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"Madison, I'm sorry," Michael whispered, his voice low and contrite. "I didn't mean to hurt you. I just want what's best for all of us. "You're right. We can make this work. We're strong, and we'll find a way to protect ourselves and the baby. "Please, forgive me. I love you, and I want to be there for you and our child. I'll never suggest getting rid of it again." Madison turned back to face him, her eyes still shimmering with tears as she nodded, her voice trembling with emotion. "I forgive you," Madison whispered, her voice hoarse with emotion. "But you need to promise me that you'll never suggest anything like that again. This baby is our future, Michael, and we need to protect it with our lives." Michael nodded, his gaze fixed on Madison's face as he took her hand in his. "I promise," he said, his voice filled with conviction. "I swear to you, Madison, I will never abandon you or our child. We're a family now, and we'll do whatever it takes to keep each other safe." With Ma