Chapter 56

Zara's POV
Every word that came out of his mouth felt like a knife stabbing into my heart. I thought back to all the beautiful moments we’d shared, and now it was all under threat. “You took human eggs? And this child—our child—was just a tool for your purposes?” I asked, my voice shaking with emotion.
“No. That wasn’t my intention. I didn’t mean to hurt you, Zara,” he replied with understanding. “This child—he’s not a mistake. He’s part of us, and I want to be responsible. Surely there’s a way for me to protect him. I have to protect you, too.”
Hearing his words broke my heart. The child inside me was innocent in this situation. He deserved a chance to live, and even though Leo made the decision, I felt genuine love for him.
“I can’t imagine taking him away, but this is so complicated,” I said, struggling for words. “I don’t know if I can forgive you, Leo. How can I trust you after knowing who you really are?”
Leo took a deep breath, as if sensing my sadness and doubt. “I understand that you feel confused and angry right now. You don’t deserve to be in this situation. I will do whatever it takes to regain your trust,” he said in a voice full of sincerity.
“Whatever happens, I want you to know that if you decide to keep this child, I will always be with you. I will fight to create a safe place for us and this child. However, we need to talk about what this means for both of us.”
At that moment, I felt a variety of emotions warring within me. I wanted to give my child a chance, but at the same time, I knew that dealing with the fact that my people might be threatened by the arrival of this new kind of creature was a difficult challenge to face.
“Leo, what are the consequences of all this? What could happen to humanity if your people stay here?” I asked realistically, searching for an answer.
He looked at me seriously. “We don’t want to cause any harm. However, there is a chance that our arrival will change things. If we break the treaty, it will be a big deal. But I want to believe that we can find a middle ground.”
Hearing all this made me feel vulnerable and confused on one hand, but on the other, I felt hopeful. Inside me, I wanted to protect this child, and somehow, I had to fight for his right to live.
“Okay. I need some time to think,” I said, trying to balance all my thoughts and feelings. “I can’t promise anything right now, but I don’t want to hurt this child.”
Leo nodded, seeming to realize the gravity of the situation. “We’ll get through this together. Talk to your parents, and if you need time, I’ll give it to you.”
After Leo left, I felt like I was at a crossroads. One part of me wanted to protect my child, while the other was filled with uncertainty about the future. It was all very complicated and difficult for me, but I knew one thing for sure—I wasn’t alone in this.
The night was long and thoughtful. With each passing second, questions swirled in my head. What should I do next? I felt trapped between two worlds: one that was familiar and familiar, and one that was foreign and uncertain.
I decided to take a deep breath and try to calm myself down. Sleep might not be an option, but maybe writing down my thoughts would give me some clarity. I grabbed the notebook that was always by my bed and started writing.
Child’s Presence: This child is a part of me. He is innocent in all of this, and he deserves to live. I want to protect him, but I also worry about the consequences of his presence in this world, especially with the fact that Leo is an alien.
Relationship with Leo: How will my relationship with Leo go? He has hidden a lot from me, and right now, our trust is shaken. Can I forgive him? Will he be able to be open and honest in the future?
Family and Security: What will happen if my family finds out about Leo and this situation? They may not understand or even try to protect me from something they consider dangerous. But I want them to support me through everything.
Consequences: If Leo’s people really do live on earth, what will that mean for humanity? I need to find out what their presence means. Is there a way to reconcile these two worlds?
After journaling, I felt a little relieved. Writing down all these thoughts helped me gain some clarity amidst the confusion. I wasn’t just dealing with a sudden pregnancy; I was also dealing with a bigger reality.
When I finally got into bed, I was exhausted, but my mind was still spinning. In these moments of uncertainty, I had my child as my hope. I was determined: no matter what, I would do my best to protect this child. Everything I wrote in the notebook was a series of steps to figure out and prepare for the future.
With renewed vigor and a little hope, I promised myself that I would talk to Leo the next day. We needed to discuss what was going to happen next and what steps we needed to take to face this situation together.
As the night ended and morning came, I knew that this journey would not be easy. But I was determined to face each challenge with courage, for myself and for the child who would come. With each step I took, I hoped that I could find a way to ensure that this child would grow up in a safe and loving environment.
After a night of contemplation and the decision to return to Leo’s house, I gathered my courage. With determination in my heart, I hoped to find a solution that would protect the child in my womb, while also preserving the integrity of our relationship.