(Rosemary's POV)
"What if she is sick again? Oh I just can't bear the thought of that for them." I was pacing around the house, which I knew wasn't doing me any good. But everything had happened so fast. Elizabeth had left school to confide in Abigail, then Jack went looking for her, and then came over here to tell me what was going on. They knew if Elizabeth's cancer was back, that they needed to act fast. Thank goodness Carson & Faith worked in Hope Valley now, but if that didn't work, Jack had already started planning a trip to Hamilton. All the while, we were suppose to keep things "hush-hush", so I stayed with Lee, as to not blurt something I shouldn't to Florence or Clara, or anyone else for that matter.
"Rosie, everything's going to be fine. Please try not to worry." Lee wrapped his arms around me, and then pulled me around to face him and smiled.
"I know, but this town just fell apart when Elizabeth got sick. I couldn't imagine what would happen if things crumble once more."
"I know Elizabeth & Jack mean the world to us, but the best thing we can do for them right now is just stay calm, okay? Why don't we just take a quiet walk around town and talk to each other. We don't get to do that much anymore."
"Why, that sounds perfect. I love you Lee Coulter."
"I love you too, Rosemary."
(Elizabeth's POV)
I know I shouldn't be so worked up, it was probably nothing. But recently, I hadn't been sleeping well. I had been having nightmares where I was stuck in this darkness, just falling. I'd hear Jack's voice, or Abigail's, but I could never reach it. I had such a good life here in Hope Valley, and I didn't want it to get taken away from me.
When I was sick before, I couldn't even begin to process what was happening, for everything seemed to happen too fast. One minute, I was teaching at the Saloon, falling in love with Jack, and the next, I was in and out of sleep, not knowing when I'd see Jack for the last time. I knew I needed to talk to someone, but I thought pushing through and moving on with my life would be more beneficial. With this cancer-scare though, I seemed to have been proven wrong.
Carson and Faith finished examining me, and I sat up, holding Jack's hand on one side, and Abigail's on the other. They were with me when this all started, and if worst came to worst, I wanted them there once more.
"So Elizabeth, how long have you been feeling like this?" Carson asked while Faith started putting away the equipment.
"I would say on and off for a week of two. Why? What's going on?"
"Well, your symptoms may last a while longer… because you're going to have a baby."
My heart dropped into my stomach. I felt so relieved, so excited. I was confused and ecstatic. I squeezed Jack & Abigail's hands, and looked over to my husband. We locked eyes, and I could see the pure joy in his face. I gave him a hug, and we shared a brief, loving kiss. Abigail, had tears in her eyes and a hand over her mouth. I stood up and hugged her as well.
"So what does this mean, moving forward?"
"I'll have you come in for monthly appointments, and if you ever need anything, feel free to drop by anytime as well. Just make sure you're eating healthy, getting exercise and a good night's rest, and try to avoid stress in your life."
"I think I can do the first few, but building a house, a school, and teaching, may come as a challenge," I chuckled a bit. I knew it wasn't funny, but so many thoughts were running through my head, that I didn't know how to react.
"I'll handle the buildings Elizabeth, you just focus on you." Jack told me. I knew he was going to be such a great father for our child.
"And if you need a break from anything, you know the town will be here to support you."
"Abigail, I don't know if I want to tell everyone yet. I feel like things are finally calming down after everything, and I don't want the topic of conversation to be all about me again already."
"I understand. Just know whatever you need, we'll all be here."
"Thank you," I looked around at everyone. "All of you."
"Come on," Jack took my hand once more, "Let's get you home."