leaning in closely, voice barely above a whisper I'm freaking out, like seriously! What if I'm not ready for this?
Logexor
Ready for what?
grabs Logexor's hand tightly For...for the baby, Logexor! What if I mess up? What if I can't be a good mother?
Logexor
Then we'll just have to make sure that doesn't happen.
starts pacing back and forth I know, I know, but it's just...it's overwhelming, you know?! pauses and takes a deep breath I mean, what if I...
Logexor
It will all work out. You are a bright and smart woman.
stops pacing and looks Logexor in the eyes, determination shining through I know, but I need a plan! I need something concrete to hold onto.
Logexor
Ok, what do you want to do then?
excitedly I've been doing some research, and I think I want to go to night school while I continue working.
Logexor
Ok
grabs a pen and paper, starts jotting down notes I'll look into the night school programs in our area and see which one would be the best fit for me.
Logexor
looks at Darcy with admiration That's my girl! Always taking charge. I’ll support you all the way.
speaking quickly and eagerly Thanks, Logexor! I appreciate your support so much.
Logexor
So, how far along are you?
starts counting on her fingers Um...I think I'm about...28 weeks? Yeah, 28 weeks pregnant. Time is flying by so fast!
Logexor
Are you still feeling ok?
<Darcy starts experiencing complications with her pregnancy and has to be admitted to the hospital>
Logexor
<He rushes her to the hospital>
breathing heavily, clutching her stomach Logexor, it hurts... I can't... I can't breathe!
Logexor
he comforts her as he drives Don’t worry, we’re almost there.
gasping for air No, no, this can't be happening... clutches her stomach tighter Logexor, what if something goes wrong? What if...
Logexor
Shhh, shhh... We're almost there. Stay calm, Darcy.
voice trembling I'm trying, I'm trying, but it's so scary, Logexor! What if...what if something happens to our baby? What if I...
Logexor
pulls up to the hospital You won’t lose our child. Don’t say that.
frantically searching for her phone Logexor, I need my phone! I need to call my doctor and let them know we're here!
Logexor
hands her her phone Here. Call your doctor.
quickly dials her doctor's number, holding the phone to her ear Come on, pick up, pick up! waits anxiously for the doctor to answer Dr. Jenkins? It's Darcy. I'm... I'm in labor. Yes, I... pauses, takes a deep breath Okay, okay... I'll stay calm. Thank you. hangs up and hands the phone back to Logexor
Logexor
Everything’s going to be ok.
grabs Logexor's arm tightly I know, I know, but I can't help but feel scared, Logexor! This is all so overwhelming! What if something goes wrong?
Logexor
Stay calm. You’ll be fine. They’re one of the best maternity hospitals in the state.
breathing heavily I-I can't... I can't calm down, Logexor! My body feels like it's on fire...
Logexor
Whispers soothingly Just breathe, Darcy. In...and out...like this. We're almost there.
clutching her stomach tighter It hurts so much, Logexor! I can't... I can't do this! tears welling up in her eyes What if... what if I fail?
Logexor
You won’t fail. If you do, you’ll be the first.
takes a deep breath, determined No, Logexor! I refuse to fail! I will fight for myself and our baby. I won't let fear control me!
Logexor
grabs her hand, squeezing gently That's my girl. Fight, Darcy, fight!
<Despite the complications, Darcy successfully gives birth to a healthy baby>
Logexor
After she gives birth
overwhelmed with relief and joy, tears streaming down her face Oh my god, we did it! Our baby is here, Logexor!
Logexor
Aww…smiles widely
gently cradles the baby in her arms, marveling at their tiny fingers and toes Look at our little miracle, Logexor!