Fall for You - Chapter 2

He stared at my stomach for a bit, his eyes widening.

"Holy shit.. I'm a father.."

I didn't know what to make of his reaction. He never showed his emotions, at least not to me.

"Are you.. Are you angry.. I know you said you hate kids.."

"I'm not mad. I'm just.. Excited!"

I sighed in relief, snuggling into his chest.

"This is going to be the best kid ever!" He grinned.

"I hope so," I sighed. "I don't want this baby to have the life I had."

"Me neither.." He agreed.

I wasn't proud of my life. Only a few people know about it. I was practically deprived of a childhood.

My dad was never really in my life. I have one blood sister and a half-sister. But he was really only in mine and my sister Chelsea's life. He's 78. I'm twenty-four, and Chelsea is twenty-two. My half-sister Amber was born a few months after Chels, my mom had no idea he had been having an affair. How my mom forgave him is beyond me. But my father's infidelity was the least of my problems with him. I don't think I could ever forgive him.

"I'm so glad you're happy.."

"I am. And don't worry. I'll support you and the kid."

"Thanks, babe.. I need all the support I can get. You know how much I stress.."

"I know. You gotta calm down, babe. You're starting to get some gray hairs."

I rolled my eyes and wrapped my arms around his chiseled midsection. We were very different people. Polar opposites. Yeah, we had a couple common interests. Drinking, smoking, and partying. But that's it. He lives the "bachelor" lifestyle. He did whatever the fuck he wanted, and fucked anyone he wanted. He had the money to do anything he desired, why he wants someone like me I'll never know.

"Hey, we should think of some names." He blurted after a few minutes of silence.

"Already? I don't even know how far I am.."

"I don't care! I just wanna think of names!"

"Alright.. Let's do boys first. Any ideas?"

"Benny!"

"We aren't naming him after you, Benjamin. Try to be a little original!"

"Whatever, man. You can think of something better?"

"Hmm.. Cory. Cory Allan."

"Eh.. Fine. Cory for a boy. What about a girl?" He asked.

"What'ya got?"

"Eh. I'm not good with girls. You?"

I thought for a moment before smiling brightly.

"Lilith."

My Gramma Lilith was one of my role models in life. She's been my rock through all the hardships. If my parents fought, Chels and I would call her and she'd pick us up. When I told my family my dreams of being a wrestler, while everyone laughed, she supported me, even offering to make my gear, which she still does. She gave me hope. Lately her health has been a downward spiral, and I'm afraid if I lose her, then I'll lose hope as well. I always loved the name Lilith. I know if I tell her I'm naming the baby after her, she'll be so thrilled. Ben hates going to visit my grandmother. I try to explain that any day could be her last, but he doesn't care. He says old people creep him out.

"That's the ugliest name I have ever heard!" He broke out into a loud cackle. He stopped as soon as he saw the hurt in my eyes.

"Sorry, babe.. Well, if we name her Lilith, could we at least name her Lily? It sounds more.. 21st Century.

"That was the idea.. You didn't let me finish. Lilith Juliette."

"That's actually pretty, babe. So.. Cory Allan or Lilith Juliette."

I smiles softly, looking down at my stomach. Maybe this wouldn't be so bad. Maybe this was my chance at having a family, a chance at happiness.