After their snack, Jack and Elizabeth fell asleep together on the couch. Both needed it after everything they had been through and were currently dealing with. They woke up a few times due to her coughing but for the most part they got rest. Until Jack heard a knock at the door. He quickly went to answer it before Elizabeth woke up.

He opened the door to find Dr. Matthews. "Good Morning, Dr. Matthews. How are things in town?" He stepped aside to let the man in.

"Hello, Jack. Things are looking better. Most people are on the mend and it didn't take me long to check everyone. I decided since I was just at the school I would come over here to check on Elizabeth."

"Well I am glad you did." Jack's face took on a look of worry.

"What is it, Jack? Is she having pains or bleeding?"

"No, it's nothing related to the pregnancy. She has a stuffy nose, sore throat and a cough. She also feels like she has a fever. She told me she thinks it's a sinus infection and that she used to get them a lot when she lived in Hamilton."

"That does make sense. The air around a big industrial city like Hamilton is not that great. The mountain air we have here is much better for her. I will examine her of course but since she has had them before and knows what they feel like, I am sure she is right. Being around the influenza victims must have made her immune system weak."

"Elizabeth thought that she may have gotten the influenza but it came about in the form of the sinus infection."

"Elizabeth is a smart woman. I should go examine her. Is she in the bedroom?"

"Actually no. The cough kept getting worse overnight and she finally gave up trying to sleep in the bedroom. She went to lie down on the couch so she wouldn't disturb me. She finally got a little sleep there. Could you do the exam from the couch?"

"That would be fine."

Jack led him to the living room. Elizabeth looked so peaceful that he hated to wake her up, but it needed to be done. He kissed her on the check then whispered in her ear. "Elizabeth, Sweetheart! Wake up for me, please." She opened her eyes and gave him a tired smile. "Dr. Matthews stopped by to check on you."

She looked over to see the doctor standing near Jack. "Good Morning, Doctor." She said as Jack helped her sit up. She started to speak again but a coughing spell prevented her from talking. Jack stood up so that Dr. Matthews could be closer to Elizabeth to conduct his exam.

"My Goodness! That cough doesn't sound good." Dr. Matthews exclaimed. "Jack filled me in on how you have been feeling. He mentioned you think that you have a sinus infection but by the sounds of that cough I would say you also have bronchitis. It's a terrible combination."

"Yes, I know. I have had bronchitis with a sinus infection a couple of times. As my cough got worse overnight, it sounded like I was getting bronchitis. I sound like I am barking like a dog when I have it."

Jack looked surprised with what the doctor and his wife were talking about. "Bronchitis? Elizabeth, why didn't you mention that to me earlier?" He looked scared.

Elizabeth reached over to squeeze his hand. "I am sorry, Jack, but I decided it was best to keep it to myself until Dr. Matthews was able to examine me. All you would have done was worry more about me."

Jack thought for a moment. "You're right." He moved away from the couch so that Dr. Matthews could conduct the exam. He watched carefully while Dr. Matthews listened to her heart and lungs. Then he took her temperature which was 101.7. He felt her sinus passages and looked in her ears.

"Well, it appears Elizabeth was correct in her diagnosis. She does have a sinus infection and bronchitis."

"What is the treatment, Dr. Matthews?" Jack asked.

"I can give her something for the cough. It will make her drowsy. Normally I would only say to take it at night but given the rough week she had, it may be good for her to take it more often. Rest is the main thing she needs to have right now, what with the illness and being pregnant. Elizabeth, given that you had chronic sinus infections, I am sure you have ways to relieve the pressure."

"Yes, soaking in a hot tub, eating soup and drinking hot tea all help."

"Keep doing that and get plenty of rest." He reached into his bag and pulled a bottle. "Here is the cough medicine. Take a tablespoon every four to six hours. I will come by tomorrow to check on you, but if you feel worse send Jack to get me." He started for the door, with Jack following. "No need to see me out, Jack." He waived and was gone.

Jack sat down on the couch next to his wife. "Do you need anything, Sweetheart?" He looked at her with worried eyes.

Elizabeth saw his expression and put her hands on his face. "Jack, I will be fine. It just takes time and rest to feel better. I will feel worse before I feel better. I know this is easier said than done but try not to worry too much."

He took one of her hands and kissed it. "Elizabeth, you should know I will always worry about you. I think I am more concerned now because of everything that has happened. With the epidemic, the baby and you getting sick, I am frightened. You may have had this before but never while pregnant."

"I'm sorry, Jack. You're right. To be honest it does scare me a little too. We can be scared together."

"Now that we have that settled, back to my original questions. Is there anything I can get you?"

"I would love a cup of tea and a blueberry scone. After I eat, I will get in the tub for a while, then take some cough medicine and try to get some sleep."

'That's a great idea." Jack gave her a kiss. "I will be right back with your tea and scone." He took the tray back to the kitchen from earlier, then returned with it full of the goodies Abigail had sent over. He didn't expect her to eat much but he was hungry. He watched as Elizabeth picked up a biscuit instead of a scone and take a bit of it.

She saw him looking at her. "I am not as hungry as I thought. My stomach is a little upset. I don't think it's morning sickness though. I have felt this way before when I have been sick like this."

"As long as you eat a little something, I am fine with that. I know how it is when you are sick and don't have an appetite." He gave her a kiss on her forehead.

Elizabeth finished her biscuit, then snuggled close to Jack, noting how warm he felt when she felt so chilled. Jack felt her shiver and put his scone down to pull her closer to him. He rubbed her arms up and down hoping that would warm her up. They sat there for a while before Elizabeth pushed herself away from him.

"Jack, I think I am ready for that bath now." She started to stand up but he stopped her.

He put a blanket around her. "You stay here under the blanket and I will start your bath. You keep warm."

She nodded her head and pulled the blanket tightly around her. She was relieved that he wanted to start the water for her. She was feeling so sick right now that she was feeling dizzy just sitting on the couch. She was going to ask Jack to stay in the bathroom with in case she felt worse.

Jack returned a few minutes later to find her snuggled deeper in the blanket. "Elizabeth? Your bath is almost ready. Do you want me to help you to the bathroom?"

She looked up at him. 'Yes, please." Her voice cracked. "Jack? Would you stay in the bathroom with me while I am in the tub? I am feeling a little dizzy and I don't want to take the chance I might pass out in the tub."

The thought scared him, but he kept his feelings hidden. "Of course I will. Would it help if I got in the tub with you? I could massage you to get you relaxed so it will be a little easier for you to go to sleep."

"That would be nice, Honey. I would appreciate it."

"Anything for you. I love you and I hate seeing you feeling so miserable. If there is anything I can do for you to help you feel better, let me know. I would do anything for you." He kissed her again then helped her up and helped her to the bathroom.

Elizabeth waited until Jack had undressed and was in the tub before she stepped in. The water felt so good as she settled in against Jack's chest. He brought his hands up to her face and started massaging her cheeks like he did last night. She moaned as she felt the pain lessening under Jack's gentle touch. She sighed, wondering what she did to deserve such a kind and thoughtful husband, always wanting to take care of her, and now their baby. She was truly blessed.