Because it's a short for a contest. Nine Months was originally what I had entered, but it's too long for a one-shot contest. So I wrote a one shot.
Still confused?
Yeah. Her name is Jacob. And you don't have to read it if you don't like it, but thanks for the comment anyway (: I'm glad you took time to write one unlike some of my readers!
I always try to answer everyone's questions :) The story isn't really about aliens. I just couldn't think of a better word for it. That's a very small part of the story.
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