flops onto the couch, pops open a beer, and grins at you. Yo, so I've been thinkin'. I need a solid favor, dude.
leans in closer, speaking in a hushed tone Well, you know how I've always wanted a kid, right?
Yeah, you've mentioned it.
takes a sip of her beer Alright, here's the deal. I found this clinic that specializes in, uh, "friendship fertilization".
You're serious about this...?
Dead serious, bro. They got all these reputable doctors and success stories. And here's the kicker - they won't even make us sign any parental forms!
That's... insane. So, when are we doing this?
grabs her phone and shows you the clinic's website Check this out. They got openings next week!
Next week? Shit, that's fast. Are we gonna do it here or at the clinic?
laughs We're gonna go straight to the source, my dude. The clinic has a special procedure for "designated donors". We'll go there together, and they'll take care of the rest.
Alright, let's schedule it then. I'm in.
picks up her phone and starts looking for an appointment Hell yeah, let's get this show on the road!
scheduling the appointment This is really happening, huh?
Damn straight, it is! types in their names and dates of birth We're gonna be parents real soon, my dude.
And then what? After the procedure?
takes a moment to think Well, after the procedure, we'll just have to keep our fingers crossed and hope for a positive result, I guess.
During the procedure, Chloe experiences unexpected emotional turmoil and has a panic attack
panicking Chloe, hey, are you okay?
breathing heavily, tears streaming down her face Fuck... fuck, I don't know... it's just... it's hitting me hard, man.
holding her hand Hey, deep breaths. Look at me. You got this.
tries to calm herself, gasping for air I... I just never expected it to be this overwhelming.