Sorry it took me so long to update! This chapter was hard to write for some reason. That, and last night was so sucky for me. Ugh, it appears I'll be spending an extra semester in college to get my degree. It sucks. I've literally been in school for five years and I have nothing to show for it! So irritated. I just want to be done. But, whatever.
*sigh* I hope you all enjoy this chapter!
Chapter Fourteen
Well, today was the day. My first day of work on Outerra. It was about time too, I was starting to go a little crazy with nothing to do.
I walked out of my front door, my satchel over my shoulder and maybe just the tiniest pep in my step. I started walked down the path, noticing that Edward was a few paces ahead of me.
"Hey! Edward!" I called.
He turned around, smiling once he spotted me running toward him.
"Hi, Bella," He said, "Heading to work?"
"Yep, my first day of work. Is that where you're headed now?" I asked.
"Of course," He smiled, "Taking the transit? Or walking?" He asked.
"I was thinking about the transit. Don't want to get all sweaty for my first day of work." I chuckled.
He smiled, "Smart, well, I'll see you later today I guess. I'm eager to hear about your new job." He said as he walked to the path.
"Bye, I hope you get a great nurse!" I said.
I headed towards the transit, feeling my phone buzz. I checked it, Alice had texted me.
Have an awesome first day at work! – Alice
I smiled and texted back.
Thanks Alice! Can't wait to see you tonight! – Bella
See you soon! – Alice
I smiled; tonight, I was finally going to meet Jasper, the Outerrian who had Alice in such a lovey dovey mood. I was happy for her though, she seemed so happy, so, I was in full support of their relationship.
My work was a small office, located in Islo. Luckily, it wasn't in the very populated part of the Islo. The medical office specialized in women, so, in other words, it was a gynecological office. The doctor I was working for also worked as a specialized maternity doctor. His or background was women, babies, and pregnancy.
It was quite a leap from head E.R. nurse to head delivery/gynecological nurse. I had the option of going back into the Outerrian E.R. but, I decided on a change. Back on earth, my first nursing job was in a gyno's office.
When I arrived at the office, I noticed a familiar face unlocking the front door.
"Edward?" I said, stopping at my new place of work.
"Hi, Bella," He said, slightly confused, "What are you doing here?"
"I work here, actually," I said, "Do you work here?"
"I'm the doctor," he chuckled, a large smile spreading across his cheeks, "So, you're my new nurse? Nurse Swan?"
I nodded, "And you're my doctor."
He opened the door, still chuckling, "What a crazy coincidence," He placed his hands on his hips, "Well, I had this whole thing planned out. Introductions, basket giving…"
"Hi, I'm nurse Swan, your new head nurse." I said.
He chuckled, catching on, "I'm Doctor Cullen, your new doctor."
He grabbed my hand and placed his forehead against mine. It was then I realized something he didn't do when we first met.
When we pulled away, I asked, "Why didn't we do this when we first met?"
"You were working on your house, and you were kind of sweaty. I didn't want to disturb you too much." He said, as he sat his stuff down.
"Aw, gotcha," I said, "So, what's on the agenda for today?"
"The office officially opens in an hour, Tanya, my medical receptionist should be here momentarily. Today is going to be a bit slow. I scheduled my appointments, so it would be a light day. And, here is the gift basket you helped me plan." He handed me a large bag full of medical supplies.
I couldn't help but laugh, he was right, I did help him plan my gift basket.
"Why, thank you. I absolutely love it." I pulled my earth stethoscope off of my shoulders and to exchange it for the Outerrian one. It was more advanced and didn't have the ear piece, it was only diaphragm and the bell. There was also a plotted plant for which I didn't recognize.
"What is this plant?" I asked before I noticed other several similar plotted plants around the office.
"It's a sanitatem flower. It releases a calming hormone into the air, it helps my patients relax. It's also beneficial to the air and your health." He said as he walked me into his private office in the back.
"Hmm, I'll be sure to put it in my window sill in my bedroom." I said as I sat in one of the chairs.
He sat behind his desk, "Now, let me go over some things before our first appointment," he said as he turned his desk tablet on, "We have six appointments today, each about an hour apart. I know on earth that most doctor's appointments shoot for a very short amount of time, but, I like to take time with each of my patients, to answer questions or whatever they need. I booked my easiest appointments today, so we can go over protocol and I can introduce you to the different methods I have," he handed me an airtablet, "Protocol, emergency routines and all that is loaded there, learn it."
I nodded, "Of course."
"Now, you're my head nurse, so, when you come in with me for all the examines, help me put the samples in the tubes, draw blood, ask questions and record them. And, you're also the nurse that accompanies me to the births to help me out." He said.
"Okay, that sounds very similar to the doctor's offices I worked at on earth." I said, as I skimmed through my airtablet.
"Good, I was a little worried I'd have to teach someone everything," he chuckled, "There are a few other nurses, but, you're the head nurse so when I'm not here you're in charge."
I snorted, "Aren't your nurses going to be a little mad that I'm in charge now. What happened to your other head nurse?"
