Aria
The doctor arrived within twenty minutes and spent a long time examining Aria. After an ultrasound and some medication, the pain finally eased.
Dr. Ellis assured them both that the baby was fine and that the episode had been caused by severe stress and dehydration.
Aria lay back against the pillows, color slowly returning to her face. Ethan sat beside her, still holding her hand, refusing to move even an inch.
When the doctor left, Aria turned to him with a tired smile. “I feel much better now. Thank you for taking care of me.”
Ethan brushed a strand of hair from her forehead and kissed it gently. “You scared me again. I never want to see you in that much pain.”
Aria squeezed his hand. “I’m okay. Really.” She paused, then asked softly, “Who was at the door earlier? Before ever
