I never forgive myself

With a final shove, Irish finally released Sergio from her grasp. Sergio instantly collapsed backwards onto the mattress. He brought a trembling hand to rest over his crotch, clutching it tightly, trying desperately to ease the pain shooting throughout his lower regions.

"I'll never forgive myself if something happens to you because of me."

"Nothing will happen to me."

"You don't know that."

"Sergio."

"Don't 'Sergio' me right now."

Irish looked down at Sergio with guilt written all over her face.

"Please don't hate me, baby."

"What? Why would I hate you?"

"Because... Because I'm pregnant with your child."

"Are you serious?"

"No. I'm teasing you. I was just messing with you. Of course I wouldn't hate you."

Irish smiled and gently cupped Sergio's cheeks in her hands.

"Thank you, baby."

"Don't thank me yet."

"Why not?"

"Cause I'm going to kill him."

"Who?"

"My father."

Sergio rolled over and propped himself up on his elbow. He stared intently at Irish, waiting for her to respond.

"Excus