Following morning two girls were sitting in the waiting room of the lab. Both of them were nervous, but Carla kept it together for her friend. She took Lucrecia's hand and smiled at her.

''It will be ok. You will give blood, give them whatever you stole from Valerio and they will test it and results will show that you are having a healthy baby. Ok?''

Lucrecia just nodded.

''But what if…?''

''NO! I am not letting you even go there.''

She put her hand on Lu's belly.

''This little baby is going to be ok and it will have best mom ever.''

''Why do you think so?''

''Because I know you don't want to be your mother or any of our mothers for that matter.''

Lucrecia smiled.

''And I am sure Valerio will step up when you tell him.''

'' I can't tell him.''

''He has right to know.''

''It must be Guzman's baby.''

''I know… And you know that he will not put his baby's life in danger just for vanity. Maybe he would have exposed you as revenge if anyone else was a father, but he knows this must be kept a secret.''

''Maybe, but he hates me now.''

''He doesn't hate you. He is hurt you are back with Guzman.''

''I know.''

''Valerio has to know. He is the best allay you can have… It's in his interest too to keep the baby safe. So, when results arrive, you go to his room and show them to him. He will back you up.''

''Why do you think so?''

''You said recently that he is the only one who is by your side and only person who knows you for real… No walls, no facades, not living in this fare world. If he really knows you, that means you know him too and trust him with your secrets.''

Before they could continue the conversation, nurse came for Lucrecia. Doctor was waiting in his office and was surprised to see two very young women enter.

''I am Dr. Reyes. How can I help you?''

Carla nodded at Lucrecia and she addressed the doctor.

''I need to do the genetic testing on the baby.''

''How old are you?''

''I am seventeen…''

''Why do you think you need testing? You are very young…''

''Because of who the father is.''

''Does he have some history of diseases in the family?''

''We have pretty much the same family history when it comes to father's side… I have no idea for his mother's side.''

Doctor didn't really understand her, or he didn't want to let his mind wonder into incest territory.

''What is the real reason you are here?''

''I am having a baby with my half-brother.''

Doctor tried to look calm, but horror on his face was getting the best of him.

''Are you sure you want to keep the baby?''

'"Yes, if it is healthy.''

''Miss, I have to ask… Were you….forced in any way to have relations to him?''

Now Lucrecia looked angry.

''NO! Of course no!''

''So, you had consensual sex with your brother?''

''Half – brother.''

Doctor didn't say anything; he just kept looking at her waiting for some more information. Carla saw his face and knew she had to say something.

''It's a bit complicated… They didn't grow up together. They met recently at the concert, had one night stand and few days later, their father brought him to the house to meet the family. At the time it happened, they were two strangers.''

Doctor felt relief in a way after hearing Carla's lie. He was still worried about siblings part of the problem, but at least he was calmed a bit that it happened when they didn't know. He was not comfortable with the idea of them knowing they were related. Lucrecia just looked at Carla and had pretty mixed feelings. She knew why her friend did it, but she was also angry she lied. After they were done with the doctor and left the building, Lucrecia took Carla's hand and stopped her from walking.

''Why did you lie to him?''

''It's none of his business how you got pregnant…and I saw the look he was gving you. I know it's hard for you and you don't need someone to make it harder.''

''Thank you Carla.''

''You are welcome…And I am here for you… No matter what.''

''Thank you.''

Lucrecia hugged Carla and after they broke the hug, they went to the car. Driver left them at a small cafe where they had something to eat and after that they went shopping. Lucrecia was not in a mood, but Carla reminded her what was the lie they said. They needed to go shopping, take some pictures for Instagram and make sure everything looks normal. Lucrecia bought few dresses that were not fitted. Her pregnancy would become visible any day now and she bought few skirts that could fit her uniform in bigger sizes than her usual was. She had to be prepared for the months and weeks to come. Her bump will pop soon and she had to be on it. She and Carla were having lunch and their bags were on the floor. For fake shopping spree, they did buy a lot of things. Lucrecia was drinking her lemonade when Carla spoke.

''So, when are you telling people about the baby?''

''After the test. I don't want anyone to know before it. If results are not ok. We are coming here for my abortion and no one knows shit.''

''And if they are good?''

''That same day if you ask me. I am frightened someone will realize sooner than I get results.''

''That's not what we want… You have to keep it a secret for two more weeks the most. You might get results sooner…''

''I know. I just have to find a way to talk to Val.''

''You will. It will be hard at the beginning, but you know him and know how to get him to listen. He will be by you. I know he will.''

''I hope you are right.''

''I usually am.''

