'Hi Mrs R.' I say as I enter the kitchen and open the freezer.

'There's fruit in the bowl if you're hungry.' Mrs Richards says. 'Ice cream won't fill you up.'

'But I like ice cream.' I say.

'I know you do and you'll end up eating a whole carton and still be hungry.' She says as she hands me an apple. I bite into it and smile at her.

'How do you know?' I ask.

'Because you haven't changed. You're like the little boy that used to come here and you're so like your daddy. Remember I knew him well.' Mrs Richards says as she smiles at me.

'I spoke to dad earlier and he said I should ask you for grandma's phone number. I want to visit her when I go to England in a couple of weeks.' I say as she looks at the wall clock.

'It's too late to call now but I can call her later and let her know you're here before giving you the phone. She might be old but she's OK mentally and will love to speak to you.' She says. 'It will probably be best to call when you get back from dinner.'

'OK thanks. Can you recommend anywhere for dinner?' I ask.

'Sure, CJ's burgers is great. They do steak, chicken, ribs and burgers. You've been there before.' Mrs Richards says.

'Thanks we'll try that.' I say.

'Is Hannah OK, she didn't eat much this morning?' She asks.

'She's missing her mom.' I say and look away.

'If you need any help or advice Dan and I are here if you need us.' Mrs Richards says as she places a hand on my shoulder. I look up and she smiles sympathetically. 'Whatever it is we'll be here for you?'

'You know.' I whisper.

'I have my suspicions.' She says gently. I gulp, I don't know what to say. 'Has she done a test?'

'No not yet.' I mutter. I sit on the bar stool and put my head in my hands. Mrs Richards stands at the side of me and drapes her hands over my shoulders. 'At the ball mom was angry, we hadn't used protection that first time but she got Hannah the morning after pill. She took a test but wasn't pregnant and had the shot. Just before I had an MRI scan we did it just once but used a condom but now we think she's pregnant. It's an accident but I think mom will disown me. I've tried to put a brave face on for Hannah but I'm scared of mom's reaction.'

'Your mom might not be too bad, especially after everything she has been through with you the last couple of weeks.' She says. 'Do you want me to get a test for you?'

'Hannah was going to get one at the drug store this afternoon and then do it tonight.' I say.

''Matt I have some tests next door, well Dan does. I can go and get one now.' She says. I nod uncertainly. 'The sooner you find out the better.'

'I know. Mrs R if she is you won't tell anyone will you, I don't want to tell mom until after Christian's wedding.' I say.

'Of course I won't, it's your news to tell. Let me go and get the test.' She says and leaves me alone to finish the apple. I'm still hungry when I've finished so take a banana out of the fruit bowl along with a tub of ice cream from the freezer. Once I've finished those I look in the fridge for something else.

'Matthew Grey you can't still be hungry.' Hannah says as she comes into the kitchen. I smile at her.

'I always eat lots when I'm happy.' I say.

'I spoke to Mia, she will apologise to you but it was an accident. Christian called her as she was about to come inside. He only heard a small bit as she then walked away.' Hannah says.

'Maybe I over reacted.' I say as Hannah comes to hug me.

'Just slightly.' Hannah says with a grin.

'Baby, Mrs Richards was asking if you were OK. She suspected what's wrong but don't worry she won't say anything. She's gone next door to get a test for you.' I say.

'If she knows then maybe other people will guess.' Hannah says.

'We'll be careful and if you are please can we keep it quiet until after the wedding.' I say.

'Matt I want to keep it quiet for as long as possible.' Hannah says.

'Why, are you ashamed?' I ask.

'Not at all, I'm happy, you seem happy but I don't need other people to give me their views and opinions. I know people will say we're too young.' She says.

'You can always talk to Mrs Richards, she got pregnant at eighteen. Her daughter lives in England now.' I say.

'Really, that's surprised me.' Hannah says. I pull her into a hug.

'It will be OK. I love you.' I whisper into her ear.

'I love you too.' Hannah says as we brush lips.

'No kissing.' Mrs Richards says as she comes into the kitchen. 'You know Dan's instructions.'

'We were just touching lips.' I say as we pull apart. 'It's so difficult.'

'I know but the last thing we need now is Hannah getting sick.' Mrs Richards says. 'Did you speak to Hannah?'

'Yes, she knows.' I say.

'OK Hannah, the instructions are in the box.' Mrs Richards says. 'I'm here if you need any help or just want to talk.' She hands Hannah a bag and Hannah leaves the kitchen.

'I'd better go and be with her.' I say.

'Give her a few minutes, she'll want to read the notes. Matt I wanted to say that whatever happens your mommy and daddy would be happy for you.' Mrs Richards says.

'Even this.' I mutter.

'Yes, you do know how precious you were to them.' She says.

'Mom told me. I saw the photos of Emily the other night.' I say.

'Luckily they had you, they had so many miscarriages it was heart breaking and then losing Emily was devastating for them.' Mrs Richards says. 'That's why if Hannah is pregnant they would have been delighted.'

'I'll go and find Hannah now. I want to be with her, I don't want her to do this alone.' I say.

'You're so thoughtful.' She says and hugs me. I hug her back before leaving to go upstairs. I find Hannah sitting on the bed, she's reading the instructions as Mrs Richards predicted she would be.

'Ready.' I say quietly.

'I'm scared.'

'Don't be, go in the bathroom and I'll wait here but bring the test out with you. We'll wait together.' I say. I put my arm around and place my other hand on her stomach 'I love you so much.'

'I know Matt.' She says as she stands and leaves me sitting alone on the bed. I scan the pieces of paper that Hannah has left on the bed and focus on the part I need, the solid line that's a positive test. Hannah comes out of the bathroom and hands me the plastic stick.

'You look when the time is up, I'm too scared.' She says quietly.

'We'll look together.' I say. 'Let's get comfy.' I add as I start to rearrange the pillows. I sit down against them and Hannah comes and sits in between my legs, her back to my chest. I wrap my arm protectively round her with my hand on her stomach. The other hand holds the test.

'I can't look, just tell me if the line appears.' Hannah says. I kiss the back of her head. 'We'll know soon.'

'Do you want to look?' I ask.

'No.' she says.

'OK, I'm uncovering the indicator now.' I say and take a deep breath. 'Hannah…'

'Just tell me.' Hannah says impatiently. I kiss her ear.

'Mommy of my baby.' I whisper and kiss her ear once more.

Another short one I know! Hopefully another update tomorrow so if you can please review and let me know your thoughts. Best Wishes Mx