After seeing his cousin, Lori, and Alicia to the door he took Amy back to her bed and laid her down. Bo then went back to his wife who was sound asleep, their son in her arms. Bo took Danny and put him in the basinette that they had used for Amy.
Bo got into the bed next to his wife and fell asleep with her in his arms. Bo woke up the next morning to his wife's low groan. Layla looked into his eyes, her own eyes bright and glassy.
"Bo, I don't feel too good," Layla said in a hoarse voice.
Bo touched her forehead gently. She felt almost hot to the touch and her face was sweaty. Bo bolted out of the bed and pulled another quilt out of the closet. He put it on her gently.
"Layla, we have to get you to the doctor. I'm gonna call Lori and as soon as she gets here I'll take you and Danny to the hospital," Bo said, smoothing her damp curls.
"I love you, Bo," Layla said, holding his hand against her lips as he picked up the phone and called Lori. Lori came in a hurry and soon Bo, Layla, and Danny were in the hospital.
At the Hospital Bo had signed some papers and then soon they saw Layla and the baby. After a quick examination of Layla
and the baby the Doctor spoke to the concerned family and husband.
"I know what the problem is. Layla has an infection which is common sometimes when women give birth. She's got an infection
on the inside in her stomach, but once I prescribe some Antibodics she should be better in no time. The baby however is
fine. And the little run in with the snake did cause an early birth. Layla also has high blood pressure and we need to
get that down also with pills. I reccomend her to stay in the hospital at least a few days." Then the doctor left.
"Oh great, just what we need, more problems". Layla moaned not feeling so great.
Bo looked at Layla "Hey, your going to be fine once he gives you medicine. Now just rest Layla ". Layla looked a him
dreamily. "Don't leave me again Bo." she said.
Bo "I won't sweetheart. I'll be here when you wake up." then he tured to Lori and Luke "I'm sorry to have to ask you this again,
but could ya watch Amy for a few more nights? And the baby to? Just until Layla feels better".
Lori "No problem Bo. Anything for family".
The Doctor came back and made Layla take pills for her blood pressure, and Antibodics for the infection she had. Within
minutes Layla conked out.
Bo stayed with his wife as the nurses undressed her, put her in a hospital gown, and put her in the bed. Bo laid down next to her and wrapped his arms around her after they had given her the medicine.
Bo was happy that whatever was wrong wasn't serious and that Layla and Danny would be all right. Bo fell asleep, Layla's head resting on his shoulder. Bo woke up a few hours later. Layla was still asleep, but her forehead was cooler than this morning.
Bo kissed her lips gently as he got up. Layla woke up, a small smile teasing her pretty lips. "I thought you went home, Bo," Layla said slowly.
"Never. You asked me to stay with you and I did. After the nurses changed your clothes and put you to bed I decided to take a nap with you in my arms," Bo said, stroking her curly hair gently as he kissed her lips and chin gently.
"I love you, Bo," Layla said softly as Bo's lips kissed her over and over.
"I love you too. Do you need me to get you some food?" Bo asked, kissing her neck.
"I'm thirsty. Can I have some water?" Layla asked.
Bo gave her one more kiss and picked up the water that the nurse had placed beside her bed. Layla took one long drink as Bo held the cup the water was in. Layla grasped his wrist, holding his hand steady.
"Feel better?" Bo asked, wiping her lips with a paper towel.
"Much. How's Danny?" Layla asked as Bo got back on the bed and held her in his arms.
"He's doing fine. Luke and Lori are watching him and Amy. You just need to rest, Darlin.' " Bo said, kissing her forehead gently.
"Okay. Bo, I am going to get well again," Layla said, stroking Bo's face gently.
"I know you will, Sweetheart. I need you as much as you need me," Bo said, watching his wife's eyes close at last. Bo settled her down on her pillows and got up. Bo went looking for a nurse. He needed her to watch Layla as he went to get some dinner for both him and her.
Layla slept peacefully for two hours without any noises or interruptions. She hadn't even noticed that Bo had been gone
to go get dinner for both of them.
Bo was being so wonderful about everything and not even complaining about the hospital bills that they would be getting
very soon. It was good that Bo got paid decent money with his job as the Sherriff.
Layla couldn't believe that she had complications after childbirth. She just was glad they wasn't serious enough to make
her die or anything like that. She didn't want her children growing up without a mom.
Layla dozed off some more and woke up by the time Bo came back. The next time she woke up, Bo had lit up candles in the
room, and even had her favorite pasta made for her Chicken Alfredo. Bo made the best pasta in the world.
Layla woke up, smelling of the food. She wondered how Bo managed to do all this and not disturb her or any of the nurses.
She saw him bring a hosipital tray of food over to her as she sat up. "Bo, this is all so sweet of you" she commented.
Bo smiled at her "Thought you might be hungry. You need to eat something, Layla".
"I know, its just I feel so tired, so weak. You think I'll be able to keep anything in?" Layla asked.
Bo traced her thin lips with his finger. "I'm positive. Can you hold your fork or should I feed you?" Bo asked after a brief kiss.
"I feel too weak, Bo. I think you should feed me," Layla said, a faint smile crossing her lips.
Bo handed her the napkin and fed her slowly, giving her a couple of kisses between bites. Layla cleaned her plate and laid back among the pillows, watching Bo eat his dinner.
"I love you, Bo Duke," Layla said, reaching up and touching his face gently.
