Vivian, did you hear? We have a boy. The nurse chuckled, I told you everything would be fine. Go get some rest, you lucky man.
As a doctor, I’ll visit our friend. I’m allowed to. Margaret blissfully smiled, closing her eyes.
Her baby boy lay on her chest. It was touching and delightful. All the hours of pain were worth it.
The name for her son just popped into her head, Tyler. It couldn’t be any other way. And she didn’t care who his father was.
What mattered most was that he was her own son and now her life didn’t belong to her alone. The door to the room opened and Vivian walked in. She approached her friend and kissed her.
Well, congratulations, Margaret. How are you feeling? Margaret laughed and replied, to be honest, it wasn’t easy. The doctors were even worried I wouldn’t manage it myself.
Is Liam at home now? Vivian chuckled, they barely managed to get him to leave. You should have seen how worried he was for you. Pacing like a caged tiger, pestering me with questions.
He loves you, Margaret, that’s for sure. I think he’ll propose soon. Margaret beamed with a smile and her heart felt like it might leap out of her chest.
She exclaimed, you think so? I’d be so happy to become Liam’s wife. And really, I am so grateful to both of you for being here right now, for both of you entering my life. After all, I was a lonely pregnant girl.
Thank you, guys. Vivian smiled and said, I’ll be happy to visit this little warrior, too. I hope he’ll get used to me.
For Margaret’s discharge, Liam had prepared meticulously. He arrived in a rented white car, dressed in an expensive suit, a pristine white shirt, and carried a huge bouquet of flowers. Vivian had been in Margaret’s room in the morning, helping her get ready.
All right, your Romeo is downstairs, eagerly waiting. And we’re all set. Shall we go? Vivian asked.
Margaret was puzzled. Vivian, what’s all this for? It’s like we’re preparing for a wedding. I’m just getting discharged.
Why all these fancy outfits? The nurse smiled and said, one thing I can tell you is that there’s a surprise waiting for you. Margaret stepped outside, and Liam quickly approached her, proudly held Tyler in his arms, and handed her a beautiful box. I congratulate you on the birth of our son.
I want to put this ring on your finger as a sign that we are more than just friends. I love you, my dear, and I want you to be my wife. And Tyler, my son, will you marry me? Liam asked.
All the nurses clapped, and the sound of a champagne bottle popping open echoed. It seemed like everyone got teary-eyed. Even the elderly janitor left his broom and watched with affection.
Margaret could no longer contain her emotions and simply wept, whispering softly, I agree, I love you too, and I can’t help myself. Then they went to celebrate Tyler’s birth. Margaret soon moved into Liam’s mansion, and they had a wedding.
Liam adopted the little one, giving him his last name. Their relationship was in harmonious right from the start, and it was challenging for both of them, but it was always Tyler who reconciled them. It happened that the baby was drawn to Liam.
He would calm down and fall asleep in his arms, not being fussy. In those moments, the warmth and brightness filled Liam’s heart, and all the silly grudges and arguments took a backseat. The newlyweds would always make up beside their son’s crib, looking at him with affection, stroking his tiny fingers, and saying aloud, We are such fools.
Let’s go for a walk with our little one. Three years passed. The family lived in harmony.
Tyler grew and started attending daycare. Liam fulfilled Margaret’s long-standing dream and gave her a car, so the once restless cab driver occasionally took trips. She derived immense pleasure from the experience.
Margaret learned patience and respect during this time, and she realized that a family was hard work. She appreciated her husband for his loyalty, dedication, generosity, and care. The woman never regretted marrying Liam.
Winter arrived, and her husband had an excellent proposal for Margaret. My love, how about going on a vacation by the ocean? What’s stopping us? We’ll soak up the sun. What do you think? Margaret squealed with joy, Of course.
I’ve never been to the ocean, and I’ve always wanted to go. You’re the best. Tyler clapped his hands merrily, and preparations began.
The couple visited a travel agency to suitable family tour. Liam and Margaret sat in comfortable chairs with Tyler in her arms, and a manager approached them. The woman mechanically greeted them and didn’t realize why the man stood frozen in his place.
Upon closer inspection, she realized it was her ex-boyfriend, Andrew. It turned out that over all these years, he hadn’t made much progress in his career and was still a manager, just as before. Margaret immediately remembered their breakup and decided to repay him with indifference, pretending not to remember him.
Good day. My husband and I, along with our son, would like to choose a family tour to the ocean. What can you offer us? Margaret inquired.
Andrew could barely hold himself together, stammered and mumbled, unable to respond adequately. In his mind, there was only one thought. Could it really be that this plain waitress, Margaret… No way! She’s such a magnificent lady, a beauty.
Her husband appears wealthy, and the little one is so lovely. He even looks a bit like me. Wait a minute, she was pregnant when I left her.
What if this is my son? Through the haze of his thoughts, he heard Liam’s voice. Sir, are you even listening to me? I’ve been talking for ages about where we’d like to go. I think we’d be better off going to a different agency.
This service is entirely unsatisfactory. But Andrew acted as if he hadn’t heard him, took a deep breath and mustered up the courage. Margaret, don’t you recognize me? It’s Andrew.
Tell me, is this my son? What’s his name? Liam raised an eyebrow and responded firmly. He’s my son. Any more questions? You’re clearly not in your right mind.
Margaret, let’s go from here. We’ve just wasted our time. What a lunatic! Margaret responded peaceably.
Don’t be angry, my love. People make mistakes sometimes. Liam took his wife and son by the hand, and they left the agency.
For a long time, he couldn’t calm down and blamed himself for losing such a woman. Bridget had left him long ago. He hadn’t made any progress in his career, and he was still living with his parents.
His only entertainment was beer and weekend football. That’s how life had passed. Today, seeing Margaret so happy, he suddenly felt a deep regret and anger at himself.
Now, his son called another man dad, and he was no longer loved. What did he have left? There weren’t many women eager to marry a simple manager without prospects. It was only Margaret who had once loved him so sincerely and faithfully.
Oh, if he could turn back time, he would never have let her go. Margaret and Liam went on a holiday, got tanned, and had a great time. A month later, they received another surprise.
Margaret found out she was pregnant. Liam hugged and kissed her, twirled her around, and celebrated like a child. Margaret thought to herself, if someone had told me that I would meet a wanderer on the road, marry him, and have his child, I wouldn’t have believed it.
And now, I’m the happiest person alive. Fate works in mysterious ways. Margaret decided to play matchmaker in her best friend’s love life and introduced her to Liam’s friend and partner, Thomas.
It turned out to be a great idea. They ignited a passionate romance, and soon Vivian was also pregnant. The best friends, now both expecting, discussed their situations, went to doctor’s appointments, and enthusiastically prepared for motherhood.
Both families often gathered for joint vacations, played volleyball, and simply enjoyed their time together, filled with joy and laughter. To be loved is more than to be wealthy, because being loved means being happy. This simple truth is known to all, but not everyone in life is fortunate enough to love and be loved.
However, our heroes achieved it.