"You've ruined my date with Lila!" Arnold shouted to the top of his lungs.
"Arnold I didn't mean for this to happen-"
"Yes you did! You've always been crazy jealous of our relationship! Why can't you admit it? Oh I know! You're insecure. And because of that, I will NEVER love you! I love Lila! And I always will! Just stay out of my love life for crying out loud! You know what? You can stay out of my life too! GO AWAY."
Helga sniffed and ran away from the couple.
Lila looked at Arnold. "Hon, don't you think you were a little too harsh?"
"Well she deserves it. C'mon let's go." He put his arm around her, and walked off.
AXH
Helga felt like she was stabbed in the heart, as she ran down the street to her house. She ran upstairs to the bathroom, and threw up in the toilet. Miriam ran up to the door.
"Honey, you okay in there?"
"Uh, yeah mom, I'm just peachy-"
She threw up again, and her mom opened the door. Seeing her daughter in a state like this made her unhappy. Miriam reached down and gently pulled her hair back, so her daughter could vomit a few more times. Once she was done puking, she turned around and put her back to the sink.
"Helga? What's the matter? You look tired and miserable." Miriam smoothed out her hair.
"Of course I'm exhausted mom, I just ran here. And I'm not miserable..." She mumbled.
"Are you sick? Did you eat anymore of your father's pork rinds?"
"No Miriam, and maybe I'm a little sick. It's no big deal. Really."
Her mother sighed. "You need to puke again, don't you?"
"Yes I really do." She leaned over the sink with her mother pulling her hair back, throwing up once more.
"Helga...If I didn't know any better, I'd say you have a bun in the oven."
She jerked her head to her mom. "I'm. Not. Pregnant."
"Hey, it was just a thought." She put her hands up in defense.
Helga rolled her eyes, and splashed water into her face.
"If you really think I am, then a few tests should be the judge of that."
"Okay Helga. I'll go buy you some tests, but you're only 17 sweetheart. You are close to graduating highschool. If it turns out positive, then I will find out who the father is, I promise. And I will do anything in my power to take care of you and the baby. Understand?"
Helga sighed and put her hand on her hip. "What have I got to lose?"
Miriam smiled and kissed her hair.
"I'll be back soon."
"Kay mom." She mumbled.
Her mother walked out of the house, grabbing her purse and driving off to the store.
Helga walked into her room and flopped on the bed.
'How could I possibly be pregnant anyway? I've never...'
Buzz...
Helga took out her phone from her back pocket. It was a text message from Stinky.
[Stinky- Hey Helga.
Helga- Hey Stinkmeister, what's up?
Stinky- I was just checking in on how you were doing.
Helga- Oh! Well I'm doing good I guess? Why'd you ask?
Stinky- The news spread over our school that Arnold told you to stay out of his life.
Helga- Lemme guess...Rhonda caught it on video and spread the news around?
Stinky- Bingo.
Helga- I wish the princess would mind her own beeswax.
Stinky- Yeah, me to. That really bites, you know? To be honest with ya, I kinda found Arnold a huge jerk for hurting your feelings like that. I think you're amazing.
Helga- You don't have to say that. I couldn't care less about what he thinks. And I'm not amazing. I'm just an average 17 year old girl who's had a rough past.
Stinky- That's not true. On the contrary Helga, I think you're wonderful. Just think about it. You saved Arnold's parents, it was your idea to make that video. You picked me, out of all people to be your fake boyfriend. It was an honor like no other!
Helga-...You...really mean that?
Stinky- Why of course!
Helga- Stinky, you're okay I guess. I guess you're okay enough to be called my friend, if it's okay with you.
Stinky- Thanks Helga, I'd be mighty happy to. Well, I'm glad to hear you're alright. If there's anything you need, don't hesitate to ask for my help.
Helga- Although I may rarely need it, I appreciate it Stinko.
Stinky- Anytime. I gotta run, I'm helping my mom bake some brownies.
Helga- REALLY? Be sure to save some for me at school tomorrow!
Stinky- Haha. Whatever floats your boat.]
Helga stared at her phone.
'What did I get myself into?'