Love In Between

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A few weeks after their special date, Ava woke up feeling unwell. She had a fever and her whole body ached. She knew immediately that she was sick and wouldn’t be able to go to work that day.

She tried to push through the illness, thinking it would pass quickly, but her fever only got worse. She decided to call in sick and stayed in bed all day, trying to rest and recover.

Ava spent the day in bed, resting and trying to recover. She drank fluids and took medication, but her fever didn’t seem to be going down. She felt weak and helpless and knew that she needed to see a doctor.

As the days went by, Bruce grew more and more concerned about Ava’s condition. She wasn’t getting better as quickly as he had hoped and he could see that she was struggling. One evening, after work, he decided to stop by her place to check on her.

When he arrived, he could see that Ava was not well. She looked pale, and her eyes were sunken, and she had a high fever. He knew that she needed to see a doctor right away.

Without hesitation, Bruce scooped her up into his arms and took her to the hospital. At the hospital, Ava was seen by a doctor and was given a series of tests to determine what was making her so ill.

She had blood tests, a chest x-ray and a CT scan. The doctor also asked her a series of questions about her symptoms and medical history.

After Ava was discharged from the hospital, Bruce took her home and helped her get settled back in. He made sure she was comfortable and had everything she needed before tucking her in for the night.

Ava was grateful for Bruce’s care and support throughout her illness, she couldn’t have made it through without him. The next day, she felt much better, her fever was gone, and her energy was returning. She decided to stop by the hospital on her way to work to pick up her test results.

Ava stepped out of her car, dressed in a casual yet stylish outfit. She was wearing a pair of faded blue jeans that hugged her curves in all the right places, paired with a white t-shirt and a denim jacket. Her hair was styled in loose waves that fell over her shoulders, and she was carrying a small, leather shoulder bag.

She walked towards the hospital, her heels clicking against the pavement as she made her way to the entrance. The hospital was a large, imposing building with a modern design. The exterior was made of sleek, gray stone, and large windows allowed natural light to flood the interior. The entrance was marked by two tall glass doors, which slid open automatically as she approached.

Inside, the hospital was bustling with activity. Ava walked past a busy reception desk, where staff members were helping patients and visitors check in. The floors were polished to a high shine, and the walls were adorned with colorful artwork and photographs. The air was filled with the sounds of beeping machines and muffled conversations. She walked to the right, towards the laboratory and found her way to the counter where she handed over her ID and was given a form to fill.

Ava walked to a nearby seating area, filled with other people waiting for their tests. She sat down, feeling a bit nervous about her results, but tried to stay calm. As she waited, she couldn’t help but feel impressed by the hospital’s cleanliness, modern facilities and the level of care given by the staff.

As Ava sat in the waiting room, she suddenly heard a commotion coming from down the hall. She turned her head and saw a group of nurses rushing towards her, pushing a stretcher at a fast pace. The person on the stretcher was covered in a white sheet, and their face was obscured by an oxygen mask. The nurses moved quickly and efficiently, their expressions focused and serious.

One of the nurses was pushing the stretcher while the other two were walking alongside it, holding onto various tubes and monitoring equipment. They were all dressed in crisp, blue scrubs and white sneakers. The first nurse held a clipboard and was calling out vital signs to the others. The second nurse was checking the IV bag, ensuring that it was properly secured, and the third one was holding onto the oxygen tank, monitoring the amount of oxygen left,

As they passed by Ava, she couldn’t help but feel a sense of urgency and concern in the air. She watched as they disappeared down the corridor, heading towards the emergency department. She realized that the person on the stretcher was in critical condition and needed immediate medical attention.

The scene was chaotic but organized, the nurses working together seamlessly to provide the best care possible for their patient. The rapid movement, the sound of monitor beeps, the nurses talking amongst themselves, all added to the sense of an emergency situation taking place.

After the commotion with the stretcher had passed, Ava continued to sit in the waiting room, lost in her thoughts. She glanced at her watch and realized that it was time for her appointment with the doctor to discuss her test results.

She stood up and walked to the reception desk, where she gave her name and was directed to a small consultation room. Inside, she found a comfortable chair and a desk with a computer on it. A few minutes later, the door opened and the doctor walked in.Text property © Nôvel(D)ra/ma.Org.

After the doctor had reviewed all of the test results, he paused and looked at Ava with a smile. He said “Ava, I have some good news, your test results indicate that you are pregnant.”

Ava was surprised and couldn’t help but feel a mix of emotions as the reality of the news sunk in. The doctor noticed her reaction and added “I can see you’re a bit taken aback, but this is great news. The pregnancy is in very early stage, but it seems healthy.”

The doctor went on to explain that she would need to schedule some additional appointments with an obstetrician and also go through some prenatal tests. He also provided Ava with some brochures and leaflets containing information on nutrition, prenatal care, and what to expect during pregnancy.

Ava listened carefully, taking in all the information the doctor was providing her. She left the consultation room still in shock, but at the same time feeling excited and happy about this new chapter in her life. Pregnancy was a big change, but with the help of the doctor and her loved ones, she felt she was ready for it. She wondered how happy Bruce would be when he heard this.

Ava was stunned, she hadn’t expected this news, but she felt a mix of happiness, excitement and fear. She knew that having a baby would change her life in so many ways, but she couldn’t wait to start this new journey with Bruce.

Excitedly, Ava rushed to the office, eager to tell Bruce the good news. She couldn’t wait to see the look on his face when she told him that they were going to be parents.

When Ava told Bruce the news, however, his reaction was not what she had expected. Instead of being excited and happy, he looked shocked and upset. He muttered something about needing to take care of something before leaving the office abruptly.

Ava was taken aback by his reaction, she didn’t know why he would be upset about the news of them having a baby, especially after they had talked about starting a family together. She knew that something was wrong and she didn’t know what to do.

Feeling confused and hurt, Ava tried to reach out to Bruce but he didn’t answer her calls or messages. She didn’t know what was going on and why he was reacting this way. She knew that she needed to talk to him and figure out what was going on, but she didn’t know how to approach him. She knew that she had to be patient and wait for him to come around, but she didn’t know how long that would take.