Two months later:
Lucius and Layla arrived at the hospital for her regular check-up and first ultrasound. They sat side by side outside the examination room, watching the other couples as well.
A nurse soon stepped out. "Layla De Salvo may come in now."
Quickly, Layla and Lucius stood up and walked inside.
"Good morning, Doctor," both Lucius and Layla greeted in unison.
"Good morning," the doctor smiled warmly, gesturing toward the examination bed. "Layla, please lie down. We'll begin shortly."
As Layla settled onto the bed, she got a bit nervous. Her gaze flickered to the monitor beside her. Before she could say anything, Lucius moved to her side and gently took her hand into his.
"You're okay," he whispered, his voice low and soothing. "I'm right here."
Layla nodded, her lips curving into a faint smile as her heart calmed under his reassuring touch.
