In Between Us

Chapter 14

Sometime Later

"We are okay now. I just needed time apart to clear my head. How we left things. Getting into an arguement not involving an issue that directly affects us shows how much we care about the people the situation has in it. Which is a good thing. But we have our own relationship to focus on and have to make a priority." Lucas said.

Brooke leaned over placing a kiss on his lips.

He kissed her back pulling her closer to him. The couple soon seperated.

"With what was going on with us and Haley and Nathan's ongoing stuff plus school i forgot to get a gift for Haley and the boys. Lydia is planning a baby shower for Haley. I'm going of course. Would you like to help me pick something out.?" He asked.

"Sure. Not only that but i'll come with you and bring Peyton along. It'll be nice having the group back together again." Brooke said.

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Haley found herself debating whether or not to go through with the process of labor and delivery with or without medication. The Braxton Hicks contractions were manageable once you got used to them. But she knew nothing compared to actual labor and given all the emotional, mental turmoil she was already planning to face she needed some relief somewhere. It was decided she would agree to get medication when asked.

She smiled as she put together the remaining few touches for her sons baby book. Every ultrasound she had and written notes about how she felt throuughout each stage of pregnancy was there. It would be a keepsake she would cherish for years to come.

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Rachel remained in her hospital room. She had given birth to her daughter and quickly taken back to her room where she could recover. It was fast and impatient birthing experience. She heard before she was wheeled away that the baby was in crisis. She hadn't heard or seen a doctor since.

"What the hell is taking so long!" Nathan exclaimed. The young father passed from one side of the hospital room to the other.

Rachel had reached out to Nathan as soon as she could.

Hearing knocking at the front door then the front door opening. The doctor walked inside. Took a breath and closed the door behind herself.

"How is our daughter doing.?" Nathan asked.

The doctor stared back at Nathan.

"Just as i feared. She has Fetal alcohol syndrome ." The doctor said.

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