"Go, one more push... I can already see the baby's head; one last push in the count of three. One, two, three push!"
Gail gave her all in that final push, and the next thing we know, the baby's cries fill the entire room."Ungahhh!""You did it, Gail!" I whisper, tears streaming down on my cheeks."I'm so proud of you, Gail... good job," my lips tremble in relief and joy.Eugene suddenly entered the room, his gaze instantly fixed on the small body in front of him."Congratulations! It's a healthy Baby Boy!" the doctor announced.I left Gail for a moment to approach Eugene, who hadn't taken his gaze away from the baby that the nurses were cleaning."Hey," I say, trying to get his attention."Hmm?" he replied, my brow furrowed as I heard his raspy voice, and I noticed his teary eyes when I looked at him.I wiped my own tears away. I, too, am relieved to finally meet a healthy and safe baby.I also look at the baby and observe how they clean him.Looking at the little angel in front of me, I am reminded of Gail's pain and hardship in order to deliver him safely and healthy. I realize now that no one can match or replace all that mothers sacrifice just to give their child a chance to live in this world.I looked up at Eugene once more."Gail worked so hard to give birth to the baby safely, putting her own life on the line to give birth to your child... you should respect her for the rest of your life, Eugene, and you should thank her from the bottom of your heart."Eugene locked his gaze on me for a long moment before nodding softly."I know, I know..." his eyes moved to where Gail was, and my heart painfully pounded as I saw Eugene's tears dripping as he looked at Gail."D-Doc!" Gail cried, sending us all into a state of panic.I dashed over to Gail and grabbed her hand tightly, wondering why she was screaming in pain again. As her condition worsened, I became extremely worried."There's another one, that's why I told you to get an ultrasound."We're all in awe as we watch Gail give birth to one more time. How painful is it to have another baby less than a minute after having one?"Another healthy baby boy!" exclaimed by the doctor once more.When I scanned the room after the doctor announced the baby's gender, I didn't find Eugene.What happened to him? Where did he go?"We'll take the twins to the other room for more monitoring," the doctor said, I was the one who nodded because Gail was now unconscious.Eugene texted me that he was in the hospital nursery room watching over the twins.When everyone had left after ensuring Gail's safety, I immediately sat down on the sofa to rest and calm myself."L-laura?" I turned to face Gail's bed when I heard her call my name."You need to rest... sleep some more" I stood up quickly and approached her bed.His lips were still pale, and traces of tiredness were still visible all over his face."I will now hand them over to you, Laura. My job is now finished, and I can finally leave in peace."After hearing that, my brow furrowed and annoyance engulfed my head."Why do you have to leave them, Gail? Eugene loves you, and now that you have a child, can't you just stay by their side and live as a whole family?"When I didn't get a response from her, I inhaled in frustration.Only now did I realize I was a masochist; I could feel the pain in my chest when I thoughtof their family would be reunited, that they would be there for their children together.I'm such a bad person for thinking and hoping that it's better it that won't happen, they already have children who need them both I should not think like this.How could I possibly take Gail's place? I'm nothing in compared to her. Gail is the only person who can be the mother because she gave birth to them while risking her life.I'm just a shameful stand-in with no experience and understanding about family afterall."Thank you for holding my hand earlier," she said softly before grabbing my hand firmly."I'm so grateful to know and witness how kind and you are, Laura." I'm overjoyed because you're standing next to Eugene and my kids...."I sigh again after hearing that, she just smiles painfully when she sees that."If I have a choice, I don't want to abandon them," her voice trembled as tears welled up in her eyes."Gail, please don't cry so much because you're still recovering from giving birth, shhh- I'm sorry, Please calm down." I couldn't help but caress her hand, she smiled at me as tears streamed down his cheeks."I have no choice; God wants to take me early." My chest throbbed painfully, and my eyes widened as I heard what she said."I love him... I love being by his side; I am the happiest when I am laughing with him; he is a very good person, such a loving man, a little childish at times haha. Then I found out I was sick, and instead of being concerned about my illness, I became angry with myself.I wish I had realized sooner that my life was destined to end so soon. Because if I'd known sooner, I wouldn't have let Eugene know me, and I wouldn't have let him love me... I don't want to hurt him. ”I just let her say whatever was on her mind, and now that I can hear her stories, I can really feel how kind and strong their bond is. She was more concerned about Eugene's reaction to her illness more than with her own death."How come you didn't tell him? He will understand you. He was even more hurt when you abruptly left. " I desperately said but all she did was shake her head and smile sadly."I just don't want him to remember the pain when someone he cherishes dies. Since his parents' death, he has also lost himself for several years and can't accept what happened. It's better for him to be angry with me than for him to be miserable for losing me. urgh!"When she suddenly coughs, I freak out and get up to get her a glass of water. She said something that made me cry as I poured water into the glass."All I want for him is for him to be happy, and I know that will definitely happen because you are with them; knowing that makes me happy to die peacefully because I know my boys are in good hands, and I know you will love them as if they were your own," she said in a low voice, and I can hear how she is suffering just to say those words to me.I took a deep breath and wiped away my tears before facing her again. I looked her in the eyes, which were clouded with tears. When I saw her cry, I couldn't stop myself from crying again. Just by looking at her, I could see and feel her pain, and I knew she didn't want to die and leave Eugene and their children behind. Every step I took towards the bed where she was lying felt so heavy. When I finally reached her, I instantly held her hand and gently squeezed it before giving her a slight smile."Gail, don't say that. No one can defeat your love for them, no one can match the sacrifices you made just to bring your children into this world; ev
