MONIQUE“Hello, Mon? Finally, you answered!”Chelsea’s voice pulled me back from the quiet night air as I answered her calls. I was standing in the hospital parking lot, phone pressed to my ear, one hand absently rubbing my still-flat belly.“Sorry, I turned off my phone,” I said softly. “I just finished the check-up and I’m heading to the car now.”She let out a shaky breath. “Listen… Maxwell barged into my clinic earlier. He looked terrifying, Mon. Eyes wild, voice loud, demanding to see you. He wouldn’t take no for an answer. I tried to throw him out, but he kept pushing about the pregnancy. I… I ended up telling him you’re at the hospital for your follow-up. I’m so sorry.”I stopped walking for a second. A faint, tired smile curved my lips even though she couldn’t see it.“It’s okay, Chelsea,” I said quietly. “Really. I’ll handle it.”“Monique…” Her voice cracked with worry. “He left here in a rush. He’s probably already on his way to you. Are you sure you’re going to be okay? I c
Last Updated : 2026-07-02 Read more