How to Become a Dad in Five Minutes

— My husband cheated on me. Right there—on our wedding day!

— What do you want from me five minutes before the end of my shift? — I lazily turn around. — Come after the New Year holidays, or better, go back to your husband…

I suddenly stop. In front of me is the bride in a wedding dress and with a rounded belly.

— Pregnant? How far along?

— Thirty-five weeks. We were in a hurry to get married before giving birth, and he cheated on me. You have to annul the marriage! Here’s the passport.

— Kira Stanislavovna, maiden name Pampushina, — I read the name. — Pampushka, is that you? — I recognize the girl from my past.

— What? Are you out of your mind? — she jumps up indignantly. So I must have mistaken her.

Kira grabs her belly and looks at the chair in confusion. Following her gaze, I notice a wet spot on the leather seat.

— I think my water has broken, — she whispers.

Stop! What…