"She left a little while ago. And the other nurses might be a little agitated, but, they don't have the technical training you do." He said.
"Sounds good, now, when you go on deliveries, is there an alert system that tells you when the baby is on the way? And how long do I have to get to the birthing center?" I asked.
"Well, as soon as a female goes into labor, I'll be alerted, then I'll alert you on the pager. Labor can take several hours or days, as long as we arrive before she needs to push. I like to be there as soon as she's admitted so I can help her through it." He said.
"Sounds good, do I have an office?" I asked.
"Yep," he stood and lead me to the door next to his office, "This is your office, feel free to decorate it however you want."
I walked into my office; there was a desk, two bookshelves, a big window, and a little couch. It was really plain, but, I knew I could make it my own. I sat my stuff down on the desk, beginning to unpack it.
"Our first appointment is in two hours; the staff should be here." He said.
I nodded, "I'm going to settle in and then I'm going to come out and meet everyone."
He nodded, "Sounds good, I'll be in my office."
He walked out, shutting the door behind him. I had brought a few items to put around my office. I would bring my medical books by later to fill the shelves. I would also bring my pictures and the other little knickknacks I had.
I took my coat off and placed it behind my chair, then took a deep breath and walked out to meet the staff.
Edward, and several other people were, were standing in the waiting room. Their small talk fell silent when I walked in, which brought a blush to my cheeks.
"Everyone, this is Bella, my new head nurse." Edward said.
I could tell there was a little tension as the others said hi. Edward did say there was going to be a little agitation.
"Bella, this is Tanya our medical receptionist." Edward said as he introduced me to the blond Outerrian.
"Good morning Bella, here is your name clip and a little something from me." She handed me a name-clip and little statue. It took me a minute to recognize their god Adall. I couldn't quite remember what his purpose was though.
"Thank you, I really appreciate it." Tanya stood and grabbed my hand and pressed her forehead against mine.
Even though the others seemed a little annoyed by my presence, they still greeted me in the traditional Outerrian way. I just hoped everyone would act professionally.
"Alright everyone, let's get ready for the day. We have patients coming." Edward said before walking away.
I didn't bother hanging around, I took Tanya's gift and put it on my window sill. I'd have to research later about Adall's purpose, so I knew how to politely showcase him. As to not offend her or anyone else.
My phone buzzed, "Nurse Swan, our first patient is here."
"Coming."
The first patient was a large pregnant woman. She could barely waddle into the room. Edward was standing in there, gently smiling at her.
"Hello Miss Lillian, how are you feeling?" He asked.
"Tired, huge, and slowed down." She said as she rubbed her stomach.
"Well, hopefully today I'll be able to set a due date," Edward said, "Now, this is my new nurse, Nurse Swan, she's going to help you get changed and get some information down."
Edward walked out of the room to leave me to help her.
"Alright Miss Lillian, let's get you changed and comfortable."
I helped her change into the soft patient gown, tying it in the back for her. Once she was covered, I handed her the cloth to place over her lap then took her temperature and her vitals.
"Normal temperature, almost normal vitals, your Magno Amino is beating normally but your Parvum Cor Meum is a little irregular." I said as I typed it into the tablet.
"My what?" She asked confusedly.
"Your hearts? The bigger one is better normally but the smaller is a little irregular."
She snorted a laugh, "Oh, you mean my big heart and my little heart. That's what everyone calls them."
"Oh, well I'll be sure to remember that." I said.
Edward walked back into the room, "Are we all set?"
"Yep, everything is accounted for." I said.
"Okay, Lillian," Edward helped her place her legs in the stirrups, I stood to the back ready to hand him his tools.
Edward moved gently as to not hurt her. I was quick to hand him every tool he needed.
"So, Lillian, you are dilating, and your womb is pressing down against your cervix. I'm going to give you by the end of this week," Edward said.
"Thank goodness, I don't know how much longer I can take." She said, resting her hand on her belly.
"Mmm hmm, now, when you arrive at the medical center, they'll get you set up in a room and I'll be there within the hour. Sound good?" He said.
"Yes Doctor Cullen, thank you." She said.
Edward left me to help her get her clothes back on. I walked her out of the building. She thanked me quietly before walking into the direction of the transit. I really couldn't believe she was walking.
The day was slow, like Edward said, but, I did get the basics down for how the office runs. At the end of the day, the rest of the staff had left, and it was only Edward and me. I was gathering his stuff.
"So, what are your plans for tonight?" He asked as we stood out front and locked up.
"I'm meeting up with Alice for dinner." I said.
"She's nice. I really liked he when we met." He said.
I smiled, "Yeah, she's my best friend."
He put his hand on my forearm, "Well, I hope you have a nice time." His hand lingered a little longer than necessary before he walked away. I placed my hand on the spot his hand was, a little blush on my cheeks.
Sorry if this chapter was kinda boring, but, the reason I'm going so slow is because, unlike many of my other stories, Edward and Bella's love is going to be a little slow moving, not quick paced. I want the build up! Until next time all you lovely people!