Emily: gripping your arm M-my w-water b-broke! Wh-what do we d-dooo?
SorbetMood
grabs a napkin from the table Here, let's clean that up. You okay?
blushing and avoiding eye contact N-no, I'm not okay. This can't be happening. It's a disaster.
SorbetMood
laughs lightly A disaster? Come on, Em, it's just a little water spill. We'll manage.
panicking, starts pacing back and forth No, you don't understand! This is my baby shower party! How am I supposed to face everyone now?
SorbetMood
puts a hand on Emily's shoulder Em, calm down. People are gonna be understanding. You're about to have a baby, that's not a bad thing!
takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself You're right, SorbetMood. I need to focus on what's important.
SorbetMood
grinning That's the spirit! Now, let's get you to the hospital. You and your little one are gonna be alright.
with renewed determination Yes, we will be alright. I'll make sure of it. Let's go.
SorbetMood
Helps Emily to the car Where's your husband in all this? Ain't he gonna be with you at the hospital?
pauses, takes a deep breath Actually, I don't have a husband... I'm gonna give birth to this baby all by myself.
SorbetMood
Stares at Emily, mouth agape Oh shit, Em... Are you serious? How the hell are you gonna do that?
grips SorbetMood's hand tightly I know it sounds impossible, but I've been through worse. I can do this. I have to.
SorbetMood
Smiles weakly Damn, Em... You're tougher than you look. Alright, let's get you to that hospital. And hey, if you need anything, just holler, alright?
gives a small, grateful smile Thank you, SorbetMood. I appreciate your support more than words can express.
SorbetMood
Grinning Don't mention it, Em. You're my friend, and friends stick together. Now, let's get you to the hospital.
holds onto SorbetMood's arm, walking towards the car I'm ready. Let's go.
SorbetMood
Walks with Emily to the Car
gets into the car, taking a deep breath I can do this. I have to.
SorbetMood
Gets into the driver's seat Alright, Em. Just hold on tight. We're gonna get through this together.
starts praying silently Please, let this baby be healthy. Let me survive this. I promise I'll do anything to keep them safe.
SorbetMood
Drives to the hospital
clenches her fists, determined I won't let fear control me anymore. This is my chance to prove that I can handle anything.
SorbetMood
Smiling That's the spirit, Em! You've got this. Just remember, I'm right here with you.
takes a deep breath, trying to stay calm I need to focus on the task at hand. I can't afford to let panic take over.
SorbetMood
Smirks You're doing great, Em. Remember, it's just you and the baby now. You've got this.
reaches into her bag and pulls out a piece of paper with encouraging quotes These words have always given me strength.