We tried to locate Gail's relatives after Eugene said his goodbyes to her. But, according to what we found, Gail had not communicated with any of her relatives in a long time. We also had no idea where to look for them, so Eugene decided to hold a small and private funeral for Gail.I walked over to Gail's coffin and placed the white flower I was holding. I smiled when I saw her resting peacefully; she seems to be happy and satisfied right now... When a light breeze blows against my skin, I close my eyes and feel it... It's a very soothing wind, like a goodbye hug from her."Goodbye Gail, even though we've only been together for a short time, I won't forget you; don't worry okay? I'll look after them." I said for the last time. ----Things happened so quickly, and now we're in the Baby ward, where Eugene's two baby boys are. I rubbed his back as he began to cry, holding the glass and looking at the twins steadily. I looked up, wiped away my tears, and asked the nurse if we could see
When we arrive at the unit, it's almost twelve o'clock. We didn't want to be away from the kids for too long, so we waited until visiting hours were over before heading to the office. Eugene needed to sign some important documents so he wouldn't have to go to work the next day. Finally, the twins will be released tomorrow."You should get some rest, Eugene," I said as I tapped him on the back. "I'll just prepare everything we need to bring tomorrow and then go to bed," I said as I approached the twins' bedroom door.Because we were unaware that they were twins, the clothes I brought to the hospital were insufficient. Everything was only meant for one person. It's a good thing that the clothes I ordered last night arrived today so the twins can wear a matchy outfit tomorrow. "Let me do it, I know you're tired." he offered worriedly, I just shook my head trying to fight the drowsiness.I pushed his arms away when he began shaking my shoulders and gently pushing me into the room."But I
"Are you nervous?" I asked, pointing to his ear."Why should I be nervous?" he grumbled as he pulled into the hospital parking lot."You're blushing, which is why I'm asking if I ever make your heart flutter because I said I wouldn't leave you," I teased him further. When he properly parked the car, I laughed and unbuckled my seatbelt."Don't tease me too much because I might fall for you,"When I didn't hear what Eugene said, I quickly turned to him, but he hurried out of the car.I quickly got out and went to the back of the car, where he was. What did he say? I haven't heard much."Hey! What did you say earlier? I didn't hear you," I asked as I assisted him in lifting the baby basket into which the twins would be placed later."No, it's your fault you're beautiful but didn't clean your ears," he teased as he pinched my nose.He walked away, closing the compartment. I quickly followed him.When we arrived at the nurse station, a lady nurse approached Eugene right away."Hi Sir, may
I got up on the bed when I heard the baby crying; I didn't know who he was at first, so I just picked him up and tried to make him stop crying. Later, I realized it was Loki who was crying."Why is the baby crying?" I asked, swaying my body slowly.When Eugene returned to my room, he looked at us with worry. He started to walk closer to us to check on Loki, but Thor's loud cry startled him, and he dashed to the other crib."Hey... what happened, hm? Daddy is here," he said sweetly as he carefully lifted Thor."We'll need to clean their bodies later so they can sleep comfortably," I said, noticing the twins' loaded diapers.He approached me while holding Thor in his arms. We're now facing each other, holding the twins. I smiled when I noticed he couldn't take his eyes off Loki. He can't decide who is going to look first."I think they're starving," Eugene stated. While still holding Loki in my arms, I nodded and walked over to the milk formula and bottle on the other side of the bed.H
"I forgot to tell you that we don't have to go to work for a week," my brow furrowed."What do you mean? Is that all right?" I asked, and he shrugged."I'm the Boss, Laura. I can do whatever I want," he said trying to be arrogantly, I just laugh at his face. "OK, Sir," I said quietly as I stared at him, but Eugene just laughed and finished his coffee."And there's an agency that can help us with the babysitter," he said, which surprised me.When did he do that, exactly?"That's really quick, but please make sure they can be trusted.""That's why we've taken a week off work. The two helpers will arrive later at lunch, we'll monitor them for a week, and if they're good, we'll be more reassured." "He explained to me in a serious tone, assuring me that he will not 'just choose the person' and that children's lives would be put at risk."But I couldn't help but worry. I've read a lot about how bad things can happen when a child is left with someone else. My heart skipped a beat when I fel
"Oh my gosh!" she exclaimed in surprise after I dropped the folder on the office table. I looked up at her."If you don't have anything important to report right now, you can leave," I said sternly. I could see her confusion and nervousness on her face as she turned around. "And, next time," I said as she turned around, "don't spread any humor if you don't know what happened; if you don't respect other people, just think of your job; you didn't want to lose your job, did you?"I ignored our age difference. I knew she was older than me and that I should respect her... But why should I respect someone unworthy of it?"I'm sorry, Ma'am. Laura! I'm sorry, I can't do it again," she said.She is now facing my table and constantly bowing her head."Don't apologize to me; I'm not the victim of your gossip.""Ma'am..." she said nervously, and I just smiled at her while making a sarcastic face in front of her so she knows I'm pissed right now."I'm just telling you that you should apologize to
I've been out of work for three years. I did everything I could to make the kids and Eugene happy during those three years. Nothing special has changed in our relationship.I'm not sure if he has feelings for me, but based on his actions and sweet words, it appears that he does. I'm not sure, despite how sweet and gentle he is to me if we don't give a label on our relationship. That's nonsense.Our relationship has been fine for the past few years; we haven't hidden anything from each other, but in the last few days... Eugene's strange and secretive demeanor catches my attention. It appears that something is going on that he does not want me to know about."Ma'am, you're already awake? Oh, you also cook breakfast; I'm sorry I woke up late; I didn't realize you'd wake up early," Perla apologized when she noticed me sitting in front of the dining table."No, it's fine, I just woke up earlier than usual," I say, smiling and averting my gaze as I notice her eyes on me."Sir didn't come h