by J. B. Tilton
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Disclaimer: "Charmed" and all related characters and events are the property of the WB television network, except for those characters specifically created for this story. This is a work of fan fiction and no infringement of copyright is intended.
(Authors note: This story takes place between season 5 episodes "Happily Ever After" and "Siren Song")
Strange happenings lead Piper and her sisters to a startling and terrifying conclusion. Someone or something is trying to cause Piper to have a miscarriage.
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Phoebe waited patiently as the pharmacists' assistant got the prescription for her. Piper's morning sickness prevented her from filling the prescription herself. But her doctor was insistent that she needed the prescription to prevent possible complications later on.
"There you go," said Stanley, the pharmacists' assistant, handing Phoebe the bag. "Sorry it took so long. We're kind of backed up here."
"Not a problem, Stanley," said Phoebe. "I appreciate your taking the time to take care of this for me."
"My pleasure," said Stanley. "How's Piper doing? I'm sorry. I didn't mean to be so familiar. But we've been filling your prescriptions for so long I kind of feel like I know all of you."
"That's okay," said Phoebe, smiling. "I guess in a way you do. And she's doing fine. Except for the morning sickness."
"That should take care of everything," said Stanley.
"How long before you take your test to become a pharmacist?" asked Phoebe?
"Six months," said Stanley. "Once I do I can help my dad dispense the medication instead of just bagging them up for him."
"Good Luck," said Phoebe, "Just do your best on the test. Wouldn't want you to inadvertently make a mistake in someone's medication."
Stanley just stared at her. He had suddenly turned white as a sheet.
"Sorry, it was just a joke," said Phoebe. "I'm sure you'll do fine."
"Oh, yeah," said Stanley. "I guess I'm just more nervous about it than I thought. The tests are pretty rigorous."
"So you've told me," said Phoebe. "I'll tell Piper you asked about her."
"Thanks again," said Stanley. "Have a good day."
"You too," said Phoebe.
"Got your prescription," said Phoebe coming into the manor. "And Stanley asked about you."
"Stanley?" questioned Piper.
"The pharmacists son," said Phoebe. "You remember him. He's the one who usually gives us the prescriptions after his dad has filled them."
"Oh, yeah," said Piper, "I remember. He's a sweet boy."
"Yeah, he is," said Phoebe, handing the bag to Piper. "He's about to take his test for his pharmacists license."
"Did you wish him luck?" asked Piper.
"Of course," said Phoebe. "I'm sure he'll do fine. He's really very smart."
"Leo's out with another one of his charges," said Piper. "Think I'll go to bed early. Maybe this prescription will stop the morning sickness tomorrow. I'll sure be glad when this phase passes."
"So will Leo," snickered Phoebe.
"Okay," said Piper. "I'm going to take one of these pills and go to bed. I don't want to be disturbed unless the Source attacks."
"But we vanquished the Source," said Phoebe. "Three times in fact."
"I know," said Piper as she left the kitchen.