Hi hello Excuse all the time skips! :)
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It had been a week since Takumi and Misaki had found out the gender of their baby, and they received an immediate phone call their doctor regarding the pregnancy.
They hurried to the hospital, and Misaki was issued to have another sonogram. It was all a blur. Everyone was talking rapidly and Misaki was getting light headed from everything going on.
"Whats going on?" Misaki asked weakly, clutching Takumi's hand tightly as the Doctor prepared for the sonogram.
"We found a disruption in your blood sample from last week, and it's unclear as to what exactly it means, there are many possibilities but I don't want to jump to any conclusions. My only concern right now is finding your baby's heartbeat and checking it out," the doctor explained.
Misaki gave Takumi a nervous glance and he gave her a weak smile. They couldn't lose their baby, they couldn't bare it.
It seemed to be an eternity while waiting for the silence to break once the sonogram started and the doctor searched for the baby's heartbeat. Misaki let a tear slip out, and she could feel her heart pounding against her chest so fiercely that she was surprised that the sonogram didn't catch it.
After a while, they were finally able to pick up a heart beat and the couple sighed in relief. Misaki was full on crying by now, the terror of almost losing her child was weighing her down.
Takumi leaned over and pulled her head to his chest, kissing the top of her head.
"Is the baby okay? The heartbeat seems pretty loud," Takumi asked, swallowing the lump in his throat.
"The baby seems to fine, I don't see any more abruptions. This could be another false case, but I think it's better if we kept Misaki here for a few more days. We need to run a few more tests to make sure that she and the baby are okay. It's better to be safe than sorry," the doctor explained, offering them a half smile.
Giving them privacy, the doctor left. "That's was the scariest thing that I've ever went through," Misaki shuttered, wiping her eyes with her fingers.
"The baby's fine and so are you. I'm sure that nothing is wrong with either of you, we'll be home sooner than you know it," Takumi spoke optimistically. He refused to accept anything less, he had to stay strong for his family.
"I hope you're right," Misaki sniffled, cuddling her baby bump. They've made it too far to just lose their child now. It couldn't happen.
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Misaki was released 3 days later, with the reassurance that she is one lucky woman because both her baby and herself were healthy; the only problem was that Misaki was overly stressed which affected the baby and her pregnancy.
She was at high risk where the risks of giving birth early was high and if she didn't rest and take better care then she may lose her baby after giving birth.
Takumi, of course, didn't take this lightly. "You are now put on bed rest for a while. You rest, I'm going to call the school and let them know that you're on maternity leave and won't be returning. And you will take a break from babysitting Raiden. Right now, all you need to focus on is resting."
He had tucked her into bed and rapidly got things done. It was hectic seeing him do all these things at once.
"Takumi, stop. Take a break. I'm fine and so is the baby, I'm resting and relaxing and so should you," she held out her hand towards him. Takumi stared at it for a few seconds before giving in and let Misaki pull him toward her.
"I'm sorry, I'm just shaken up. I want you and the baby to be safe and I'll do anything to ensure that. I just feel like there's so much to do and I'm not quite sure where to start," he said, running his hand through his hair exasperatedly.
"Hey, if you're stressed I'm stressed. Take it easy," Misaki replied, gripping his hand. "But I know what you should do first."
Takumi looked at her with heavy eyes. "What is it?"
She gave him a pouty smile. "Lay with me. Let's take a nap, we've had a hard few days. I think we deserve it." She scoot over and made space for him to lay as well
Takumi just smiled and joined her, and they cuddled together under the blankets. "Please take care," he whispered to her.
Misaki just kissed his chest and cuddled into it. Soon, they both fell asleep.
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"Takumi!" Misaki yelled in delight as she raced down the stairs.
"Woah woah woah," he was by her side in a split second. "Slow down! You're still in critical condition, it's only been two weeks since the incident."
Misaki was breathing hard and her knuckles were turning white from clutching her phone so hard.
"I got accepted!" She blurted and Takumi's anger vanished.
"You got accepted into the university?" He asked incredulously, a smile creeping into his face.
Misaki nodded her head rapidly, biting her lip in attempt to maintain her excitement.
"You got in!" Takumi yelled and it all seemed to break loose. They both began yelling and hugging, huge smiles planted on their faces.
