UNWED AND EXPECTING

UNWED AND EXPECTING

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By:  ONYINYE Kumpleto
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"Unwed and Expecting" follows the tumultuous journey of Sophia Harrington, a young woman whose perfect life shatters on her wedding day when she is abandoned at the altar by the man she thought was her soulmate. Alone and humiliated, Sophia discovers she is pregnant—a secret she kept, hoping to surprise her groom. Now, she's forced to navigate a new reality as an unwed mother-to-be.Sophia's world is turned upside down as she battles societal judgment, her family's disapproval, and her own fears of raising a child alone. But when she meets Ethan Caldwell, a brooding yet compassionate businessman with a troubled past, she finds an unexpected ally. Ethan, dealing with his own pain of being "extinguished twice"—once by a failed marriage and again by a betrayal in his career—relates deeply to Sophia's sense of loss and uncertainty. Despite their initial resistance, a bond forms between them, filled with undeniable chemistry and shared wounds.However, just as Sophia begins to open her heart, her ex-fiancé returns, claiming he made a mistake and begging for forgiveness. Sophia is torn between the past and the potential future with Ethan. The core struggle centers on Sophia’s journey to self-worth and her fight to choose what's best for herself and her unborn child, rather than what others expect of her. Meanwhile, Ethan must confront his own fears of being hurt again, questioning whether he’s truly capable of being the man Sophia and her child need.Cliffhanger: As Sophia prepares to make her final decision, a shocking revelation about Ethan’s past surfaces, threatening to destroy the fragile trust they’ve built. Will Sophia find the strength to forgive and move forward, or will the weight of past betrayals extinguish her chance at happiness once more?

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Chapter 1

** The Broken Promise**

The story opens in an elegantly decorated chapel, adorned with white roses and soft candlelight, casting a warm glow over the polished wooden pews. Guests sit in anticipation, murmuring in excitement as a soft melody plays from the string quartet. Outside, the sky is a bright blue, a stark contrast to the storm brewing within the chapel’s grand walls. The air is filled with the sweet scent of flowers and the promise of new beginnings, but the atmosphere is thick with tension.

Sophia Harrington stood in the bridal suite, her fingers trembling as they brushed the delicate lace of her wedding dress. The mirror reflected a vision of beauty: her dark hair perfectly styled, her makeup flawlessly applied, her eyes sparkling with unshed tears of joy. This was supposed to be the happiest day of her life—a moment she had dreamed of since she was a little girl. But something felt off. She could feel it in her bones.

Her best friend and maid of honor, **Ava**, adjusted Sophia’s veil and smiled. “You look stunning, Soph. Jason is going to lose it when he sees you.”

Sophia forced a smile. “Yeah, if he ever shows up.”

Ava frowned. “He’s just running late. You know how Jason is—always fashionably late. Besides, you’re the bride. He can’t start without you.”

Sophia nodded, but her mind was elsewhere. She had been getting unsettling texts from Jason all morning, vague and distant, as though he was already somewhere far away. A knot tightened in her stomach, a quiet voice whispering doubts she had tried so hard to silence.

Sophia glanced at the clock. Ten minutes past the hour. She inhaled sharply, trying to shake the uneasy feeling clawing at her chest. *He’ll be here. He has to be.*

The door creaked open, and her mother, **Marianne**, stepped inside, her expression strained. “Sophia, we need to talk.”

Sophia’s heart sank. “What’s wrong?”

Marianne hesitated, her eyes glistening with unshed tears. “Jason isn’t coming.”

The words hit Sophia like a punch to the gut. “What do you mean, he’s not coming? Is he okay?”

Marianne shook her head, her voice cracking. “He left a note. He… he’s not ready to get married. He’s… gone, Sophia.”

The room spun around her. Sophia’s breath hitched, and she clutched her stomach, feeling the world crumble beneath her feet. Ava rushed forward, catching her before she could fall.

“This can’t be happening,” Sophia whispered, her voice barely audible. “This isn’t real.”

Marianne tried to soothe her, but Sophia pulled away. “He promised me. He promised he’d be here.” She felt the tears spill over, burning her cheeks as she looked at herself in the mirror. Her reflection now felt like a cruel joke—an image of a bride without a groom.

“Do you want to cancel the reception?” Ava asked softly.

Sophia shook her head, wiping her tears with the back of her hand. “No. Let them eat and drink. No sense in wasting all this.” Her voice was sharp, edged with a bitterness that surprised even her.

The chapel doors swung open, and the guests’ murmurs grew louder. Sophia steeled herself, lifting her chin as she walked out, each step heavy with the weight of her shattered dreams. She would not let them see her break.

