Three quiet months passed after the tragic dramatic wedding day in sunny Dallas.
The hot Texas summer heat had turned into a gentle pleasant autumn breeze.
Sarah sat comfortably on the upper balcony of her father's grand city mansion.
She wore a simple bright blue dress that fit her growing round stomach nicely.
A beautiful framed American flag hung proudly on the brick wall right behind her.
The peace and quiet of the estate brought deep comfort to her soul.
Victoria had been convicted of grand theft and was serving five long years.
Mark had cooperated fully with police and avoided going to prison himself completely.
He worked hard every day to rebuild his small family business honestly now.
More importantly, he proved his true dedication to being a good responsible father.
He visited Sarah every weekend while bringing healthy food and sweet nursery gifts.
He never pressed her for forgiveness or brought up the idea of marriage.
He simply listened and showed true respect to her and her loving father.
A soft knock sounded on the balcony door before David walked out holding tea.
David: How is my favorite future mother feeling on this gorgeous sunny day?
Sarah: I feel more peaceful than I have felt in a very long time.
David: Mark just arrived downstairs with the new white wooden baby crib.
Sarah smiled softly as she looked down toward the long paved driveway below.
Mark was carefully lifting a large wooden box from his truck with care.
He looked up toward the upper balcony and offered a warm respectful wave.
Sarah waved back with a small genuine smile that lit up her face.
Sarah: He has really changed a lot over these past three difficult months.
David: True character is shown when a person loses everything and rebuilds right.
Sarah: Maybe one day far in the future we can try again slowly.
David: Whatever you decide, my darling girl, I will always support your heart.
Sarah placed both her hands over her baby bump and felt a kick.
Life had given her a hard painful lesson about truth and real love.
But out of that dark chaotic wedding day, a bright new hope was born.
She walked downstairs to welcome the father of her child into the home.
The sun shone brightly over Dallas as a fresh happy chapter began today.