CHAPTER 21

Peter looked at Shelby who didn't know how to talk about this. Daisy wanted to help her but thought it'd be better if the others didn't know she already knew the secret. Scott looked at Shelby. Everybody felt that the big secret was going to be unveiled. They were all starring at Shelby and Scott cause they knew the secret was theirs and not only Shelby's. Sophie gave Shelby a nice encouraging look and Shelby sighed. She looked at Scott before starting to speak.

S : I guess you all noticed Scott and I have been acting weird for a few days.

The cliffhangers nodded. Shelby stopped talking, and Peter glanced at her. She looked at Scott praying for him to help her to say it. He wanted to help but didn't know what to say and how to say it.

Sc : We had sex last month.

The others smiled but were way to think about what was coming next. They were thinking about a rude punishment for them.

Sc : Something happened…

E : Man those kinds of problem can happen to each guy you know, don't make such a big deal about it.

A : Yeah, this kind of sexual breakdown can happen to each of us. At least you could have sex but…

J : I don't understand why we're talking about this !

Daisy didn't say anything. She looked at Shelby to make her feel confident to tell them the truth. Scott wasn't helping her because he was as scared as she was. Shelby and Scott glanced at Peter and Sophie who tried to make them feel better and ready to speak. This situation couldn't last forever.

Sc : Well something we didn't plan arrived… um…

Everyone was starring at both of them.

S (looking at the floor) : I am… I'm pregnant.

The cliffhangers first thought it was a kind of joke but saw how serious they were. They looked at Peter and Sophie and knew it was serious by looking at their faces. The teens weren't rude with Shelby and Scott, but the way there were starring at them made them feel uncomfortable.

P : Does anyone have something to say to Shelby or Scott ?

Once again Juliette raised her hand.

P : Ok Juliette. Go.

J : Why didn't you tell us Shelby ? We share the same dorm and we're friends so you could speak to us.

S : I know. I'm sorry but it was too hard and I first felt ashamed and I didn't know how you guys were going to react.

A : I guess you were more scared of Peter and Sophie's reaction then ours, no ?

Sc : Sure. We were scared and happy at the same time because we deeply love each other and having a child is the greatest thing that could happen to us even regarding our age and it wasn't planned. But we were scared of being expelled from here.

E :For news that's a big one. I guess "congratulations" is good to be said now.

J & A (smiling) : Yeah. Congratulations to you guys !

S & Sc : Thanks.

P : See Shelby it wasn't that hard to say to your friends, and no one here's judging you or Scott for what happened. Of course it wasn't in the rules of Horizon but it's too late to think about that now, isn't it ?

Sc : Yeah.

So : We're glad for you and we'll all be there to help you and don't ever be scared again of being expelled from here. We explained to you that we could all make it work together and I'm sure your friends will be glad to help.

J (excited) : That's great, I'm so glad for you guys. So we'll have a little baby here in a few months ! Can't wait !

D : I'm sure the baby will be wonderful regarding their parents.

Shelby felt relieved and so did Scott. She leaned her head on his shoulders and Peter didn't ask them to stop. He kissed her on her forehead.

A : I can't believe you didn't tell us earlier. How long have you been aware of the situation ?

Sc : Please don't blame us it was hard to tell. We couldn't even talk to Peter or Sophie because we were scared and we didn't know how to say it. It's only been a few days.

S : I'm sorry guys, I didn't want to tell you and I didn't want anybody to know. Peter and Sophie only knew about it today.

A (smiling) : Ok I feel less angry now.

J (looking at Peter) : What are we going to do now ?

P : We'll all be there to help them and Shelby wouldn't be allowed to do some labor work so you'll help her and do it in her place. For example she can't carry heavy bags or heavy stuff anymore and she can't make big efforts.

So : Also Shelby you'll have to take prenatal vitamins every day. So we'll take care of that and make sure you don't forget to take them.

Sc : I can make sure of that.

P : Besides that nothing's gonna change, ok ? Anyone else have something to say ?

D : Yeah, that's great and I'm really happy for them.

S : I know. Thanks Daisy.

P (getting up) : Well that's enough for tonight. Go to your dorm. Lights out in 15.

They all stood up and Shelby asked Sophie for a hug, which she did with pleasure of course. Then she turned to Peter and he gave her a big hug also. Scott looked at how happy Shelby was and that made him feel happy and smile as well. He walked with her to their dorms. As none of Peter and Sophie were walking outside Scott kissed Shelby on her lips and said goodbye. Then entered their dorm and closed the door. Of course Shelby knew the girl, especially Juliette, because Daisy already knew about the secret, would ask thousands of questions before sleeping. She would just tell her how tired she was and they'll speak about it the next morning at breakfast. Scott didn't think about the guys asking him questions. He just wanted to sleep and ignored the words the others said. They didn't push it and went to sleep as well.

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