But as she reached the altar, the whispers grew into gasps. There, among the elegant decorations, was a note pinned to the pulpit. Sophia’s hands trembled as she grabbed it, the familiar handwriting twisting the knife deeper into her heart.

*Sophia, I’m sorry. I can’t do this. I’ll always love you, but not like this. Not now. I’m not the man you think I am.*

Her vision blurred as she crumpled the note in her fist. The humiliation was unbearable, the sting of betrayal searing through her. But it was the last line that struck her the hardest—a hidden message scrawled hastily at the bottom, almost as if he had second-guessed writing it at all.

*P.S. Check the clinic report.*

Sophia froze, the blood draining from her face. The clinic report. She had just gotten it back—proof of the baby she hadn’t yet told Jason about, her secret plan to surprise him after the wedding.

She turned to Ava, her voice shaky. “I don’t understand. How does he know?”

Ava’s face turned pale, her eyes widening in shock and something else—something that made Sophia’s heart drop.

“Ava, what did you do?”

Sophia’s voice was a broken whisper, and Ava’s silence spoke volumes. In that moment, everything fell apart. Betrayed not just by the man she loved, but by the friend she had trusted with her deepest secret.

Sophia is left standing alone, not only heartbroken and abandoned but now questioning the one person she thought would always stand by her side. What had Ava done, and why? As Sophia’s world unravels, she realizes that the betrayal runs deeper than she ever imagined, and the truth behind Jason’s disappearance is only the beginning of her trouble.

Sophia felt her knees buckle, and she reached out to steady herself against the altar. The weight of Jason’s absence was suffocating, but it was Ava’s silence that sent a chill down her spine. The guests were still murmuring behind her, the whispers of scandal growing louder, but all Sophia could hear was the thudding of her own heartbeat in her ears.

“Ava,” Sophia repeated, her voice now laced with a mix of anger and desperation. “What did you do?”

Ava’s eyes flicked nervously to the ground, her face drained of color. She opened her mouth as if to speak, but only a strained breath escaped. Marianne moved closer, her protective instincts flaring, but Sophia held up a hand, stopping her.

“I need to hear it from Ava,” Sophia insisted, her gaze never leaving her friend’s face.

Ava finally met Sophia’s eyes, her own filled with tears. “I—Sophia, I didn’t mean for any of this to happen,” she stammered. “I was just trying to protect you.”

Sophia’s expression twisted in disbelief. “Protect me? By telling Jason about the baby? By ruining everything?” Her voice cracked, the anger rising like a wave, threatening to drown out the pain.

Ava shook her head frantically. “It wasn’t like that! Jason… he came to me last week. He was having doubts, and I thought… I thought if he knew, maybe it would push him to commit. I never thought he’d run, Sophia. I swear.”

Sophia’s mind reeled as she tried to process Ava’s words. Ava had gone behind her back, taken something precious and private, and used it as leverage. The betrayal cut deeper than any wound Jason could have inflicted. The revelation was a stark reminder of just how fragile her world truly was—built on trust that had now been shattered.

“You had no right,” Sophia said, her voice now eerily calm, the anger simmering beneath the surface. “That wasn’t your choice to make.”

Ava’s eyes welled with fresh tears. “I’m so sorry, Soph. I thought I was helping.”

Sophia looked at Ava, the woman she had shared every secret, every joy, every sorrow with, and felt a deep sense of loss. It was as if she were standing before a stranger. Ava’s intentions, however misguided, had torn apart the most important day of her life, leaving her exposed and vulnerable.

Before Ava could say more, a commotion erupted at the entrance of the chapel. The heavy doors swung open, and a figure rushed in, breathless and disheveled. Sophia turned, her heart leaping to her throat. It was Jason.

He looked every bit the mess of a man who had run from his own wedding, his hair tousled, his suit wrinkled and stained. He locked eyes with Sophia, desperation etched across his face, and for a moment, hope flickered in her chest. But as he approached, Jason’s expression hardened, and Sophia braced herself.

“I’m not here to fix things,” Jason said bluntly, his voice cutting through the stunned silence of the chapel. “I came to make sure you understood. Ava wasn’t the only one who told me about the baby.” He paused, his eyes darkening with something close to regret. “I saw the report myself—left in my car last night.”

Sophia’s breath caught. Her mind raced, piecing together the implications. The clinic report had been missing from her bag, but she had dismissed it as her own oversight. Now, the truth loomed ominously. Someone else knew about the baby and had deliberately intervened. Jason glanced between Sophia and Ava, his jaw clenched.

“I thought I was protecting you,” he said, his voice softer now, as if pleading for understanding. “But it’s more complicated than you know.”

