Chapter 12
Bonnie hung up the phone. She had an appointment in town at 2 pm and she needed her afternoon off. She talked with the staff manager and it was all settled.
Fred : It's ok. Get well soon.
She had a small smile and walked away. If only he knew it wasn't some sickness but a probable pregnancy. She left after lunch and took the bus. She could have asked Kai for a car ride but he would have asked questions and she wasn't ready just yet. Suzie wanted to come but she couldn't. A maid already not working was enough. The bus ride was very long in Bonnie's mind. She went in the doctor office and had her appointment. She told every sympton to the doctor and she felt her cheeks were warm. So awkward to talk about your sex life.
Doctor : We're going to do a blood test.
Bonnie cringed because she hated needles but did she have a choice ? She uncovered her arm and let the doctor do his work. He told her the results needed two hours to come back and if she was willing to wait, she would get them. She agreed and went back in the waiting room. Magazines were displayed on a small table. She grabbed one and flipped through it to kill time.
Two hours later
The result was crystal clear. She was carrying a child. The doctor congratulated her and she had to force a smile before she left. She didn't know if it was a blessing. She was in the bus that was taking her back to the camp and to Kai. Closer to tell him about his fatherhood. She didn't want to think so low about him but what if he stopped seeing after that ? What if he never recognize his baby ? She would be a single mother. And what would she tell to her parents ? They still imagined she was a virgin ! She didn't talk about her flirt when she called her mother once a week because she knew she wouldn't approve. Too many questions were flying in Bonnie's head. She leaned her forehead against the bus window and closed her eyes.
Later
She was walking very slowly towards the danceroom. If she could she would simply run away. On the other hand he deserved to know. A part of her was hoping he would be happy about the baby. She climbed the stairs and stopped. She felt her legs were made of jello and her heart was in her throat. Maybe she should just go and not tell him. She wouldn't show when the summer would be over so he wouldn't suspect a thing. He could move on without any guilt. Her heart started to beat in pain. No, it wasn't what she wanted. She took a deep breath and went in.
Kai : he smiled Hey he saw her face What's wrong ?
Bonnie : I don't know if it's wrong. Depends of the point of view.
Kai : You're scaring me.
Bonnie : I'm...*she swallowed down* Ummm, why don't we dance ?
Kai : Once you tell me what's going on.
Bonnie : You won't like it.
Kai : Just spit it out, woman !
Bonnie : I'm pregnant.
Kai froze. He didn't expect that at all. He just stood there not saying anything because he was too shocked. She left quickly. Tears were pouring down her cheeks.
That night
Caroline walked to his cabin. He hadn't show up yet and she was a bit worried.
Caroline : she knocked Please tell me you're both dressed.
Kai : from inside I'm alone. You can come in.
His voice sounds weird, she thought before opening the door. Her friend was sitting on an armchair and he was holding a bottle. He took a sip.
Caroline : she closed the door What's going on ?
Kai : I'm gonna be a father.