Bo swallowed quickly. "I love you too. I'm happy every day that I found you and for our children," Bo said, gripping the hand that gently stroked his face and pressing a firm kiss to the palm.
"Bo, you have made me so happy. You have shown me more love than I have ever experienced. I never thought I could be so in love," Layla said as Bo blew out the candles and put the dirty dishes on a tray.
"Me neither. I never thought I would find love again. I was supposed to marry Lori years ago, but she fell in love with Luke and said we should be friends. I hadn't been in love until I met you at the fair. When you told me that Rick was hurting you I knew then that I wanted you with me forever. I knew then that I would marry you just to keep you safe and show you love," Bo said.
"You've done just that, Bo. You married a total stranger and protected me. And you show me that you love me in a thousand ways. How did you cook dinner for us tonight?" Layla asked.
"That's one of my secrets. I'll tell if you kiss me," Bo said grinning. Layla smiled at him and kissed his lips firmly.
"Your secret, Bo," Layla said after a lingering kiss.
"Oh, yes. I went down to the cafeteria and asked the manager if she'd let me cook a romantic dinner for you. She was nice enough to let me when I told her that I was in love with my wife and that my wife loves Chicken alfredo," Bo said, going back to the dirty dishes.
"That was good of her. Bo, are you going home soon?" Layla asked.
"I have to, Sweetheart. Visiting hours are almost over. I'll bring Amy and Danny tomorrow," Bo said.
"I know. I guess we can't always have Luke and Lori watch them," Layla said ruefully.
"No. I'm taking these to the cafeteria and then I'll come say goodnight and kiss you goodbye," Bo said, as he walked out.
15 minutes later Bo had left for the night. Bo was looking forward to bringing Amy and Danny to the hospital. He knew Alicia would feed the baby since she had Little Luke and was expecting another baby, but Bo could tell that Layla missed the children and wanted them to see her.
Layla missed Bo instantly after he left. She turned on the tv and decided to watch a comedy. Layla missed her two kids
and would be glad to see them each tomorrow. Even though she had went through alot of pain to have them, it was worth it
because she had two beautiful kids and a loving husband.
Layla smiled at the thought of Bo making her dinner like that. He had totally surprised her. He often did things like that
just for no reason but that he wanted to.
She loved Bo with all her heart and soul. He always showered her with kisses and made her feel loved.
The next day came quickly with Layla waking up and seeing Bo with their two kids. Luke and Lori and Alicia would drop
by later on, Layla smiled at her two kids as Bo put them on the bed watching them closely.
Layla held the new born Danny in her arms. "I see your doing well, little man you take after your father". Layla smiled
at Bo.
Bo smiled back he hoped one day his son would be like him.
Layla watched as Amy crawled to her in her little pink dress "And you, look so pretty today Amy!" Layla commented "Did
Daddy dress you?"
Amy grinned and made soft cooing sounds.
Layla laughed.
Layla smiled and hugged her little girl with her free arm. She noticed Bo was now walking better and still with a cane. "Pretty
soon you'll be back to your strong self". said Layla.
Bo scooped Danny up in his strong arms and sat on the bed. Bo and Layla just sat there, holding their children in their arms telling each other how much they loved each other.
"How are you feeling?" Bo asked, kissing Layla's ear gently.
"I'm doing okay. The doctor has given me painkillers for the pain in my lower back, but other than that I'm fine. There is one hitch though. He said that the fall may have damaged something and we may not be able to have any more children. I know you wanted a houseful," Layla said ruefully.
"I did and we'll have them if it's God's will. Right now, you just need to rest. We have enough to do with Amy and Danny," Bo said, kissing her lips gently.
"Bo, you are so good to me," Layal said after the kiss. She stroked his face gently, giving him a short kiss.
"I love you. The doctor says we can go home tomorrow and Rehab says that in three weeks I can start walking without the cane and get back to work," Bo said, wrapping his fingers in Layla's hair.
"Bo, I'm ready to lay down now. I took the painkillers an hour ago and it zonks me out," Layla said, yawning. Bo put Danny in his baby basket and Amy in her carseat. He gripped Layla by her shoulders and gently laid her back among the pillows.
"I love you, Layla Duke," Bo said, kissing her lips gently. Layla kissed him back.
"I love you too," Layla mumbled as she pushed strands of his hair out of his eyes and fell asleep. Bo sat watching her sleep for awhile. Layla was an angel when she slept. Bo had often woken up in the middle of the night, turned on a lamp, and watched her as she slept, her slender arms wrapped around his neck. It was that image that often caused him to kiss her and reflect on his blessings. Bo picked up on of her hands and pressed his lips to it, firmly.
Layla slept peacefully throughout the night. The next morning she was excited about going home again this time not alone
but with her family and Bo. She still felt weak and tired some, but she felt alot better than when she was first brought
here. That was okay, she thought.
Layla got dressed that morning and brushed her teeth and hair. She wore a navy blue shirt that was v-neck, and a grey skirt
with it.
Layla hoped and prayed to have more children with Bo. She knew he wanted a house full and so did she. If it was meant for
her not to have anymore, maybe they could adopt. Lots of people adopted that couldn't have kids. But if it was God's will,
as Bo then they might have more children in the future.
Layla was especially glad that Bo came back from the dead wanting to be with his wife and children. Layla had refused to
believe he was dead, she just simply could not live life without him. Bo provided her what others could not. Love,
security, safety, and acceptance. Bo loved her for who she was.
