The ticking of the clock was starting to get on Trevor's nerves. Here he was again sitting at the doctor's office waiting for the results that he knew were not going to be good. He had known. He at this moment knew that he had the very thing that ripped most of his family away. He also knew what his wife and child would have to go through as well. A few minutes later, the doctor walked back into the room with his chart and a very pale face. The Doctor sat behind his desk and placed his file in from of Trevor and sighed.

"Trevor, Mr. Evans... I am so sorry to tell you this, but you, I am afraid you do have pancreatic cancer" the doctor's voice droned in and out for Trevor. He heard what the doctor had told him. Still it wasn't something you are really ready to hear.

" how long?" Trevor heard himself say, " how long before I die " Trevor lifted his head up and looked at the doctor.

" I Have to do a few more tests, and we can see what form of treatment to take. While there is a very low chance of going into remission, there is that slim chance that you can" the doctor told him.

Trevor scoffed at the idea of hoping for a remission " We both know that isn't going to be the case. Look doctor, most of the men in my family have all passed from this type of cancer. I know the pain and the suffering that goes along with it. I just want to know how much longer I have with my family?"

The doctor shifted in his chair. He really did believe that this young man had a fighting chance, even though Trevor was right with his family history, Trevor still had a chance to beat this. The doctor sighed before answering him.

" Trevor go home, let this sink in. Talk to your wife and family and see what they have to say. Tomorrow we can schedule another test and see what truly is the best course of action."

" what if I don't want treatment, how long before the cancer takes me?" he asked again

" I honestly don't have an answer for you Trevor, not yet anyway. Go home, I'll have the tech set up the schedule with you later today. " His doctor stood up giving him a small smile and left the room.

Trevor, sat there for a few more minutes before leaving the room and headed towards the scheduling/exit area. After getting his appointment, he then pulled out his phone and called his wife asking her to come pick him up. She told him she would be there in a few minutes, and they could go to lunch if he wanted. Trevor sat outside of the hospital, he relaxed into the sun's warm rays while he waited. He wanted to have some kind of hope. He really did. He knew the stars were against him, and he knew that surviving this was slim to none. Trevor smiled when he saw his wife's car pull up a few minutes later. He opened the car door and climbed in beside her and didn't say a word. He just grabbed her hand and gave it a squeeze.

Maria knew the minute Trevor got in the car that something was wrong. She wanted so much to believe that her husband was being worried for no reason. However, the moment he grabbed her hand. She knew something was wrong. She offered lunch as a distraction, maybe there was some solution to whatever he was going to tell her. She pulled into the diner, they both loved. Luz and walked silently in with him. The waitress led them to a table, and he smiled at her.

" So what did they say, " she asked.

" Maria listen"

"Trevor, what did the doctor tell you today? It is okay you can tell me " she smiled at him.

" it is not great news. I do have pancreatic cancer. They are not sure how far along it is and the doctor wanted to discuss treatment options. However, honestly, there isn't a lot they can do. Maybe chemo, if the tumor hasn't started growing too considerably, then surgery is an option. I will go tomorrow sometime to get a scan and another test " he huffed out.

Maria thanked the waitress when she brought the menus and looked back at her husband.

" Look at me, you are going to that appointment tomorrow, and you are going to listen to everything the doctor has to say, then you are going to come home and give me every option and every bad thing that could happen and with myself, you and mike. We will find a way out of this " she said as she gave him a smile brighter than the sun.

" Mike?" Trevor asked as he eyed the menu briefly.

" Yes, you remember Mike right? Your best friend since grade school"

" When did you hear from Mike?" Trevor asked.

" Today. He sent me a text and said he was on his way out. He should be here in a few hours. I told him he could stay with us besides Wes would love to see Mike " Maria informed him.

The waitress came back to the table, and she quickly placed their drinks before them and took their order. They ate in almost complete silence, which was okay for now. Neither one of them was looking forward to telling their son his father was sick. Having Mike there should make it easier, for the most part. An hour later, they were walking in the front door of their house trying to get rid of the dark cloud that was hanging over their heads.

