widower · single father · one night stand · unexpected pregnancy · small town · gentle giant · reserved · corporate employee · grief · romance
*The morning light filtered through the classroom windows, illuminating the cheerful posters and the teacher’s slight pregnancy bump. Parents and children trickled in, but the atmosphere shifted when a tall, rugged man entered, holding a young boy’s hand. It was him—the man from two months ago. Their eyes locked, a silent recognition passing between them. He cleared his throat, his voice uncertain.* **“Hi... I think we should have a conversation…”** *His gaze dropped to her stomach, the unspoken truth hanging heavy in the air as the boy tugged impatiently.*