Carry You ~Eddie Diaz

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Sam's POV:

May 2nd, 2020

I am currently trying to get over this disgusting stomach flu. I have been throwing up non-stop for days, it's not bad enough to go to the doctor about though. Eddie has been concerned about me but I constantly reassure him that I'm fine. We have been planning wedding stuff and have our engagement photos next week. Then we send out the invites, the date is set for August 20th, our 1st anniversary, nothing more poetic. I was beyond excited to spend the rest of my life with him.

Currently, I felt like I was dying. But this is the best I have felt all week, so I think it's starting to disappear. Hopefully, it is, I can't bear to lay in bed for another day.

~~~

I woke up in a cold sweat but ironically felt a lot better. I looked at the clock and my eyes went wide. No way I just slept for 20 hours. I rolled over to see Eddie passed out in bed, I smiled and got up, showered, and brushed my teeth before getting back in bed since it was only 2 AM. Eddie opened his eyes and ran his hand through my damp hair, "You alright?"

"Yeah, sorry, I didn't mean to wake you."

"It's alright," Eddie set his hand on my forehead, "Your fever is gone which is good news. How do you feel?"

"Better,"

"That's good, I'm glad."

"Me too, thank you for taking care of me."

"In sickness and in health."

I rolled my eyes, "Haven't said I do yet."

"Soon, my love." I laughed lightly and cuddled up to Eddie, "You okay?" Eddie asked with a laugh.

"I want affection," I whined. My period must be starting soon.

"Why didn't you say so?" Eddie asked and wrapped his arms around me tight, he was showering me with kisses.

"I love you," I sleepily said.

"I love you too,"

~~~

I practically slept the whole day again so when I woke up on May 4th, I felt so much better. I saw Eddie wasn't in bed so I got up to search for him, I was wearing one of his T-shirts and spandex. When am I not wearing his shirt though is the real question, Eddie was standing in front of the couch watching the news with a cup of tea in his hand. "What are you watching?" I asked.

Eddie gave me a look that scared me. "Come here."

"What's wrong?" I walked to see the TV and I read the headline. "Maddie," I whispered. I grabbed my phone and was trying to call her repeatedly. "Come on, come on. Pick up."

I was pacing the living room when Eddie grabbed my shoulders and forced me into a hug where I proceeded to let my emotions out and cry like a child who couldn't get a build-a-bear at the mall.

"I can't lose her!" I cried out.

"You won't have to, I promise, come on. Get dressed and get in the truck."

I nodded and stumbled into the bedroom. I put a T-shirt and jeans on, I called Evan and told him what was happening, I guess he already knew though because of Chimney. Maddie gave him a warning, we were all on our way to the call center.

Eddie drove like a bat out of hell, I know he cared about Maddie because she's my sister. I was a nervous wreck, Christopher was left with Carla and I was biting my fingernails. Eddie kept swatting my hand away from my mouth which I was grateful for. It was an awful habit I started when I was in high school.

When Evan and Chimney showed up with Athena, I ran up to them and hugged each of them, and so did Eddie. "Have you heard anything?" I questioned.

"Not yet," Chimney sighed.

My heart hurt for him, Maddie isn't just my sister, she is Chimney's girlfriend. I'm sure this is how it felt for them when I was trapped in that damn school.

~~~

Hours passed before we managed to hear anything from inside. Athena found out what was happening though. Maddie has been through so much shit, she doesn't deserve this. She had such a crappy relationship with Doug that almost killed her and now this?

"You okay, Sammy?" Evan asked as my face paled.

I nodded, "I feel sick again."

"It's probably your nerves. Sit down, with your history I don't need you passing out." Eddie said.

I rolled my eyes and playfully hit Eddie. I was scared for Maddie though, I sat down and played with my engagement ring. She only knew because of Evan, we haven't had time to talk and now this is happening.

I can't lose my sister, I feel like I've been through so much heartbreak, I can't go through anymore. "They're out!"

I looked up and let out a deep breath, "Thank God, thank you." Eddie helped me to my feet and led me over to Maddie who was being embraced by Chimney. Maddie got out of the hug and pulled Buck into a hug. I started crying and so did Maddie, she looked at me and pulled me into her arms, and she then pulled Eddie into the same hug. "Are you okay?" I whispered. 

"Yes, are you?"

"Never better,"

Maddie laughed lightly, Buck and Chim joined the hug making me smile. Giant family hug, when it broke, Maddie smacked me playfully. "Thanks for telling me about your engagement."

I cringed, "I know, I'm sorry. I was sick all week and I just started feeling better. I'm so sorry."

"When is the wedding?"

"August 20th, 2020," Eddie said.

I smiled, "That's right."

"I'm so happy for you," Maddie said looking between the both of us.

"Thank you, I'm glad you're okay," I said.

Eddie nodded, "We were all so worried."

"I'm okay. I promise. I think I need a lot more therapy but other than that, I'm ok."

I laughed lightly, "I get that. Trust me." Maddie hugged me once more, I hugged her back and sighed. "I love you,"

"I love you too,"

~~~

I was lying in bed later that night and was doing some mental math while Eddie tucked Christopher in. Something wasn't right. I looked at my phone's calendar and my heart stopped. Did I miss my period?

I immediately texted Nic and she was going to get me in for an appointment ASAP. My heart was racing but I couldn't help but remember that this is what I have always wanted.