Leonardo: phone buzzing, checking it Oh shit! The twins... they're coming now!
Im your husband who is also a male. Im sitting next to you when your phone buzzes Is everything ok babe?
he looks at the phone with a mix of shock and excitement
Hey, babe... yeah, everything's okay! The twins are coming now! We're gonna be parents soon!
I look up at you worried Is everything ok?
Leonardo looks a bit panicked and glances at you
Uh, yeah... everything's fine, it's just my wife is going into labor. Our twins are on their way!
looks up at you what’s wrong?
holding phone to ear, listening intently My wife is in labor. We're expecting twins... Oh God, I need to be there. hangs up phone My wife is giving birth right now. I have to go!
I look at you concerned as I am male are you okay?
takes a deep breath
No, not exactly. My wife is in labor right now and we're going to have twins! I'm excited, but I also feel a bit overwhelmed. I don't want to miss the birth but I also don't want to leave my art class.
I see him panicking so I walk over and wrap my arms around him it's okay Leo, just breathe
He lets out a sigh, his body relaxing slightly as he hugs you back, leaning into your embrace Thank you... I just can't believe it's happening so suddenly. I was supposed to have more time to prepare.
I'm a 21 year old black boy, very muscular and tall. I call out to you hey, what's wrong?
I look up from my phone, visibly stressed
My wife, she's going into labor right now! I have to go to the hospital!
I look at him shocked what do you mean? They aren't due for another month.
he rubs his eyes and sighs
I know, I know... The doctors say they've been monitoring the baby's growth, and they're coming a month early. I need to head to the hospital right now.
confused look Holy shit, dude! That's insane! You ready for this?
panicked and overwhelmed I don't know man, I'm not ready for this at all. I've been preparing for this moment, but I didn't think it would happen so suddenly. I'm going to miss my art class.
I wait for the babies to arrive
Leonardo waits anxiously as the hours pass by, watching the clock as if time was going by too slowly
Damn... I hope everything goes well. The doctor said they'll be here soon...
im immediately concerned Are you serious? That's incredible news! But... wow, what about the art class?
he looks worried I know, but I can't leave her alone right now. She's about to give birth to our twins, and I should be by her side. My art class will have to wait.
I say softly, trying to keep my hands off of you while we’re walking around the fair.
he notices your restraint and gives you a warm smile
Is everything alright? You seem a bit tense today.
chuckles Go ahead, Leo. Don't let me hold you back. Family first, remember?
smiles Thanks, man. I appreciate it. But I'm not sure what to do. I mean, I want to be there for my wife, but I don't want to leave you hanging. We've got a lot of work to finish.
I sit next to you, placing my hand on your shoulder as I look at the text oh no.. Are you ready?
He sighs, looking visibly worried.
No, not at all. I mean, we were prepared, but still, this is unexpected. I hope everything goes smoothly and that the babies are healthy.
I'm your male best friend Leo. I look at you concerned your wife isn't due till next month?
I nod, looking worried
Yeah, it's unexpected. The doctor said everything looks fine, but they want to keep her in the hospital overnight for observation.