Chapter 58

“It started this morning,” Ivy said quietly. “Everything smelled rotten. I couldn’t eat anything.” Aaron’s heart skipped a beat. He looked at her, his mind racing. “Ivy… have you had your period this month?” She looked down. “Not yet.” A wave of nerves rushed through him. He gently grabbed her arm. “Ivy… are you pregnant?” “I-I…” she stammered, eyes widening. The question hit her hard. A mix of fear and shyness flashed across her face. She looked uncertain, her voice small. “I don’t know. I don’t think so.” Aaron leaned in, his voice low. “I didn’t wear a condom the last time, babe. Are you sure?” “I still have two days before it’s supposed to start,” Ivy replied, trying to stay calm. Aaron cupped her face. “Don’t hide anything from me, okay? I’ll get a pregnancy test tomorrow.” “A-Aaron,” she said hesitantly. “I’m not…” But she didn’t finish the sentence. Her nerves crept in, and she looked away. She didn’t want to face this—not yet. “I’m hungry,” she blurted, changing the subject. If