Q: I am a 24-year old man studying in America. Two years ago, I met an American girl and after few days I had sexual intercourse with her. Our relationship continued for a while and she became pregnant. I did not care and we continued our relationship until she delivered a female baby. Now, the child is a year and half old and lives with her mother. Dear respected Shaykh, I do not know what to do in this case, and I do not know the ruling of Islam on it. Should I marry this girl? Is the child attributed to me or to her mother? Should I leave her, return to Saudi Arabia, repent to Almighty Allah and forget everything? (Part No. 11; Page No. 255) Dear Shaykh, please answer me as soon as possible. I should mention that I will do whatever you say, but I am totally concerned with the child's future. I am very confused and fear doing something which I will regret the rest of my life. Please, give me a clear answer. May Allah reward you with the best.