Sophia stood there, trapped between the pain of Jason’s abandonment and the tangled web of deceit that surrounded her. The truth was slipping further out of reach, buried beneath layers of lies, and as she looked around, she realized that her once perfect world was crumbling faster than she could catch the pieces.

Sophia’s heart pounded as she stared at Jason, knowing that this was only the beginning. There was another player in this twisted game—someone who wanted to ensure that the truth remained hidden, and the consequences of uncovering it could shatter what little remained of Sophia’s life.

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Chapter 1
** The Broken Promise**The story opens in an elegantly decorated chapel, adorned with white roses and soft candlelight, casting a warm glow over the polished wooden pews. Guests sit in anticipation, murmuring in excitement as a soft melody plays from the string quartet. Outside, the sky is a bright blue, a stark contrast to the storm brewing within the chapel’s grand walls. The air is filled with the sweet scent of flowers and the promise of new beginnings, but the atmosphere is thick with tension.Sophia Harrington stood in the bridal suite, her fingers trembling as they brushed the delicate lace of her wedding dress. The mirror reflected a vision of beauty: her dark hair perfectly styled, her makeup flawlessly applied, her eyes sparkling with unshed tears of joy. This was supposed to be the happiest day of her life—a moment she had dreamed of since she was a little girl. But something felt off. She could feel it in her bones.Her best friend and maid of honor, **Ava**, adjusted Sop
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Chapter 2
** Unraveling Truths**The reception hall, once a vision of elegance with its sparkling chandeliers and pristine table settings, now felt like a hollow shell. The guests, awkwardly sipping champagne and murmuring in hushed tones, were an uneasy reminder of the chaos that had erupted at the chapel. The cheerful clinking of glasses and the soft melody of the string quartet were drowned by the tension that gripped the room.Sophia sat at the head table, her eyes glazed as she stared at the untouched cake adorned with delicate sugar roses. Every inch of the hall screamed celebration, but all she could feel was a gnawing emptiness. Jason’s sudden appearance had answered nothing; instead, it had unearthed more questions, each more damning than the last.Jason stood a few feet away, talking in low tones with Ava, who still looked shaken. Sophia watched them, the bitter taste of betrayal heavy on her tongue. She couldn’t shake the image of Jason’s hardened expression at the chapel, his words
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Chapter 3
**The Price of Secrets**Sophia walked briskly through the garden that sprawled behind the reception hall, the cool night air stinging her cheeks. The garden lights cast a soft glow on the manicured hedges and blooming roses, but the beauty of the place only deepened her sense of isolation. Her thoughts whirled chaotically, the weight of Ethan’s words pressing down on her. Who could be watching her, and why? She felt a cold shiver run down her spine as she tried to piece together the fragments of Jason’s betrayal, Ava’s involvement, and Ethan’s cryptic warnings.Ethan’s footsteps crunched on the gravel path behind her, his presence a constant reminder of the dangers she faced. He was close now, close enough that she could feel his breath, but Sophia kept her eyes forward, unwilling to acknowledge him. “Still think you’re safe out here?” Ethan asked, his voice low, almost mocking. “If I were you, I’d be looking over my shoulder. People have a habit of disappearing when they dig too de
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chapter 4
**Shadows of Betrayal**The night air was thick with tension as Sophia stood paralyzed, her heart pounding in her chest. The menacing men in dark suits closed in, their expressions cold and unreadable. The garden, once a place of solace and beauty, now felt like a trap—each perfectly trimmed hedge and marble statue a silent witness to her unfolding nightmare.Ethan shifted, positioning himself between Sophia and the approaching men, his jaw set in a defiant line. Ava, trembling but determined, clutched Sophia’s arm, her grip tight enough to leave marks. The leader of the group, a tall man with a scar running down his cheek, took another step forward, his gaze piercing through the shadows.“Ethan,” the man growled, his voice a low rumble. “You were warned to keep your distance. Now look where it’s gotten you.”Ethan smirked, though his eyes flickered with unease. “Funny, I don’t remember asking for advice. What do you want, Marco?”Marco’s smile was cold. “This isn’t about what I want,
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Chapter 5
**The Bitter Truth**The car's engine hummed, filling the tense silence as it hurtled down the dark, winding road. Sophia's heart raced, her mind a tangled mess of fear, anger, and confusion. The night outside the windows was pitch black, the world beyond reduced to fleeting shadows and blurred lights. Beside her, Ethan sat rigid, his gaze locked forward, as if bracing for an impact that had yet to come.Sophia’s hands trembled in her lap. Ethan’s words echoed in her mind, a chilling refrain that refused to fade. *“He made a choice. He chose his own skin over you.”* She felt the sting of betrayal deep in her chest. Every memory of Jason—his promises, his kisses, the way he’d held her hand and swore they’d face everything together—now felt like a cruel joke.“Tell me everything,” Sophia demanded, her voice steady despite the storm raging inside her. “No more half-truths, no more lies. Why did Jason do this?”Ethan glanced at her, his expression grim. “Jason’s always been desperate to p
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Chapter 6
