Chapter One

Martin Brewer's world had been turned upside down. Ever since he found out about Sandy, everything was different. People were treating him differently, and the only friend he had was Ruthie Camden.

No one knew what it felt like. He was going to be a father! And the mother was someone he completely hated.

His cell phone started ringing.

"Where are you?" Lucy Kinkirk asked.

"Where am I supposed to be?" Martin asked.

On the other end, Lucy rolled her eyes. "Come on, Martin! It's Sandy's baby shower. You have to come!"

"Actually, no I don't," Martin said. Why should he have to go?

"Ugg!" Lucy groaned. "She's having YOUR baby! I think you should definitely be here!"

"I'm sorry, but I just don't want to come," Martin replied.

"Sandy wants you to be here," Lucy continued.

"Yet, another reason why I don't want to be there," Martin said again.

Lucy was getting frustrated. "That's it. I've had it. Kevin and I have tried to be nice to you. This is the last straw! I don't care if you like Sandy or not. You ARE coming, even if I have to send Kevin to bring you here. Sandy NEEDS you! You're being a real idiot. I'm not saying you have to marry her or anything! Just come. Even for a few minutes. You don't even have to talk to Sandy, but it would be nice!"

Martin was surprised that Lucy had yelled at him that hard.

"Fine," Martin sighed. "Where is it?"

"That's better!" Lucy said, obviously proud that she had gotten Martin to come. "It's at the church hall."

"I'll be there shortly," Martin said as he hung up. As much as he hated Sandy, he knew Lucy was right.

Martin picked up his phone again.

"Hello?"

"Hi Ruthie. It's Martin."

"Hi Martin. What's up?"

"Well, three things. A. Your sister is dragging me to Sandy's baby shower. B. I don't know what to wear, and C. I need you to go with me."

"I'll be right over," Ruthie promised.

Martin sighed. If he had to go, he might as well bring Ruthie. After all, she was his best, and only friend.

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