"I'm so proud of you!"
"I can't believe I got in," Misaki breathed. "But... will it work out?"
They sat on the couch and Misaki's mood lowered.
"What? Why would you say that?" He asked, grasping her hand.
"I mean, it's amazing that I got in. But will it even work out with the baby? How will I be able to focus on school with the baby just newly born?" Misaki put her head in her hands and had a sudden urge to cry.
Takumi wrapped his arms around her and tried to comfort his crying wife. "It'll work out, we'll work it out. I don't know how... But just give it time. Have you talked to the ladies in your pregnancy class about it?"
Misaki shook her head and wiped her tears. "No. But that would be a good idea."
When Misaki began to calm down they pulled away. "I just hope that I can work something out. It's always been my dream to go to college."
"We'll get you there, baby. I promise."
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"Online classes! Why didn't I think of that?" Misaki exclaimed. She was laying in bed with a laptop resting on top of her belly which was covered with a pillow.
Takumi was in the room that was connected with theirs, and which they decided to make the baby room. The paint had just dried and he was fixing up the crib.
"Online classes? Sounds like the easiest plan we have so far," Takumi agreed.
"Yeah I think that's our safest bet. I'm going to talk with the headmaster though, because when the baby gets a little older I want to be able to be physically in class."
"Whatever makes you happiest. But also don't worry too much about the baby, you're not alone on this. I'm taking time off of work when you give birth." Takumi replied.
"When I give birth? Wow, it seems so weird to acknowledge that fact. I'll be giving birth. That's terrifying!" Misaki shivered and closed her laptop.
"Yup, your intimate area will be ripped open," Takumi joked.
"Hey! You can't joke around like that. You'll never be able to know what it's like to be pregnant and experience that unbearable pain," she pouted.
"I know, I was just joking around. If roles were switched and I had to give birth, I think I would cry. I'm not strong enough."
"Whatever."
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*3 months later*
"How do you feel? You're gonna give birth next month, it's crazy!" Sakura asked as she sat next to Misaki on the couch.
"It's definitely weird.. I mean, I didn't actually expect the day to come. It's unreal," Misaki admitted.
"Did you enjoy being pregnant though? I know some people who hated their pregnancy and others who loved it and wished they could always be pregnant. It's odd, but it always makes me wonder how I'll be when I'm pregnant."
"I didn't hate or love it to be honest, it wasn't horrible and I actually enjoyed having the baby safe inside of me. I just don't like how careful I have to be and all the hormones that are going on. It's exhausting!"
"Oh man, I can't wait until you give birth," Sakura sighed dreamily. "You're going to have the cutest baby ever with both yours and Takumi's looks."
"Oh whatever. When you have a baby, it's probably going to be a little heartbreaker. I can already see it." Misaki winked, making Sakura laugh.
"I wish I could have a baby. I always fantasize about having a life like yours, Misaki. The loving husband and the baby, it's all I've wanted in life."
Misaki's grin lowered a little, but she still smiled when she spoke. "It's bittersweet. Sometimes, I wish I could have a life like yours. Sometimes I just sit back and wonder what it would've been like if Takumi and I didn't get married so quickly; if we would've stayed together in the long run. It would've been simpler, I could've physically gone to college and actually could've attended my graduation ceremony and do valedictorian speech like I've always dreamt about.
I would've had the normal life. But then I realize that that isn't my life. That life isn't me. I'm married to Takumi, and I'm having a baby as a teenager. It's a lot to handle and I do wonder what it would be like in a different life but I always come to the conclusion that I wouldn't trade my life now for anything else. It's bittersweet, but that's my life."
Sakura smiled and reached over to grasp her hand. "I'm happy that you're happy, Misaki. I know that it hasn't been easy but you're handling so well. And you have such a great support system. I'll always be there for you. Plus, if you were under any other circumstance, you wouldn't be having this bundle of joy!"
Sakura placed her hand over Misaki's stomach just as the baby kicked.
"Look, my godbaby knows me!" Sakura exclaimed.
"The little peanut has been kicking up a storm. I already know that it's favorite is going to be Takumi. Every time Takumi speaks to my stomach, there's always a kick!" Misaki exclaimed, feeling the kicks herself.