**The Cost of Trust**A remote cabin in the woods, far from the city. The warm glow from the fireplace casts soft shadows around the room. It's cozy, but the tension inside is palpable. The silence outside feels heavy, with the wind rustling the trees, adding to the sense of isolation.Sophia and Ethan sit by the fireplace, the heat from the fire doing little to ease the cold distance between them. After everything they’ve been through, trust is still fragile. They’ve escaped the immediate danger, but the emotional scars run deep. Ethan has been protective, but Sophia senses that he’s holding something back, and it’s eating away at her. She wants to trust him, but doubts linger in her heart.Sophia struggles with her feelings for Ethan. After Jason’s betrayal, she is terrified of being hurt again. Every time she looks at Ethan, she wonders if he’s hiding something. She can’t afford to fall for someone only to be deceived once more. Ethan, on the other hand, is torn between confessing
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chapter 7
**Torn Between Shadows**The night deepens around the cabin, the sky a heavy blanket of darkness. The trees sway ominously in the wind, casting long shadows that stretch toward the windows. Inside, the warmth from the fireplace contrasts with the icy tension that Jason’s sudden arrival has brought. The cabin, once a refuge, now feels small and suffocating. The three figures stand still, the silence thick with the weight of unsaid words.Ethan’s eyes narrow at Jason, fists clenching at his sides.The cold night presses in on the cabin as a storm brews in the distance. Thunder rumbles softly, a low, ominous sound that mirrors the tension inside. The once-cozy cabin now feels claustrophobic, the fire in the hearth barely offering warmth to the strained trio standing in its glow. The isolation that once felt like a sanctuary now feels like a trap. Outside, the wind picks up, rattling the windows, adding to the eerie atmosphere of unease.Jason’s eyes flicker between Sophia and Ethan, his d
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Chapter 8
**A Door to Darkness**The once cozy cabin has become a fortress under siege. The wind howls outside, shaking the fragile structure, while the ominous voice beyond the door echoes with a bone-chilling threat. Shadows dance on the walls, illuminated only by the flickering light from the fireplace. Inside, the tension is suffocating as Ethan, Sophia, and Jason stand frozen, their minds racing to comprehend the danger creeping closer.Ethan’s hand hovers over the gun he has tucked away in his jacket, but his mind is working on overdrive. He can’t risk a confrontation without knowing who’s at the door. Sophia stands behind him, her hands gripping the back of a chair for support, her knuckles white. Jason’s face is pale, his panic just barely restrained.The knock comes again, this time accompanied by a slow, menacing drag of knuckles against the wood. The voice follows, dripping with malice. “Open the door, Jason. We know you’re inside. You can’t hide from us.”Sophia’s heart hammers in h
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Chapter 9
** The Cost of Secrets**The cold night clings to the cabin as the rain beats against the windows, intensifying the fear inside. The flickering light of the fire only casts darker shadows as Sophia, Ethan, Jason, and Max stand in the heart of the cabin, emotions whirling like a storm. Outside, the men that Max came with wait, their presence a constant threat. The door, broken from their forced entry, hangs crookedly on its hinges, a reminder of the fragile situation they're all trapped in.Sophia’s mind spins, her legs weakening as she stares at Max. Her brother—her long-lost brother—now stands as part of the very force that threatens to tear her world apart. The cabin feels smaller, its four walls pressing in on her, trapping her between two impossibilities: the betrayal she feels from Max’s presence, and the looming danger outside.Jason, still pale, speaks first. “What the hell is going on here? Max, why are you with them?”Max’s expression hardens, his eyes locking with Jason’s. “
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Chapter 10
**Hearts in the Storm**The storm outside rages on, mirroring the chaos within the cabin. Rain lashes against the windows, lightning occasionally illuminating the dark forest that surrounds them. Inside, tension simmers. Ethan, Sophia, Max, and Jason are all on edge, with danger looming just beyond the walls. The fire crackles, but its warmth does little to comfort them. As the gunshot echoes in the distance, fear tightens its grip on everyone, but it’s the weight of the secrets that has shattered the fragile trust between them.Sophia stands frozen in the middle of the cabin, her mind still reeling from the revelations. The rain pounds harder, but her thoughts are consumed with Max’s words: *You’re the key to everything.* What could that possibly mean? She feels like her world is falling apart—everything she thought she knew about her brother, her life, has turned out to be a lie.Ethan moves closer, his hand brushing gently against her arm. “Sophia, we have to go. We don’t have time
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