Chris laughed and cried at the same time. She was her cheerful self despite everything, and as usual, she was right. He needed a lawyer.
Chris’ parents didn’t accept his relationship with Amanda. When she announced her pregnancy at dinner, they rushed to call her a cheater because they had just received some shocking medical results. Their lives would never be the same.
Chris sighed in front of his parents’ house door, expressing his desire to get the visit over with. Amanda, his wife, caressed his arms, reminding him that they wanted his parents to accept her and come to their wedding. Chris grunted, stating he didn’t care if his parents couldn’t accept the woman he loved.
Amanda pleaded with him, emphasizing the importance of family and wanting his parents to be part of their children’s lives. Chris tried to keep his composure, muttering his agreement reluctantly. Amanda encouraged him, hugging his side.
Chris’s mother, Mrs. Castillo, greeted them with a fake grin, subtly nodding to Amanda and moving aside to let them in. Chris refrained from rolling his eyes, reflecting on how his parents had never accepted Amanda, even though they were engaged.
When Chris graduated from college and got his first job, his parents introduced him to Ciara, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Geoffrey. Her father was on a local private clinic board, highly respected in their town. The Castillo family was wealthy due to great-grandfather’s investments, but Chris wasn’t interested in status.
At college, Chris made amazing friends from all walks of life, realizing he wanted a real woman, not the ones he met through private school and country club parties. He met Amanda when they collided in a parking lot. It was love at first sight for Chris, who immediately asked her out. Amanda initially resisted but eventually agreed, and they had been together since.
The first time Amanda met Chris’s parents was a disaster. They wanted Chris to break up with her, preferring Ciara instead. Chris firmly rejected their demands, stating his disdain for Ciara. The dinner continued awkwardly, with Amanda sensing the tension. Despite the lack of warmth from Chris’s parents, Amanda remained hopeful and involved them in wedding planning.
Chris had something urgent to tell Amanda, which might change their relationship forever. His parents showed concern when he discussed it with them but remained stoic. Chris feared Amanda might leave him after hearing the news.
During dinner, Mr. Castillo inquired about Amanda’s work. Amanda happily shared about her job and the upcoming event she was planning. Mr. Castillo bluntly asked when she would quit to become a housewife, confusing Amanda. Chris intervened, asserting that Amanda would keep working. Amanda then announced her pregnancy, hoping it would bring the family closer.
The room fell into silence. Mrs. Castillo broke it by angrily declaring that Chris was infertile, accusing Amanda of cheating. Chris was in shock, having recently received medical results proving his infertility. Mrs. Castillo screamed at Amanda, calling her names and accusing her of trapping Chris with a baby. Mr. Castillo demanded Amanda leave, threatening a restraining order.
Amanda, in tears, tried to defend herself, but Chris remained silent, unable to process the situation. Mrs. Castillo dragged Amanda to the door, forcibly throwing her out. Amanda, devastated, called out to Chris, but he didn’t respond.
In the following days, Chris moved out of their shared apartment, leaving the medical results and a note for Amanda, breaking her heart. Amanda, convinced of Chris’s paternity, tried to reach him but was blocked by his parents, who called the police on her.
Amanda vowed to raise her baby, Paul, on her own, determined to find happiness without Chris. Her company supported her, and she felt confident despite the challenges. However, facing life as a single mom was daunting.
Chris, meanwhile, tried to move on, supported by his parents. He began dating Ciara, albeit reluctantly, feeling pressured by his parents. One day, he ran into Amanda on the street and was struck by a photo of her baby, noticing the baby’s blue eyes. Amanda dismissed him angrily, accusing him of abandoning her and their son.
Chris pondered the situation, doubting his infertility diagnosis. He discovered from Mrs. Geoffrey that his results were part of a plan to break up him and Amanda, orchestrated by his parents and Ciara’s parents. Enraged, Chris confronted his mother, who confirmed the betrayal. He immediately went to Amanda’s apartment, determined to make amends.
Chris explained everything to Amanda, who was shocked but understanding. He apologized, expressing his desire to be part of their son’s life. Amanda, though hurt, agreed to let Chris meet Paul and suggested they consider legal action against Mr. Geoffrey. Chris, filled with hope and determination, vowed to make things right and win back Amanda’s trust.
