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Chapter 4.
Albert couldn't believe it had been two weeks since Rachel's operation. He also couldn't fathom how she had done so well. Albert figured she'd have a contraction here and there. Rachel had zero contractions since Albert stitched her cervix two weeks prior. Of course the fact that Rachel had been on strict bedrest could've played a role.
Willie did get quite annoyed with Albert, especially for the fact that he wouldn't let Rachel hold their other two children. Rachel could lay next to them, holding them was off limits. He feared one of the kids would kick her and rip the stitches if they laid on top of her or if she held them.
When Albert watched the operation in medical school, the doctor wasn't as strict in terms of what the woman could do. Albert didn't know the fate of the woman. The point is he wasn't taking any risk with Rachel or her baby.
The survival rate for premature babies still weren't the best. Doctor's in bigger hospitals were doing their research though.
He'd sent Rachel home two days after the procedure. And so far each day she was doing well. But Willie still came by at least once a day to complain. Willie did have a lot on him. His oldest was only 6 so she couldn't take care of her 3 year old brother. So each day Willie would have to take his 3 year old son to the diner. His daughter went to school. His son was well behaved but his mother wasn't a fan of the idea.
Let's face it Willie's mother wasn't the most understanding woman in the world. Albert had seen that time and time again.
Today though Albert was surprised to find that when his door opened today it was Rachel standing in the doorway. Albert ushered her in she sat down in the nearest chair and hung her head.
'What Are You Doing in here ? Albert practically yelled the statement
"I… Willie he has so much on him. Least I could do is watch my son" Rachel replied in a tear stricken voice.
"Is Andrew not behaving at the diner?" Albert was frustrated but he tried to be understanding of Rachel's situation.
'Willie says he's so smart. He hands out napkins' Rachel smiled through her tears.
Albert had figured out the problem here.
" isn't it ?" Albert sighed in reply
Those words hit a nerve with Rachel and her tears started flowing like a water faucet. "Yes..Willie comes home everyday so overwhelmed. No one minds but Miss. Olsen
"Does Willie say anything to you ? " Albert replies
Not directly But he does say he wishes my body was different." Rachel states in a sob.
Albert wasn't mad at Rachel. But Willie and Mrs. Olsen that was a different story a totally different one.
Albert helped Rachel to the exam bed so she could lay down and rest. Once Rachel was settled, Albert made footsteps to the door.
And like the smart woman Rachel is she told Albert 'Don't Yell'
With a smirk Albert replied "I'll try not too."
Albert started the walk from his office to the diner in a mad dash. But he remembered his promise to his dear patient. And slowed his pace.
When the bell sounded that Albert had entered the diner, the first person to make eye contact with him was sweet Andrew Olsen. "Hey Albert" he said through a grin without prompting Andrew yelled for his Pa. The diner was empty so it didn't take long for Willie to come through the kitchen door. Andrew didn't tell his Pa what he needed. So when Willie made eye contact with Albert he froze like statue and his eyes were as big as baseball's .
"Rachel Came to you didn't she ?" Willie said through a shaking voice
"Oh yeah" Albert says through gritted teeth.
Albert instructed Andrew to go to Mr. Olsen who was in connected mercantile. Andrew obeyed without a word. Once Andrew was out of earshot. Willie attempted to explain.
"I made a few complaints. Her body carried two pregnancies normally. And My Ma she is constantly on me, hat she can't afford to supply Andrew with drawing paper. And that Rachel is fine and you're wrong."
"Look I saw the procedure done and I don't think the doctor before me put the woman on strict enough bedrest. I don't know if she okay. I wasn't there long enough to know. But I am doing my best to keep your wife and child alive. So please respect that. And extend that statement to your mother." Albert stated in a angered tone
"I also stated that Rachel's body was doing wrong." Willie stated through a guilt filled expression
"She told me everything through tears and sobs" Albert stated no remorse in his tone.
"I am sorry I just this is all a nightmare Albert." Willie states
"She's the one carrying the baby, imagine how much worse it is for her. I am sorry this happened. The body is unpredictable. But you and your mother need to deal with it properly. Now come with me…' Albert replies
Willie follows Albert to his office when they arrive they find Rachel vomiting. Albert Gently rushes to Rachel's side.
'Willie get a bucket" Albert yells in fear
Willie quickly finds a bucket and tosses it too Albert. For the next minute Rachel seems to throw her stomach contents into the bucket. Then she slowly wipes her mouth and lays back.
"What Happened ?" Albert states in a concern
"I got upset okay. I couldn't stop crying. I'm sorry." Rachel states in a weak whisper.
Albert informs Rachel that he is going to exam her incision.
To Albert's relief everything seems intact.
'We dodged a bullet. Thank You God.' Albert says out loud but mainly to himself
Albert decides to give Rachel IV fluids.
A few hours later Rachel wakes up and smiles at Willie"I am sorry love.' Willie replies in a relieved sob
"Just do better be more understanding" Rachel tells Willie as she lays her hand on the side of his face.
"i will None of this is your fault love."Willie states
Willie stands up and Rachel gently leans forward and kisses Willie.
And Albert Pray's that this is all the trouble that arises.