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Apr 19, 2020 18:04:41 GMT -5
Post by jmalsimmons on Apr 19, 2020 18:04:41 GMT -5
Tatyana sat down at the table along with Zafina as she continued feeding Marcus his baby food. She already knew why her guest came to her private office, no doubt for advice about what she's currently going through now.
"Though I have a feeling why you're here, I'll let you tell me yourself," Tatyana said.
Zafina took a deep breath to calm herself. "I wish to ask how you managed being pregnant. It's clear you have a certain knowledge that might help me."
The UN agent nodded. "I thought as much. Ask any question and I'll answer as best I can."
"What are the normal symptoms and how severe can they get?" was Zafina's first question.
"It can range from anywhere to headaches, back pain, vomiting, sore feet, nausea, and other factors. Depending on how far along you are, the pain is minimal but grow as you come closer to your due date," Tatyana explained.
"The nurse said I was only two weeks in, so I suppose I shouldn't expect anything now?" Zafina asked.
Tatyana shrugged her shoulders. "Every woman's body is different. What I can handle, you might not be able to, and vice versa. You'll learn as the weeks go by. Right now, I'm about 3 months."
"Three? But it doesn't show," Zafina remarked. "I make sure to keep myself in shape. Just because I'm carrying another one in me doesn't mean work stops," Tatyana said.
Zafina nodded. "Fair enough. Was it difficult giving birth?"
"Not with this little guy," Tatyana said before tickling Marcus who giggled. "He made it easy on me despite being my firstborn child."
"First?" Zafina questioned.
Tatyana sighed. "Carla is adopted. Her parents were murdered by Nina Willaims."
"That blonde woman working for Jin Kazama," Zafina mused. "Why did she do it?"
"I honestly don't know, though I believe they were caught in the crossfire of the war. Thankfully, I rescued Carla before she joined them," Tatyana said. "She still has nightmares about that day and Nina's face coming into her mind. I may have no choice but to take her to counseling."
Zafina glanced over to see Carla asleep. "That poor child..."
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Apr 19, 2020 18:56:39 GMT -5
Post by Ling Xiaoyu on Apr 19, 2020 18:56:39 GMT -5
As Zafina talked to Tatyana, Blake thought it was best to strum up conversation with the person who knows him best, his mother. Both he and his mother both live busy lives, but they always found ways to keep in contact with each other.
Grabbing his phone, Blake ran through his contacts until he reached his mother's name. Without hesitation, Blake dialed her number and waited for her to answer..
Within two dial tones, her voice chimed through the other end, "Hello my baby boy, it's wonderful to hear your voice again!" Penelope spoke to her son, gleaming with pride that she got a chance to hear Blake's voice.
"Hey Mama, it's always a joy hearing from you. I miss you.." Blake responds to his mother, as he thought of the words to say to his mother relaying the news about Zafina's pregnancy.
"I miss you too, Logan." Logan was Blake's middle name and his nickname of choice from his mother, "Anything new my love?" She would ask curious as to what her son has been up to..
"Uhh.. well, not much!" Blake cursed himself mentally, as he knew his mother was no fool. "You're really going to tell me a lie like that son? You know you can't get anything past me, hehe. What's truly going on?" Penelope responds to her son, Australian accent coursing through her words..
"Well, you remember Zafina right?" Blake started, hoping that she remembered the countless times he told her about Zafina.. "Hmm, Zafina.. Zafina.. Oh! Yes! She's the lady you met from your time down in Egypt correct? What about her? Is she okay?"
She remembered, great! "Yes! She's definitely more than okay, she's um.. pregnant." Blake says hoping she could catch the reference, "She's pregnant? Great! By who?"
That failed! Time to let the cat out the bag, "By me Mama, hehe, You're going to be a grandmother!" After Blake responds to his mother, the call suddenly ended..
"Hello? Mama, hello?"
Right then, Blake's mother called him back and couldn't contain her happiness, "Blake Logan Taylor!! You're going to be a dad!! I can't believe it! Oh, where are you now?! I need to see you and Zafina!"
"We're in New York currently!" Penelope chimed as she heard that her son was in the big apple, "Small world son! I'm in New York for a business trip! I have a free day tomorrow, I would love to see the special lady!"
"Great! We're in the UN building, you have to come in the lobby and ask for me, the lobby is the only part available for the public.." Blake explained to his mother..
"No problem son, I'll see you tomorrow my sweetie! Congratulations!" Penelope exclaimed before ending the call with her one and only son...
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Apr 19, 2020 19:22:11 GMT -5
Post by jmalsimmons on Apr 19, 2020 19:22:11 GMT -5
"How did you and Raven end up meeting?" Zafina asked.
"Well, he and our master, God rest his soul, were practicing one day on the outskirts of the city here. I ran away from home after being abused for so long by my mother shortly after my father died. She drove him away as nothing he did could satisfy her. The reason why I have all these scars around my face is because of her. So please forgive me if I don't shed any tears for her eventual death. The master saw me and realized the hurt and neglect I went through and didn't hesitate to take me in. That's when I met Raven." Tatyana said.
"We didn't get along, at first because of our different personalities but it did improve as the years went by. But tragedy struck again as our master past away due to a stroke. Raven and I buried him but stayed together before we joined the UN here. Then, we ended up falling in love, and the rest is history."
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Apr 19, 2020 19:27:20 GMT -5
Post by Ling Xiaoyu on Apr 19, 2020 19:27:20 GMT -5
After ending the phone call with his mother, Blake decided to text Zafina, not wanting to barge into her conversation with Tatyana being that they are discussing important matters.
'Hey love. I just thought I'd text you to see if you're okay! I love you'
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Apr 19, 2020 19:30:40 GMT -5
Post by jmalsimmons on Apr 19, 2020 19:30:40 GMT -5
"Despite your unfortunate upbringing, you managed to carve out a good life for yourself and your family. You should be proud, Tatyana," Zafina said.
Tatyana smiled. "Thank you."
A buzzing sound occurred from Zafina's phone. "Pardon me."
She read the text coming from Blake and put in a quick reply. Everything is ok, Blake. Merely speaking with Tatyana. I love you too.
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Apr 19, 2020 19:34:11 GMT -5
Post by Ling Xiaoyu on Apr 19, 2020 19:34:11 GMT -5
Blake's phone buzzed meaning a reply from Zafina has arrived, pulling out his phone he sent a quick reply relaying the message that his mom wants to meet her..
'How do you feel about meeting my mother tomorrow? She's in town for a business trip and would love to meet you!'
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Apr 19, 2020 19:36:10 GMT -5
Post by jmalsimmons on Apr 19, 2020 19:36:10 GMT -5
The buzzing sound went off again. Zafina checked for another replied and smiled at the prospect of meeting her lover's mother. I'd love to. Perhaps we can meet somewhere for breakfast or lunch.
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Apr 19, 2020 19:39:54 GMT -5
Post by Ling Xiaoyu on Apr 19, 2020 19:39:54 GMT -5
'Sure thing love, I'll let my mother know. Can you tell Tatyana that my mom is coming tomorrow? I don't want any mishaps like earlier today..' Blake would respond back to his lover, glad that she wanted to meet his mother..
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Apr 19, 2020 19:44:39 GMT -5
Post by jmalsimmons on Apr 19, 2020 19:44:39 GMT -5
Of course. I'll let her know. Zafina texted back. "My apologies, but would it be ok for Blake's mother to come here tomorrow?
"Sure. I'm certain that she won't cause any problems than what happeend earlier today," Tatyana said.
"We assure you that won't be the case," Zafina swore.
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