that way with me? Once I arrived at my unit, I quickly opened the door, entered, and locked it behind me. I dumped my belongings on the sofa and threw myself on the other side of the sofa. My hands worked to rummage through my work bag, searching for my phone, and when it greeted my palm, I immediately snatched it and made a call.

“Unusual for you to call,” a voice said on the other end.

“I’m so mad! Damn Cedric!”

Naomi chuckled on the other end. “What did he do?”

“Don’t laugh like that! I’m really upset,” I grumbled while unbuttoning my shirt.

“Do you want me to come over?”

“I’m staying at Dona’s place tonight.”

“All right. Wait for us then.”

No matter how annoying my two friends can be, I can always count on them. Especially when I need more than just a venting session.

***

“Anya seems to be going crazy, huh?” Dona exclaimed amid the booming music. We didn’t go down to the dance floor. My hands were fully restrained by Naomi, even though I really wanted to dance. I just wanted to let off some steam since this lingering annoyance was bothering me so much.

I don’t know why I’m behaving like this. Dona couldn’t say anything when I was already preparing with my sleeveless navy dress, hugging my body perfectly, showing off my long legs and neck. I even curled the ends of my hair slightly to make it look different than usual.

“Damn, Anya, you’re really determined,” Dona said when she arrived at my apartment two hours ago. Naomi didn’t want to accompany me at first, but I threatened to go alone. I’m sure none of them genuinely wanted to accompany me tonight. Whatever! As long as my annoyance disappears tonight.

I tried soaking in a bath to relax more, but Cedric’s stare when the elevator doors started closing bothered me so much. It’s like I’m totally wrong in his eyes. Why didn’t he bring up that issue during the drive?

“Sit down,” Naomi said with her deadly stare. Fine, I don’t dare walk away to the dance floor. Not because of anything else, but when Naomi glares and uses that scary tone, I’m in awe.

“We agreed to accompany you here, but not for any hanky-panky. Sit down and enjoy your juice.”

My lips pouted, but Naomi was firm. Luckily, the table we picked wasn’t too far from the dance floor, so I could still enjoy watching people casually dancing there.

Fine, I give up. At least this already reduced the annoyance in my heart considerably. I haven’t detailed what happened between Cedric and me. My God! It sounds ridiculous, right? But really, I didn’t do anything, I’m just upset with him.

“So?” Dona kindly asked. Besides ordering juice for me, she also ordered some snacks. At least, my mouth can still chew food. “Is this a sudden whim for you?”

I laughed. “I’m just fed up.”

“Damn, baby, I hope your behavior won’t be like your mom’s in the future. Aunt Dona will definitely take care of you with all my heart, body, and soul.”

“I’m being a jerk, right, Don?” I asked while blinking my eyes, trying not to get offended, but I admit I’m more of a jerk than just a pregnant woman who wants to spend time at a night club.

“No. You’re just lost.”

Dona’s answer was rewarded with a gentle pat as if slapping her from Naomi. Over the top, Dona winced in pain. It made me laugh.

“Lost but inviting us. Lost together, right?” Naomi chimed in.

“Like you guys are so good!” I protested.

“So why is our pregnant friend feeling upset? Are you fighting with your fiancé?”

I pouted. I didn’t want to challenge Naomi’s eyes, which were now glancing mischievously at me. Neither did Dona. She drew my attention by poking me like I was a soap bar.

“Since when did he become my fiancé?”

They both laughed heartily. “Soon, Anya. Very soon.”

I don’t want to agree with their words. Not at all!

“Hey, guys, wait a moment,” Dona suddenly pointed her finger to a table across from us. I was curious, and so was Naomi. We followed the direction she meant.

I wasn’t mistaken. Even Naomi covered her mouth with her hand. Her eyes kept darting back and forth, looking at me with concern.

Cedric was there, sitting casually and being fawned over by two beautiful women. Unconsciously, my fists clenched.