" Hey, are we going to have to pick Mike up or is he taking a cab here?" Trevor asked from their bedroom.

" I am not sure, but I am sure he will call you if he needs to get picked up. Nicole is dropping Wesley off in three hours. Is there anything you want to do before he gets home? She asked him with a sly smile.

" Maria, do you really think this is a good idea, now that we know I'm sick?"

" I think it is a great idea. I mean you haven't started any kind of treatment yet, so all those little guys you have are still live swimmers right?" Trevor, you are going to beat this " his wife told him as she looked into the bathroom. She walked closer and pulled him into her arms and gave him a loving look. " Trevor I know that you are scared, and you think you cannot beat this. However, babe, you can, and you will. Now let's see if we can't make of more addition to the family happen " she kissed his cheek and grabbed his hand and pulled him in the direction of their bedroom.

Trevor followed behind, he loved when his wife was sure, and he wasn't. He loved that she was strong when he felt weak. Right now, he wanted to show her just how much she meant to him.
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Two hours later, Trevor blinked his eyes open and smiled at Maria, who was stretched across their bed. He was always amazed at how she slept in so many pretzelly ways. He glanced over at his phone and frowned there was a reminded message about his appointment at ten with his doctor. He once more looked at Maria and smiled. How had he managed to get so lucky?

A knock broke into his thoughts, throwing on a pair of jeans he walked downstairs to the front door to see who was there. He looked through the peephole and smiled. It was his best friend, the one who was going to take all the burden when he was gone. His oldest friend who he knew since third grade.

" Mikey! " he yelled as he opened the door for his friend. He pulled Mike into a bear hug and held on for dear life. The minute he let go, he must of given Mike a look because the man pulled him back into the hug and started to cry.

"Hey, stop, stop if Maria hears you; she will come down here and kick my ass. I apparently am not allowed to feel sorry for myself until I'm on my death bed "

" So, it isn't the good news we were hoping for?" Mike asked as he placed his things in the doorway.

" I 'm not sure. I will go for more tests tomorrow. I am so glad you are here. How did you get time away from Harvey by the way?"

" Harvey, doesn't know that I left. This visit you can thank Jessica for "

"So Harvey has no idea that you are here right now " Trevor questioned.

" No "

" oh boy " Trevor laughed. He stepped aside letting Mike in the house more than he already was. He leaned down to grab his suitcase.

" Here I can get that " Mike told him and grabbed the bag from him.

" Yeah let him carry his own bags " a voice drifted across from the hallway.

" Hey Maria, how are you?" Mike asked as he kissed her cheek.

" Tired of this man crying like a little girl. Mike thank you much for coming. Wes is going to be so excited that you are here " she told him while looking at the clock.

" What time was Wes coming home Trev "

" he should be here in a few minutes. Mike want a beer? " Trevor offered. Mike nodded.

" So what did the doctors actually tell you sunshine?" mike asked.

"They told me that I have cancer, and they weren't sure how far along it was ...Jesus it sounds like I'm having a baby doesn't it?"

Mike noticed how his friend quickly turned pale, and he reached out and grabbed his hand " That is why I am here man, to make sure you are dealing with this. Now where is my godson?

"he will be here shortly, so what do my boys want to eat for dinner. I can cook or we can order something. Wes thankfully is not a picky eater "

" Pizza with the stuffed crust with cheese " both men replied making Maria laugh; they really were the same man.

The door bell rang, this time it was Wesley walking through the door. He squealed with delight when he saw Mike in the doorway. Mike picked up the small boy and hugged him before placing him back on the floor.

" Why are you here uncle mike?"

" well, your dad isn't feeling so good, and I am here to make sure that he takes care of himself. I'm here for a few days. How does that sound to you?"

The small boy looked at his dad and his uncle then he smiled ' Awesome ' was his answer. Maria smiled " good after that let's get washed up for dinner and you, boys can talk about a game plan for tomorrow.

Mike took Wesley to go get cleaned up while Trevor set up the table for the night's feast of cheese and pepperoni. No one wanted to think about the appointment tomorrow.