This fic is an AU fic that takes place in the beginning of season 4 right after TOW The Jellyfish. Ross and Rachel got back together while they were at the beach and stayed together. Monica and Chandler aren't together yet. Joey and Phoebe are both single and Kathy never existed.
Disclaimer: All Friends characters belong to Bright, Kauffman and Crane. I do wish I owned Chandler!
Title: Through It All
Rated: PG
Summery: An illness brings a couple together
Chapter 15: How Is He
At that moment Dr. Kovach walked in "Hello guys" he offered a smile. "How is he" Monica asked "How's Chandler" she said. "Well he's resting comfortably" he told her "So everything went okay" she asked "Yes so far everything is fine but we'll have to monitor him closely for a few weeks to make sure he doesn't develop any infections or show signs of rejection" he explained "When you visit him you'll need to wear gowns and masks" he added
"Why?" Joey asked, "Chandler's immune system is very weak right now he's susceptible to the smallest bacteria and germs the gowns and masks are preventive measures to keep him from catching anything even a cold could be serious for him" Dr Kovach replied. "Chandler will be ill for awhile from the transplant it will be like an extreme case of the flu for him and once he does go home he will be weakened for some time and may not be able to return to his normal way of life for months he'll need constant care"
"I'll take care of him Dr. Kovach I'll give him what ever he needs, do what ever he needs," Monica said. "I know you will Monica but you have to remember you're pregnant you shouldn't try to do it all on your own" he told her. "I can do it" she insisted "Are you aware of all the care Chandler will need he'll be weak he may need help doing everyday things like bathing, dressing, eating, plus he'll need someone to make sure he gets to all his doctor appointments and he won't be able to go to crowded public places such as movie theaters, restaurants or grocery stores so all his errands will need to be done by someone else" he informed her. "I love him doctor I... I'll do anything for him" Monica responded her eyes watery with tears.
"We know you love Chandler, Mon" Ross said "But the doctor is right you have a baby to think about you can't take care of Chandler by yourself" he said "You take care of his personal needs like the bathing, dressing and stuff and let us handle the other stuff like buying food, and other errands" he suggested "Yeah and we can take turns helping you get him to his doctor's appointments" Rachel added "and I guess it would be better for Chandler to move in with you while he gets better your place is cleaner and healthier for him" Joey said.
"Yeah but what about Rachel" Monica asked "Well Chandler's gonna be in your room with you right" Rachel asked "Yeah, I guess," she whispered, "Well I have my own room but if you want I can stay with Ross or Phoebe" she said "Yo...you don't have to move Rach I...I could probably use the extra help" she admitted. "I'd be happy to help you and Chandler in anyway I can" she hugged her best friend. Monica looked a the doctor "Ca...can I see him" she asked "Yes of course but only for a few minutes and you'll need to put on a mask and gown before you go in" he told her.
Monica put a blue paper gown on over her clothing and a mask over he mouth. She took a deep breath and walked in. Chandler was lying in bed his eyes closed. He looked a little pale. She walked over sitting on the chair beside the bed taking his hand in his. "I'll be okay now baby" she whispered, "You'll stay with me and Rach and I'll take care of you, we all will" she said softly leaning down placing a small kiss on his cheek. She closed her own eyes and silently prayed her words were right that everything would be okay now.
Chapter 16: Recovering…A few weeks pass and Chandler prepares to leave the hospital and start his recovery…Coming Soon!
Author's Note: Hello Children! I was inspired! I wrote the next chapter! I don't know how good it is I hope it's at least okay! I'll try to have the next chapter up quicker. Please read, enjoy and review! Thanks!
