Chapter 11

The baby. Vaughn's topmost though. His child was about to be born. But worry was clouding what should be a joyous moment. The Baby was six week early. Something which Sydney wasn't capable of coping with at the moment, to see a few minutes ago crying and begging for Irina so she could help her. Wanting and needing her support so much. And even himself needed it. Knowing that his own mother wasn't in reach. That she was in New York visiting family. That it would be days before she was able to return. But would she still snub the baby.

Vaughn spotted Jack and Irina coming towards. Cleary showing their feelings. Irina with tear streaks down her face.

"Michael, where's Sydney?" Irina asked, anxious about her daughter's condition.

"Just down the hall. She's been asking after you. She desperately needs her help, she's not coping."

"Do you mind if I sit with her by myself for a moment. I'll get you if anything happens."

"There's no need to ask. I know Syd needs you and who am I to stop you supporting her."

Irina came to Sydney's room and after checking with the nurse she went in.

"My Sweetheart" Irina said rushing towards Sydney's bedside.

"Mom" Sydney said through her tears.

"Shush, theirs no need to cry anymore my baby. It'll be okay" Irina said while stroking Sydney's hair.

"But the baby is early. Six week early Mom. How can it be okay?"

"Tell me what the doctor has told you."

"That the baby should be okay. It'll be a bit smaller than full term, and it will have to stay in the NICU for a few weeks."

"See no need to worry. The baby will be fine and you and Michael can take it home in a few weeks."

"How can you be so sure? You can't predict the future. What exactly is going to happen?"

"Sydney, you were early yourself. 3 Weeks early and you were perfectly fine. The doctor's will take good care of the baby, you will, Michael will. Everything will be okay."

"Maybe you right, but I can't stop worrying." Sydney managed to get this out before she was hit by another contraction.

"How close are the contractions?"

"Every 4 minutes or so. The doctor says it won't be long."

"Do you want me to stay with you while the baby is born?"

"Yes, so much. You and Michael with me."

The doctor came into the room and examined Sydney

"Okay Miss Bristow. It's time. The baby is on it's way now."

"Mom, Can you get Michael for me?2

"Sure Sweetheart." Irina said just before leaving the room to get the nervous father.