The foyer of Llanfair. It's raining very hard outside and the doorbell is
ringing.
Viki: Who in their right mind would be out in weather like this? (louder) Hold on, I'm coming. (Opens the door.) Dorian! Get in here. Did you not notice the monsoon outside?
Dorian (soaking wet and angry): Yes, I noticed the monsoon. What do you think I'm doing here? I was on my way home and the sky opened up. I was almost here so I decided to come here instead of sitting on the side of the road until the rain stopped.
Viki: Calm down. It's okay.
Dorian: No, it is not okay. I'm about to give birth any day now. I'm soaking wet and I'm freezing. I've been three centimeters dilated for four days but this baby is never going to come out. My ankles are swollen. My back hurts. And I just walked half a mile to your house in the rain.
Viki: I can't do much about any of that. But I can get you dry and warmed up. Follow me. (They head up the stairs to one of the bedrooms.) I've got some of Ben's clothes in here. One of his sweatshirts should fit you. And I've got some brand new panties in my room. I'll get you a pair. Now, about pants...
Dorian (interrupting): Is anyone else here?
Viki: No, Lois has the night off.
Dorian: Is anyone going to be here?
Viki: No.
Dorian: Then if it's all the same to you, I'd rather not wear pants. As a matter of fact I'd rather be naked but it's cold so that's not an option.
Viki: I understand. I remember when I was pregnant I'd go lay in my bed naked and put the fan right on me to feel better. Here, put this shirt on and I'll be back with the underwear.
Later Dorian is in the living room sitting on the couch snuggled under a blanket.
Viki (enters the room carrying a tray): I made us some hot chocolate. Your clothes are in the dryer. Do you feel better now?
Dorian: Yes. (takes the hot chocolate) Thank you. I'm sorry I was so cranky.
Viki: It's okay. Pregnant women are allowed to be cranky. Did you call David?
Dorian: Yes, he told me to stay put. There's a tornado warning and everyone is supposed to stay off the roads. It looks like you're stuck with me.
Viki: So we're trapped together again? How fun.
Dorian: Please don't use the word trapped.
Viki: Sorry. So, what do you want to do?
Dorian: Well, we could...(trails off) Oh no.
Viki: What?
Dorian: My water just broke.
Viki: Are you sure?
Dorian: I've had two babies. I know what if feels like when your water breaks.
Viki: Okay. Stay calm. When the storm is over we'll take you to the hospital. We have plenty of time, right?
Dorian: Sure, we do. I'm not having contractions yet and I've still got seven more centimeters to go. That will take hours.
Viki: Good. So in the meantime, I guess you are going to need to change clothes again.
Dorian: Yes, and you might want to look into getting your couch cleaned. I'm really sorry.
Viki: Don't worry about it. It's not your fault. Come on. Let's go get you changed again.
Later that night. Viki and Dorian are in the kitchen. Dorian is cooking an omelet and Viki is sitting at the table.
Viki: I thought you weren't supposed to eat when you were in labor.
Dorian: My contractions are very sporadic. I'm not in full blown labor yet. Besides, this is for you.
Viki: For me?
Dorian: You said you were hungry.
Viki: Well, I didn't mean you had to cook me something.
Dorian: I needed something to do. You do like omelets, don't you?
Viki: Yes, I do. And according to Starr and Todd your omelets are very good.
Dorian: Todd said something nice about me?
Viki: Yes, Todd said something nice about you. I thought you two had a truce.
Dorian: We do for now. I don't know how long it will last. Here you go. Try this. (she hands Viki the omelet.)
Viki (tastes it): Wow that is good. How did you do that? You use the same ingredients I use and mine never taste like that.
Dorian: It's a gift. (The power goes out) Uh-oh.
Viki: Don't panic. There are some candles in the drawer to your right.
Dorian: I got them. And here's a matchbook. Here, you light it.
Viki: Okay. Here you go. (goes to hand Dorian a candle)
Dorian: That's okay. You keep it.
Viki: Okay. I just thought you might want one of your own.
Dorian: Ever since what happened with my mother, I try to avoid fire.
Viki: Is there anything your mom hasn't made you afraid of?
Dorian: I'm not afraid of snakes.
Viki: Touché. You want to head back to the living room?
Dorian is silent, then starts breathing heavily.
Viki: Another contraction?
