Parenthood

Someone had it out for me.

How the hell did I almost die twice in one year? Was someone that desperate to get me off this earth? And how the hell did I keep making it through?

Dr. Malik was going to be incredibly stressed out next time we saw him.

Slowly, I opened my eyes. It was so nice and quiet compared to how chaotic it was when I passed out. Seemed like a lot had happened since then.

“Scarlett?” Dr. Conner asked. “How are you feeling?”

“Um, okay. My babies-”

“Are fine. They’re with their fathers right now.”

“Really?” I asked. “They’re okay? I actually did it?”

“You did really well, yes. You definitely scared us for a minute there, but everything is alright. Your babies are beautiful and you’re going to be okay.”

“We’ve come a long way from me being in denial about being pregnant huh?” I laughed.

“We really have. Thank you for trusting me.” Dr. Conner smiled.

“Thank you for proving me right. Can I see my babies now?”

“Of course you can. Just a moment.”

I sat up slowly, still