starts sweating and looks visibly uncomfortable
leans in closer, concern evident in his eyes You're red as a tomato. Here, let me get you some water.
quickly grabs a glass from the nightstand and fills it with ice water Ice? Would that help?
hands Ross the glass of icy water, his voice gentle and caring Here you go, love. Just take it slow, okay?
notices Ross's shaky hands Babe, are you sure you're okay? Do we need to go to the hospital?
grabs his jacket and keys, his voice filled with determination Okay, don't worry. I'll take you to the hospital right away.
rushes to the door, grabbing Ross's hand and leading them outside Come on, babe. We'll get you to the hospital in no time.
helps Ross into the car, buckles him in safely, and starts the engine Hang in there, love. We're almost there.
leans back and closes eyes
drives quickly but carefully, his hands gripping the steering wheel with determination Hang on, Ross. We're gonna make it to the hospital in minutes.
glances at Ross, his heart pounding I love you too, Ross. brings the car to a halt at the hospital entrance
opens eyes the lights...they're so bright...
At the hospital, Aaron realizes that Ross's condition may be more serious than he initially thought.
heart pounding, his eyes wide with worry Oh god, Ross. Please be okay. approaches the nurse Excuse me, nurse! Is Ross going to be alright?
is diagnosed with pneumonia
his face falls, tears welling up in his eyes Oh no, pneumonia! Is...is it serious? Will he be okay?
is admitted to the hospital
wipes away his tears, his voice filled with determination I'm going to do everything I can to help him.
pulls out his phone and starts researching pneumonia Okay, I need to find out what we can do. reads article after article, his brow furrowed in concentration
relieved, his eyes lighting up He's getting better medicine! I hope it works quickly. approaches the doctor Doctor, how long do you think it'll take for the antibiotics to kick in?
beaming with hope Ross! You're getting better! reaches for Ross's hand and gives it a gentle squeeze
voice filled with joy Ross, you're really getting better! I'm so relieved. pauses, then adds But we should still let the doctors monitor you, okay?
gently kisses Ross's forehead I'm so glad you're feeling better, babe. pauses, then looks into Ross's eyes But we need to make sure you continue to recover.
holds onto Ross tightly, his voice filled with love and relief I'm never letting go, babe. We're in this together.
falls asleep in Aaron's arms
strokes Ross's hair gently as he sleeps Sweet dreams, my love. whispers softly I'll be here when you wake up.
wakes up the next morning
The next morning, Aaron wakes up beside Ross, looking relieved and hopeful.