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Chapter 42 - Possibilities

Liz rang Sonny's doorbell. Francis had driven her over there so she could spend some time with them.

"Hey," Claudia said pulling her into a hug, "It's great to see you."

Liz smiled. "Thanks."

"You're out of your sling."

"Yup, I finally passed the cut off day."

"Does it still hurt?" Claudia asked leading her over to the couch.

"Sometimes, but it's not too bad though. It just gets a little achy and sore if I do too much."

Claudia nodded.

"How's Tess?"

"She's okay. I think she's going stir crazy though."

"I figured she would be."

"I'll take you up there," Claudia said moving towards the stairs.

"Is John up there too?"

"No, he took a walk."

They went into Tess's room where she is reading a magazine. "Oh my God," she squealed, "get over here woman."

Liz grinned and sat next to her and then they embraced. "How's it going?"

"I'm bored out of my mind," Tess said making a crazy face.

Claudia sat in a chair and watched the two women interact. She is glad that they have become friends.

"How long do you have to stay in bed?" Liz asked.

"Kelly says for at least another week. I guess my body isn't totally cooperating."

"Well, you're just going to have to play by the rules so Claudia and I can spoil this baby rotten."

"You got that right," Claudia said smiling. "I'm already itching to go shopping."

Tess smiled. "Let me make it into my second trimester first."

Liz took a deep breath making Claudia and Tess glance at each other.

"I went to see Kelly today and she did a bunch of tests to see if I can get pregnant."

"When do you get the results?" Claudia asked.

"Next week, probably. I'll find out if I'm a candidate for surgery. She thinks they may be able to reverse some of the damage by removing some of the scar tissue."

"So, why does it seem like you aren't happy about it?" Tess asked.

"I'm scared," Liz said starting to cry.

Tess pulled her into her arms and Claudia grabbed the tissue box. Liz retreated and then took a tissue and wiped her face. "I'm so sorry."

"Never apologize for expressing your feelings," Claudia said. "You know that we are here for you, right?"

"I know that. Thank you. It is just a little overwhelming."

"Can I give you some advice?" Tess asked quietly.

Liz nodded.

"Don't think about the results. I know that sounds crazy, but you're so worried about what hasn't even happened yet that you are driving yourself crazy. Trust me. I know what I'm talking about. I ended up in the freaking water because I assumed the worse."

"I will try to think more positively," Liz said letting out a deep breath.

"Does someone need a pick me up?" John said as he strode into the bedroom.

Liz grinned and hugged him as then he wiped away a tear. "I can't have my favorite fan sad. Come on, you know the drill." She looked over at a smiling Tess as John dragged her out of the room. "Have fun," Tess yelled after them.

She waited until she knew they were downstairs and heard John start to play before she spoke.

"I think something more is going on with her."

"I agree. I'll find out what it is."

"When's the last time you went to church?" Tess asked.

Claudia gave her a funny look. "Why, do I look like I need a confession?"

Tess grinned. "No, I figured lighting a few candles couldn't hurt. Our girl needs to get knocked up."

"Sonny goes from time to time. I'll make him take me."

"Good. We need all the help we can get."

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John played a few songs for Liz and she was in heaven as usual. She loves the way that he expresses his emotions through music. It is beautiful and always manages to move her.

"You're really good for my ego," John said smiling at her reaction.

"You're really good for my soul. That was beyond beautiful."

Her statement made him so happy. He loves it when people enjoy his passion. "Well, I have a lot of inspiration in that room upstairs."

Liz smiled. "You miss New York?"

"Hell yeah. I miss the crazy cab rides and all the noise. I mean don't get me wrong, Max drives like a maniac sometimes, but it's just not the same."

"When is your next event?"

"In a week, I'm supposed to be in Boston," John said solemnly.

"You make it sound like you're thinking of not going."

"I'm scared to leave her here."

Liz sat next to him on the bench. "We will take care of her, John. Did she tell you that she wanted you to stay?"

"No. She wants me to go. It's for a charity and she said that it's too important to miss, but my family is the most important thing to me," John said firmly.

Liz smiled at his conviction. "I know. It's hard to balance everything, but your music touches so many people and you know that you can raise a lot of money to help others. I think Tess feels like you need to honor that commitment. How long would you be gone?"

"One night," he said sheepishly.

Liz chuckled. "You are addicted to your fiance."

"You're probably right. Just don't tell her. She might get a big head."

"Your secret is safe with me. How about I agree to a slumber party and I stay with her?"

John was surprised. "You'd do that?"

"Yup. I owe you for all that beautiful serenading."

"Your husband is going to kill me."

Liz grinned at the look on his face. "You let me handle Jason. What do you say?"

John held out his hand. "Deal."

Liz shook it and got up. "Nice doing business with you."

One week later

Jason and Liz entered Kelly's office holding hands. She is very nervous. They waited a few minutes and Kelly hurried in and shut the door.

"Hey guys," she said smiling and then put Liz's chart down in front of her.

Liz gripped Jason's hand tighter.

"I know you're curious as to what I found," Kelly said flipping a few pages. "Your levels are all fine and within a normal range. There is excessive scarring and unless we remove some of it, I don't think that you will be able to conceive."

Liz wiped a tear from her eye. "So, what would I need to do?"

"Well, I would do laparoscopic surgery on you. It involves three very small incisions in your abdomen. You will be under general anesthesia, but it's an outpatient procedure so you'll go home the same day. There will be soreness and tenderness in that area afterward, but that will go away in a few days. It just really depends on how much scar tissue I have to remove."

"What are the risks?" Jason asked.

"There is always a risk of infection and hematomas. Other complications are rare like nerve damage, blood clots, or damage to other organs, but as I said, they are rare."

Liz locked gazes with Jason. "I want to do it."

Jason nodded. "Okay." He isn't going to fight her on this. It's what she wants—what they both want.

Kelly smiled. "I can fit you in a week from today."

Liz let out a deep breath. "Okay."

"Great. My nurse will call you and let you know the time and restrictions."

"Kelly, if it works, how long do you think it will take before I can get pregnant?"

Kelly sighed. "That's hard to predict, but you can start trying as soon as you're able after surgery. You're young and your test results were very good, so I don't anticipate you'll need IVF. I would have you try for at least six months before I'd even be willing to consider that."

"Thank you," Liz said before standing. Jason walked her to the car and they went home with a lot on their minds.