Chapter 125 One-hundred And Twenty-five

• Millicent
• The examination table paper crinkled under me as Dr. Hayes moved the ultrasound wand across my still-flat belly. My heart hammered against my ribs while I waited, terrified of what she might or might not find. The spotting had stopped hours ago, but the fear hadn't.
• "There," Dr. Hayes said softly, turning the monitor toward me. "See that little flutter? That's your baby's heartbeat. Strong and steady."