SWEETENING

CHAPTER EIGHT

(On their wedding night, Annastasia and Max share a romantic moment)

Annastasia: (nervously) "Max, I'm a little scared. I've never done this before."

Max: (gently) "Annastasia, we'll take it slow. I promise it will be okay. I love you."

(They share a sweet kiss, and Max slowly and gently makes love to Annastasia)

Annastasia: (tearfully) "Max, that was beautiful. I love you too."

Max: (smiling) "You're amazing, Annastasia. I'm so grateful to be your husband."

(They cuddle and fall asleep in each other's arms, feeling happy and content)

(As they settle into married life, Annastasia and Max continue to support each other's dreams)

Annastasia: "Max, I've been thinking... I want to start my own business. A boutique clothing store."

Max: "That's amazing, Annastasia! I'm so proud of you. Let's make it happen."

(With Max's support, Annastasia's boutique becomes a huge success)

Max: "I knew you could do it, Annastasia. You're a rockstar."

Annastasia: "Thanks to you, Max. You've been my biggest supporter from day one."

(As they celebrate their one-year anniversary, Max surprises Annastasia with a special gift)

Max: "Annastasia, from the moment I met you, I knew you were the one for me. This is a symbol of our forever love."

(He hands her a beautiful necklace with a custom-made locket)

Annastasia: (tearfully) "Max, it's stunning. I love you so much."

Max: "I love you too, Annastasia. Forever and always."

(They share a romantic kiss, grateful for their love and partnership)

(As they continue to build their life together, Emily and Max face new challenges and adventures)

Annastasia: "Max, I've been thinking... I want to start a family. What do you think?"

Max: "I've been thinking the same thing, Annastasia! Let's make it happen!"

(Emily gathers her friends, Ashley, Chelsea, and Becky, at her home, looking excited and nervous)

Annastasia: "Girls, I have some amazing news to share with you all! (pauses for dramatic effect) I'm pregnant!"

Ashley: "What?! Oh my gosh, congratulations, Annastasia! That's incredible news!"

Chelsea: "Ahhh! I'm so happy for you! You're going to be an amazing mom!"

Becky : "Wait, what?! (laughs) I'm going to be an aunt again! Congratulations, Annastasia!"

Annastasia: (laughing) "Thanks, girls! Max and I are beyond excited. We can't wait to meet our little bundle of joy!"

Ashley: "How far along are you? Do you know if it's a boy or girl?"

Annastasia: "I'm about 12 weeks along, and we're going to find out the gender soon! We can't wait to share that with you all too!"

Chelsea: "This is going to be such an adventure! We're all here for you, Annastasia. You're going to rock this mom thing!"

Becky: "And we're all going to spoil that baby rotten! (laughs) Congratulations again, Annastasia!"

(They all hug and celebrate with excitement and joy).