Dorian (nods, and then a few seconds later): It's over now. How long ago was the last one?
Viki: Ten minutes. Well, they're starting to get regular now. Should we head to the hospital?
Dorian: How are we going to do that? It's foggy and raining very hard and there's a tornado out there. We'd never make it.
Viki: So, I'll call an ambulance. (She picks up the phone.) Or not. The phone's dead.
Dorian: I guess the lightening got the phones too. Do you have a cell phone?
Viki: The battery is dead. I keep meaning to charge it. What about you?
Dorian: It's in the dash of my car half a mile from here. So I guess we are out of luck.
Viki: We still have plenty of time though, right? How long were you in labor with your other kids?
Dorian: I was in labor with Cassie for 12 hours.
Viki: That's all? Well that's still a long ways off.
Dorian: I was in labor with Adriana for 6 hours.
Viki: Oh, please don't only take 3 hours for this one.
Dorian: I'll try real hard not to.
An hour later. Viki and Dorian are upstairs. Dorian is laying on the bed screaming. Obviously, she's not trying hard enough.
Dorian: Oh, God. I want this baby out now.
Viki: I don't even know if you are fully dilated yet.
Dorian (reaches down between her legs): I am.
Viki: Are you sure? It's been a while since you've delivered a baby.
Dorian: I'm positive.
Viki: Does that mean you are ready to push? Don't you think you could wait?
Dorian: I need to see.
Viki: What?
Dorian: Get a mirror. I need to see if the baby has dropped down enough.
Viki: Okay. I'll be right back. (returns a minute later) Okay here it is. (Aims flashlight with one hand and the mirror with the other)
Dorian: He's not down far enough yet. You have a temporary reprieve.
Viki: Oh, thank God.
Dorian (screams again) I want drugs. Natural childbirth isn't natural. This hurts so much.
Viki (rubs Dorian's forehead with a wet cloth): I know. It will be over soon.
Dorian: I need to push.
Viki: Now? He hasn't dropped enough yet.
Dorian: Let me see. (looks in mirror) Yes, he has.
Viki: Dorian, are you sure about this?
Dorian: I'm sure. On the next contraction I need to push.
Twenty minutes later, Dorian is still pushing.
Dorian: I can't do this. He's never coming out. I can't push anymore.
Viki: Yes, you can. You're doing great.
Dorian (starts to cry): I can't push anymore. I can't.
Viki (takes her hand): I know you're tired. I know you are in a whole lot of pain. But you are about to meet your baby, Dorian. And that makes it all worth it. This little guy is half you and half David. He's your own living, breathing miracle. And all you have to do to get him is push a little more. Do you think you can do that?
Dorian: I'll try. Oh, here it comes.
(She starts to push.)
Viki: You're doing great. His head is almost out. Keep going. Oh, his head is out. Do you want to see?
Dorian: No, I don't think I could handle seeing a head sticking out of me. I'll just wait and see the whole thing. Does he have any hair?
Viki: No, he's bald.
Dorian: He's definitely a Cramer. We don't get hair until we're almost three. Ohh.
(Starts to push again.)
Viki: Here he comes. He's almost out. (baby cries) Dorian, here's your son.
(She lays the baby on Dorian's chest.)
Dorian: Hi, baby. I'm your mama. Welcome to the world.
Viki: What's his name?
Dorian: Dylan. Dylan Cramer Vickers.
Viki: Why Dylan?
Dorian: It's the only D name we could agree on. We have a theme going.
Viki: Well, I think it's a wonderful name. He's so beautiful.
Dorian: I can't wait for David to see him. He's going to be so proud.
Early the next morning. Dorian is lying in bed, breastfeeding Dylan.
Viki (walks in): You're awake. The phones are finally working. I called an ambulance. It should be here soon. I called David. He's going to meet us at the hospital. He told me to tell you he loves you. I talked to Cassie. She's going to let the rest of the Cramer Clan know.
Dorian: Okay. See my little pig? Isn't he adorable?
Viki: Yes, he is. So you plan on breastfeeding?
Dorian: I breastfed Cassie until David took her away. I loved it. I wish I'd gotten to do it with Adriana.
Viki: I hear the doorbell. The ambulance must be here. I'll let them in.
Dorian: Okay. And Viki? Thank you for everything.
Viki: You're welcome.
