Again, Don't own the characters…
Note: Anything between slashes/"example"/ is spoken in Japanese.
Who's Pregnant?
The two young women were in doctors' offices on virtually opposite sides of the world. They are both waiting to talk to a doctor about pregnancy test results, and each has a friend with them for support, but one has a friend who is so much more.
"Kim, are you sure you're 'rents or anybody else won't find out that we were here?"
"Yeah Ron, I'm pretty sure. This doctor owes me a huge favor, and he said he would take care of things for me. He said no one else would know, and I trust him."
"Well, if you trust him, then I do too. Though, I still think we should have told…"
"No!" Kim snapped. "I really don't know what their reaction would be if they found out I thought I might be pregnant. I mean, c'mon Ron, my Dad still calls me his 'Kimmie Cub'! Please, do this for me?"
"OK, Kim." Ron said, slightly taken aback by her abruptness. "I trust your judgement."
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/"I'm so glad you brought me here, Hirotaka-san. I don't know what I would have done without your friendship."/
/"That is quite alright, Yori-san."/
/"So you will not tell anyone about this, including Sensei?"/
/"I said I would not, and I keep my word."/ Hirotaka took Yori's hand in his.
/"Thank-you. Thank-you so much for this."/ As Yori spoke, she squeezed Hirotaka's hand.
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At virtually the same time, the two doctors came out of their respective offices, and invited their young visitors inside. Each Doctor sat behind a large wooden desk, and the couples sat in plush chairs opposite him.
Some maybe lost in translation, but both Doctors are saying basically the same thing. They are speaking to young, anxious faces across large desks.
"Kimberly…"
/"Yori…"/
"Yes…"
/"Yes…"/
"The test results are conclusive, and give us a definitive answer as to whether you are pregnant or not. My young lady," He looks her straight in the eyes. "Most definitely…"
"You are not pregnant."
/"You are pregnant."/
Both girls started to cry, and placed theirs heads on their partner's shoulder.
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"Hey, hey, Kim. It's OK." Ron said, as he held her. "Why are you crying? The doctor said you weren't pregnant."
"Oh, Ron, I wish I could explain it to you, but the thought of having a baby inside me, your baby, had actually made me happy. Now that I know it's not there, I… sort of feel empty… inside. I hope you understand." She started to sob again on Ron's shoulder.
"Oh, Kim. I think I do understand, but not completely. Just so you know, I will always love you." They smiled sweetly at each other, and then turned back towards the doctor.
"Thank-you Doctor. Thanks again." Kim said as they got up to leave.
"That's quite alright Kim. You don't have to worry about your visit here. As far as I'm concerned, you weren't even here." He smiled knowingly at the couple.
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Both Yori and Hirotaka sat there in stunned silence. Neither of them could think of anything to say. Tears started to well up in Yori's eyes.
/"I hope this is good news for you two."/ The doctor said as they stood up to leave.
/"Actually, it is not.'/ Hirotaka said sadly, as they walked out of the office, holding hands, and pressing their heads together. The doctor couldn't help but think what kind of life this baby would lead.
To be continued… (when I have time)