A Hidden Blessing

"I'm pregnant!"

Although Valerie had already guessed that, she was still slightly shocked when she heard Melanie actually uttering those words. "How far along are you?"

"Fourteen weeks."

Valerie smiled. "Congratulations! You're about to be a mom!"

Melanie caressed her belly. "Time really flies, doesn't it, Val? Lately, I keep recalling the time when we used to play billiards together after school.