Dorian (to Dylan): Well, little guy, it's time for you go meet your family.
Viki: Who in their right mind would be out in weather like this? (louder) Hold on, I'm coming. (Opens the door.) Dorian! Get in here. Did you not notice the monsoon outside?
Dorian (soaking wet and angry): Yes, I noticed the monsoon. What do you think I'm doing here? I was on my way home and the sky opened up. I was almost here so I decided to come here instead of sitting on the side of the road until the rain stopped.
Viki: Calm down. It's okay.
Dorian: No, it is not okay. I'm about to give birth any day now. I'm soaking wet and I'm freezing. I've been three centimeters dilated for four days but this baby is never going to come out. My ankles are swollen. My back hurts. And I just walked half a mile to your house in the rain.
Viki: I can't do much about any of that. But I can get you dry and warmed up. Follow me. (They head up the stairs to one of the bedrooms.) I've got some of Ben's clothes in here. One of his sweatshirts should fit you. And I've got some brand new panties in my room. I'll get you a pair. Now, about pants...
Dorian (interrupting): Is anyone else here?
Viki: No, Lois has the night off.
Dorian: Is anyone going to be here?
Viki: No.
Dorian: Then if it's all the same to you, I'd rather not wear pants. As a matter of fact I'd rather be naked but it's cold so that's not an option.
Viki: I understand. I remember when I was pregnant I'd go lay in my bed naked and put the fan right on me to feel better. Here, put this shirt on and I'll be back with the underwear.
Later Dorian is in the living room sitting on the couch snuggled under a blanket.
Viki (enters the room carrying a tray): I made us some hot chocolate. Your clothes are in the dryer. Do you feel better now?
Dorian: Yes. (takes the hot chocolate) Thank you. I'm sorry I was so cranky.
Viki: It's okay. Pregnant women are allowed to be cranky. Did you call David?
Dorian: Yes, he told me to stay put. There's a tornado warning and everyone is supposed to stay off the roads. It looks like you're stuck with me.
Viki: So we're trapped together again? How fun.
Dorian: Please don't use the word trapped.
Viki: Sorry. So, what do you want to do?
Dorian: Well, we could...(trails off) Oh no.
Viki: What?
Dorian: My water just broke.
Viki: Are you sure?
Dorian: I've had two babies. I know what if feels like when your water breaks.
Viki: Okay. Stay calm. When the storm is over we'll take you to the hospital. We have plenty of time, right?
Dorian: Sure, we do. I'm not having contractions yet and I've still got seven more centimeters to go. That will take hours.
Viki: Good. So in the meantime, I guess you are going to need to change clothes again.
Dorian: Yes, and you might want to look into getting your couch cleaned. I'm really sorry.
Viki: Don't worry about it. It's not your fault. Come on. Let's go get you changed again.
Later that night. Viki and Dorian are in the kitchen. Dorian is cooking an omelet and Viki is sitting at the table.
Viki: I thought you weren't supposed to eat when you were in labor.
Dorian: My contractions are very sporadic. I'm not in full blown labor yet. Besides, this is for you.
Viki: For me?
Dorian: You said you were hungry.
Viki: Well, I didn't mean you had to cook me something.
Dorian: I needed something to do. You do like omelets, don't you?
Viki: Yes, I do. And according to Starr and Todd your omelets are very good.
Dorian: Todd said something nice about me?
Viki: Yes, Todd said something nice about you. I thought you two had a truce.
Dorian: We do for now. I don't know how long it will last. Here you go. Try this. (she hands Viki the omelet.)
Viki (tastes it): Wow that is good. How did you do that? You use the same ingredients I use and mine never taste like that.
Dorian: It's a gift. (The power goes out) Uh-oh.
Viki: Don't panic. There are some candles in the drawer to your right.
Dorian: I got them. And here's a matchbook. Here, you light it.
Viki: Okay. Here you go. (goes to hand Dorian a candle)
Dorian: That's okay. You keep it.
Viki: Okay. I just thought you might want one of your own.
Dorian: Ever since what happened with my mother, I try to avoid fire.
Viki: Is there anything your mom hasn't made you afraid of?
Dorian: I'm not afraid of snakes.
Viki: Touché. You want to head back to the living room?
Dorian is silent, then starts breathing heavily.
Viki: Another contraction?
Dorian (nods, and then a few seconds later): It's over now. How long ago was the last one?
