Hey everyone! Here's the new chapter. I know I've been doing Amy's POV a lot, but I really want you guys to see why she's acting like she is, but I promise in the next chapter you will get to read Karma's POV. I hope you like this chapter! Let me know what you think :)

AMY POV

It was Lauren calling me to tell me I did great on the show and everyone is talking about Karma and I. She also wanted me to come over for dinner, so I headed over to her place.

As I was heading to her house, I was thinking about how Lauren knew this whole time about the contract, but she didn't tell me. She didn't give me a heads up on what was coming my way. I felt betrayed by my own sister. I understand that she couldn't tell me or she would be fired, but we tell each other everything. If she told me, I could've prevented all of this bullshit. I wouldn't have to protect Karma from Liam. I wouldn't have to lie about who I'm dating to the people who made me and brought me where I am today.

Lauren opened her door to let me in, and I walked in without saying a word to her. I know I was being a real ass but you have to understand that all this is absurd! It was all completely unnecessary.

"Look Amy, I know you're upset and angry, but I couldn't tell you about the contract." Lauren said as she sat down on the couch in front of me. "Finn threatened me just like he threatened you. I couldn't tell you even if I wanted to." She said sadly.

"Lauren, we tell each other everything, no matter what. That's how our relationship is! What made you not tell me this time? What made you so scared? If you told me I could've stopped Finn. I could've helped you as well. I trusted you to tell me everything Lauren. So, why didn't you?!" I said raising my voice.

"Because, Amy." She said looking at the ground.

"Because what?! Do you even have a valid reason?"

"Because I'm pregnant, Amy!" Lauren yelled. My head shot up when she said those four words. "I couldn't risk losing this job. I need it now more than ever. It's not just me I'm responsible for now, Amy." She said calmly.

"Wait, what!" I said happily looking at her. I got up to go sit next to her. "When and how did this happen?"

"Well I would tell you how it happened, but I don't think you want to know." Lauren said causing me to laugh. "But I'm about to be thirteen weeks, and I wasn't sure when I wanted to tell anyone. Theo and I were planning to let you know later this week, but I think its too late now."

"Lauren, I'm so happy for you two! I can't believe I'm going to be an aunt!" I said holding her hands. "This is truly what I needed right now."

"I'm happy you're happy, and I'm sorry I lied and didn't tell you sooner." She said tearing up.

I pulled her in for a hug and said, "Hey! It's okay. I understand why you did it and I forgive you. If anything, I'm sorry for yelling at you without knowing the whole story."

"I was just as angry as you were about what Finn is doing. He's really pushing it this time." Lauren said looking up at me.

"Yeah. He only cares about the money, but Karma didn't have to accept this deal. And before you tell me she was thinking of herself, I just want to say she made a horrible choice. This isn't going to be easy. At all. What if one of us slips up and tells the truth? What if we pile up all these lies and can't keep track of them and that causes us to slip up?" I said worryingly.

"Amy, Karma was doing what was in the best interest of herself. I understand you are sad that she accepted this deal and caused you pain, but you have to put yourself in her shoes. This is what her dreams are made up of. You have to talk to her. If you are angry with her throughout this whole year, it will be extremely difficult for you two to keep up this fake relationship and convince the world, but if you are on good terms it will be so much better and you two can help each other get through this. She needs you just as much as you need her. So, pull your head out of your ass and accept what's done is done. I know you want to talk to her. Every time I say her name your face lights up." Lauren said.

"You're right. I didn't see it like that. But, I think she's mad at me now as well. I kind of got into an argument with her earlier." I confessed.

"I'm sure she will forgive you if you explain yourself. Karma is pretty understanding if you give her a reason why you acted like you did. Just try to make this work." Lauren advised.

I nodded at what she said and really thought about it, knowing she was right.

"So, lets talk about this." I said pointing at her stomach. "If it's a girl can you name her Amy? Or if it's a boy, Ames?"

Lauren laughed so hard shaking her head, and I pretended to be hurt before joining her.

I left Lauren's house after a bit to clear my head. Lauren telling me she was pregnant was something I needed to hear. Finally, I received some good news. Lauren always knew how to cheer me up and help me with everything. I could count on her and I loved that about her.

I know Karma doesn't know why I'm so angry with this. She doesn't know about Liam, and I know if she knew she would 100% say no to this contract. I am taking my anger at Liam out on Karma and that wasn't fair for her. She deserved better than that. As I drove, I ended up right in front of Karma's house.

After 10 minutes of contemplating on whether I want to talk to her or not, I got out of the car. I could see Paul's car near Karma's house and I nodded a bit at him as he did the same. I walked over to her door and knocked. I was then answered by a man who I've never seen before.