"Aw, it's just because it's used to your voice already. Peanut kind of hears it everyday," Sakura drawled sarcastically.
"True." Misaki nodded.
After another hour of the two girls just talking, Misaki decided to get up to stretch her legs. "I'm going to go get a glass of water. You want anything?"
"No thanks!" Sakura yelled as Misaki walked to the kitchen. "Hey, when is Takumi coming back by the way?"
"Tomorrow night!" Misaki yelled back.
As she was pouring water into her glass, she felt a sharp pain in her stomach making her jerk her arm which resulted in the glass dropping to floor and shattering.
"Misaki?" Sakura asked, rushing to the kitchen after getting no reply.
"Misaki! What happened? Wait, don't move or you might slip from the water or step on glass, I'll clean it up."
Misaki was about to reply but felt another sharp pain, making her groan out loud in pain.
"Hey, are you having Braxton hicks again?" Sakura put her hand worriedly on Misaki's arm.
"It doesn't feel like Braxton hicks.. But it has to be. I'm only 8 months along!" Misaki exclaimed, feeling her heart thump against her chest. Could she really be going into labor?
The thought terrified her even more. Takumi was in another country for business, and the risk of losing her baby was at an all time high during her 8th month.
Her thoughts were interrupted by another sharp pain and she hurriedly grasped the kitchen counter to keep herself up.
"Misaki, I think you're having contractions. I need to take you to the hospital," Sakura stated as calmly as she could even though she was freaking out on the inside.
Misaki, in shock, could only nod her head.
"Honey, where is the baby bag?" Sakura asked as she helped Misaki walk and put slippers on.
They waddled over to the van and Misaki experienced another contraction as she buckled in her seatbelt. This time, the pain lasted longer. She sucked in a breath between her clenched teeth and shut her eyes in attempt to quicken the pain.
"Just breathe, Misaki, I'm going to call the hospital and have them prepare everything for you."
Misaki was barely listening, she could feel herself begin to sweat even though it was 9pm and around 50 degrees out.
Once they arrived, Misaki was automatically wheeled into a private room with her doctor waiting to evaluate her. They all knew about the risks of having the baby at that time.
Sakura followed and sat at the seat next to Misaki, holding her hand.
The doctor hurriedly checked her pelvis and nodded. "You're going into labor, Misaki. Slowly, but surely. I'm sorry to say that this may last a long while, but the baby will come soon and we do realize the risks of you having this baby right now so when you're more far along we will decide what will be best for the baby. For now, just relax, you're doing perfectly."
Misaki spoke to the doctor while Sakura was in the corner speaking to Takumi through the phone.
Once the doctor left and helped Misaki with breathing exercises when a contraction came by, Sakura handed the phone to Misaki. "He's frantic. Try to calm him down."
"Hello?" Misaki said into the phone, trying to keep her shaky voice at a normal.
"Misaki? Are you okay? What's going on? Are you going into labor? Is the baby okay?" Takumi was speaking fast and Misaki could hear the loud background noise around him.
"I'm fine, and I am going into labor but very slowly so maybe you can make it here on time. I think the baby is okay, just the normal contractions," Misaki replied, determined to try and relax and stay calm.
Misaki could hear him mutter curse words under his breath and even more background noise. "Takumi, where are you now?"
"I'm on a plane, I should be there in about 6 hours. God, I hope I don't miss this. How are you feeling baby?" Takumi was beginning to calm down despite his erratic heart.
"I'm okay, I'm with Sakura so at least I have some company. I'll be fine, I'll be here waiting for you when you get off the plane," Misaki reassured. She really didn't want Takumi to miss the birth of their first child. She was honestly terrified of doing this without him.
"Our little peanut better wait for me also. I'll never forgive myself if I miss this. I have to go, the plane is about to start but I love you okay? I'll be there soon, just hold on. I love you both."
"I love you too, safe flight."
When Misaki passed the phone back to Sakura, she felt herself tear up and she hurriedly wiped the tears that were about to slip out.
In attempt to distract Misaki, Sakura put on Friends on the tv for Misaki to watch.
Sakura turned to Misaki and nervously laughed. "And so the wait begins."