Driver picked them up and they went back to the apartment. Carla suggested they watch a movie and Lucrecia was all for it. They watched some chick flicks and laughed a lot. After that they got ready and went out. Barcelona on Saturday night was a place to be at. They went to few clubs and had time of their lives. It was nice not to think of Samuel, Valerio, Guzman, school, problems, baby… That night they were just two teenagers having night of their lives. Few boys came to talk to them but Carla got rid of them soon and then it was just them, music and fun.

Monday morning and school came too soon. Lucrecia was not really in a mood to go back but she had to. She had to pretend everything is ok and nothing big is happening. She and Valerio still played their little game of avoiding each other and pining after each other when no one is watching. He was back to being his flirty self, but never crossed the line and she was back at being perfect girlfriend to Guzman. They didn't spend too much time together, but just enough that their parents and the other person don't doubt their intentions. They both faked perfectly wanting to be together. They slept together few times and every time it happened, Lucrecia felt sick to her stomach. At some point she was not sure if she is sick because of what she was doing or because she was pregnant. Few days after she came back new problem appeared. She got ready for school and in went to eat something. Her morning sickness has started, but she had to eat so no one would doubt something was wrong with her. She filled her plate with fruits and took some lemonade. The taste of lemons was helping with sickness. She noticed how one of the maids was looking at her in a strange way, but she choose to ignore it. She hat more important things to do than think about what is on the maid's mind.

Her day at school was boring as usual. She almost fell asleep at few of the classes but somehow managed to stay awake. When she got home she found her mother sitting in the living room with a angry and worried face.

''What happened?''

''Are you pregnant Lucrecia? And don't you dare lie to me!''

It was now or never situation…

''Yes, I am.''

''Why didn't you tell me?''

''I just found out…''

''How far along are you?''

''About nine weeks.''

She saw her mom do the math.

''Is it…?''

''It's Guzman's…''

She saw relief on her mother's face.

''Oh, thank God! Imagine the scandal.''

Lucrecia didn't say anything. She couldn't deal with her mother and fear of scandals.

''Did you tell him?''

''No, I just learned.''

''When will you tell him?''

She had to think of something to tell her mom.

''Soon…''

''Oh, Lucrecia…. ''

''I know mother… I have to keep it now. It's already ten weeks. I am late for the abortion.''

''How is it possible that you didn't notice?!''

''You know that my period is not always on time and a lot have happened lately.''

''Are you sure it's not…''

He mother dreaded the words…so Lucrecia finished the question.

''Valerio's?''

Her mom just nodded.

''Oh, mom… It's not his… Valerio is always…careful… We use protection.''

She turned her back to mother and went to her room. As soon as she got in, she felt like she would throw up. Her mother knew about the pregnancy and she hoped she managed to convince her that it was Guzman's baby. That day she didn't leave the room until dinner. She was not really hungry but she went because her dad insisted on it. When she got to the dining room she was surprised to see Guzman and his parents there. Valerio was also there and giving her usual looks of despises and anger. She really had to talk to him… She came to greet Guzman's parents and later him.

''What is going on?''

''I have no idea. Your mom said we have to come.''

''What?''

''I don't know… She said it's important to come to dinner… Do you know what is this all about Lu?''

She had pretty good guess.

''I have so many ideas.''

''Share one at least?''

''Later…Ok?''

They were called to take a seat and when they did, Lucrecia's father spoke. He looked proud in a way.

''I got a very important news today…''

He turned to Guzman's father and put his hand on his shoulder.

''It looks like we will be grandparents soon.''

Guzman's parents took the news with surprise and they looked happy… Lucrecia was sick, Guzman was shocked and Valerio looked like he was about to cry. Lucrecia couldn't look him in the eyes. She felt so bad and she knew it she looked at Valerio she will fall apparat and maybe even tell the truth. So, she kept looking at her plate. Guzman put his hand over hers and managed to speak.

''Is that true? Are you really pregnant?''

''Yes…''

Guzman's mother got up from her seat and came to hug her. Lucrecia believed she saw this baby as a second chance with Marina or something like that since she got pregnant few months after her death. Valerio tried to get up from the table and leave but their father stopped him.

''Valerio, where are you going? Aren't you going to congratulate your sister and Guzman?''

Both siblings felt pit inside of their stomach at the moment when he had to congradulate her. He kissed her cheek and squeezed her hand.

''Congratulations Lu. I hope it's all you ever wanted.''

She felt all the pain and malice in his voice. He was not happy about the fact she was having Guzman's baby. She wasn't happy either how things turned out, but she somehow managed to mumble.

''Thank you Val.''

He was getting ready to leave the dining room when he heard Guzman's mom speak.

'' Tell us all love! How far along are you?''

She somehow managed to get some strength and look at Valerio's back as he was leaving.

''About ten weeks.''

Valerio stopped in his tracks and suddenly turned pail. He was lucky he was facing the crowd with his back. Now, that got interesting turn?!