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Chapter 68: Ayla
Theo and I got out of the car at the doctor’s office later that afternoon. The parking lot was
nearly empty as they had probably stopped seeing patients for the day already. Theo had
managed to get them to fit me in today.
“This may be better anyway,” he said as he wrapped an arm around my waist. “The fewer
people see us here, the less risk of rumors starting.”
He kissed my temple and walked me inside.
“Hello, Alpha. Luna Ayla,” a woman in a white coat greeted us at the door. “It’s a pleasure
to meet you. I’m Dr. Albright.”
“It’s a pleasure as well, Doctor,” I said, shaking her hand. “We’re sorry to keep you here
after hours.”
“Don’t you even worry about that,” she said. “I’d be here doing my notes anyway. Come
on back with me.”
Theo squeezed my hand as we followed the doctor back to an examination room. She
started off with a standard exam and talked about what I could expect during a werewolf
pregnancy. She took her time, letting us ask as many questions as we had.
“There has been a lot going on ever since Ayla and I got together,” Theo said. “She has
been going through a lot of extra stress lately. Now, her morning sickness has been
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtgetting worse, so she’s not sleeping. I know this can’t be healthy for both of them.”
“It’s not healthy for any of you,” Dr. Albright said. “Ideally, we want both Mom and Dad to
get rest and relaxation. However, life often has
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different plans. I can definitely give you something that can help with the morning
sickness. As well as some pamphlets with techniques that can help reduce stress. It is
something important to consider. But what can help with that is to remember that we are
a resilient species, and babies are often as resilient as we are. But I’d like to do an
ultrasound today anyway. That should help put you at ease.”
“Thank you, Doctor,” I said.
She took us back to the ultrasound room and instructed me to lie down. It was a strange
feeling waiting to see my pup for the first time as she prepared the machine. She touched
the wand to my belly and within seconds, we could hear a heartbeat coming through the
monitor. Theo’s hold on my hand tightened. A smile spread across the doctor’s face.
“Everything looks fantastic,” she said, “And here” – she turned the monitor in our direction
and pointed to a spot on the screen
“is your little pup. Strong and healthy.”
I swiped at the tears that started to fall as Theo kissed my temple, whispering how much
he loved me.
“You will probably start feeling it kick any day now,” she said.
“Already?” I asked.
She nodded. “It’s growing pretty fast. It’s not terribly uncommon to see some pup develop
faster than others. And it is possible that you could have conceived shortly before your
heat, as well. Either way, you’re doing a great job and your baby is doing great.
I breathed a sigh of relief, leaning into Theo as he held onto me. Dr. Albright wiped my
belly clean and covered me back up. She printed out some of the images from the
ultrasound and handed them to me.
“First pictures of baby. I’ll get you something for the morning sickness, continue with your
prenatal vitamins, and just keep doing what you’re doing,” she said with a smile.
“Again, thank you,” Theo said. “We really appreciate you fitting us in. And for your
discretion.”
“Of course, Alpha,” Dr. Albright replied. “We are all excited about our nèw Alpha and Luna.
The pack will be just as exciting when they find out about the new addition. The least I can
do is help protect them.” She stood up and smoothed her coat. “Take any time you need,
but there isn’t anything else for me today. See yourselves out when you’re ready.”
We thanked her again as she left. The moment the door closed, Theo was kissing me. I
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmchuckled against his lips.
“Do you feel better?” I asked when he finally pulled away.
“I do,” he confirmed, helping me off the bench. “Do you?”
“I will feel even better once this morning sickness is under control,” I chided. “But yes, it’s
a big relief knowing that, with everything else, at least our pup is strong and doing fine.
Thank you. For insisting I come in.”
He brushed his fingers along my cheek. “It’s my job to take care of you, love,” he replied.
“Both of you. I’m not going to let you suffer. Even if it is normal or because of our pup.‘
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understanding that we may need to get used to a little bit
of suffering when it comes to our kids,” I teased.
“Not a chance,” he insisted with a grin.
After a few more kissed and caresses, we headed back out to the car.
My mind wandered to something I had been putting off as we pulled out of the parking lot.
“What’s wrong?” Theo asked.
“Nothing’s wrong,” I assured him. “I was just thinking. Now that we know everything is
fine, it may be time to tell Ma and Kylee
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