Viki: Ten minutes. Well, they're starting to get regular now. Should we head to the hospital?
Dorian: How are we going to do that? It's foggy and raining very hard and there's a tornado out there. We'd never make it.
Viki: So, I'll call an ambulance. (She picks up the phone.) Or not. The phone's dead.
Dorian: I guess the lightening got the phones too. Do you have a cell phone?
Viki: The battery is dead. I keep meaning to charge it. What about you?
Dorian: It's in the dash of my car half a mile from here. So I guess we are out of luck.
Viki: We still have plenty of time though, right? How long were you in labor with your other kids?
Dorian: I was in labor with Cassie for 12 hours.
Viki: That's all? Well that's still a long ways off.
Dorian: I was in labor with Adriana for 6 hours.
Viki: Oh, please don't only take 3 hours for this one.
Dorian: I'll try real hard not to.
An hour later. Viki and Dorian are upstairs. Dorian is laying on the bed screaming. Obviously, she's not trying hard enough.
Dorian: Oh, God. I want this baby out now.
Viki: I don't even know if you are fully dilated yet.
Dorian (reaches down between her legs): I am.
Viki: Are you sure? It's been a while since you've delivered a baby.
Dorian: I'm positive.
Viki: Does that mean you are ready to push? Don't you think you could wait?
Dorian: I need to see.
Viki: What?
Dorian: Get a mirror. I need to see if the baby has dropped down enough.
Viki: Okay. I'll be right back. (returns a minute later) Okay here it is. (Aims flashlight with one hand and the mirror with the other)
Dorian: He's not down far enough yet. You have a temporary reprieve.
Viki: Oh, thank God.
Dorian (screams again) I want drugs. Natural childbirth isn't natural. This hurts so much.
Viki (rubs Dorian's forehead with a wet cloth): I know. It will be over soon.
Dorian: I need to push.
Viki: Now? He hasn't dropped enough yet.
Dorian: Let me see. (looks in mirror) Yes, he has.
Viki: Dorian, are you sure about this?
Dorian: I'm sure. On the next contraction I need to push.
Twenty minutes later, Dorian is still pushing.
Dorian: I can't do this. He's never coming out. I can't push anymore.
Viki: Yes, you can. You're doing great.
Dorian (starts to cry): I can't push anymore. I can't.
Viki (takes her hand): I know you're tired. I know you are in a whole lot of pain. But you are about to meet your baby, Dorian. And that makes it all worth it. This little guy is half you and half David. He's your own living, breathing miracle. And all you have to do to get him is push a little more. Do you think you can do that?
Dorian: I'll try. Oh, here it comes.
(She starts to push.)
Viki: You're doing great. His head is almost out. Keep going. Oh, his head is out. Do you want to see?
Dorian: No, I don't think I could handle seeing a head sticking out of me. I'll just wait and see the whole thing. Does he have any hair?
Viki: No, he's bald.
Dorian: He's definitely a Cramer. We don't get hair until we're almost three. Ohh.
(Starts to push again.)
Viki: Here he comes. He's almost out. (baby cries) Dorian, here's your son.
(She lays the baby on Dorian's chest.)
Dorian: Hi, baby. I'm your mama. Welcome to the world.
Viki: What's his name?
Dorian: Dylan. Dylan Cramer Vickers.
Viki: Why Dylan?
Dorian: It's the only D name we could agree on. We have a theme going.
Viki: Well, I think it's a wonderful name. He's so beautiful.
Dorian: I can't wait for David to see him. He's going to be so proud.
Early the next morning. Dorian is lying in bed, breastfeeding Dylan.
Viki (walks in): You're awake. The phones are finally working. I called an ambulance. It should be here soon. I called David. He's going to meet us at the hospital. He told me to tell you he loves you. I talked to Cassie. She's going to let the rest of the Cramer Clan know.
Dorian: Okay. See my little pig? Isn't he adorable?
Viki: Yes, he is. So you plan on breastfeeding?
Dorian: I breastfed Cassie until David took her away. I loved it. I wish I'd gotten to do it with Adriana.
Viki: I hear the doorbell. The ambulance must be here. I'll let them in.
Dorian: Okay. And Viki? Thank you for everything.
Viki: You're welcome.
Dorian (to Dylan): Well, little guy, it's time for you go meet your family.