Isabella: Not So Bad News

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I had never been fond of hospitals, and the idea of going to see a doctor filled me with dread. But after Lorenzo insisted, there was no way I could refuse. Still, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of defiance as we made our way to the car.

Lorenzo held out his hand, a silent invitation for me to join him. But instead of complying, I crossed my arms over my chest and shook my head stubbornly.

“I’m not going,” I said, my voice firm despite the fear gnawing at me. “I feel fine now, Lorenzo. I don’t need to see a doctor.”

He sighed, his eyes softening with understanding. “Isabella, please. I just want to make sure you’re okay.”

I shook my head again, my resolve hardening. “No. I don’t want to go.”

Lorenzo’s patience was wearing thin, but instead of arguing, he simply scooped me up into his arms, bridal style, much to my embarrassment.

“Lorenzo!” I protested, squirming in his grasp. “Put me down!”

He ignored my protests and carried me to the waiting car, Giovani stifling a laugh as he opened the door for us.

I shot him a glare, but he simply grinned in response.

[---]

As we drove to the hospital, I continued to sulk, refusing to meet Lorenzo’s gaze. He tried to reason with me, to calm my fears, but I remained stubbornly silent, my arms crossed tightly over my chest.

[---]

When we arrived at the hospital, Lorenzo carried me inside, drawing stares from the nurses and patients alike. I buried my face in his chest, mortified by the attention.

Once we were in the examination room, the doctor checked me over thoroughly, asking questions and taking notes. Lorenzo stood by my side the entire time, his hand wrapped around mine in a comforting gesture.

[---]

Finally, the doctor finished her examination and looked up with a smile. “Well, Isabella, it seems like you’re just suffering from a common cold. Nothing serious.”

I felt a wave of relief wash over me, my tension evaporating as quickly as it had come. “Really?”

She nodded, her smile widening. “Yes, really. Just make sure to rest and drink plenty of fluids, and you’ll be back on your feet in no time.”

Lorenzo squeezed my hand, his eyes filled with relief. “Thank you, doctor.”

[---]

As we left the hospital, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of gratitude towards Lorenzo. He had insisted on taking me to see the doctor, even when I had been stubborn and resistant.

As we drove home, I leaned against him, feeling safe and loved in his arms. Despite my initial reluctance, I knew that he had only acted out of concern for my well-being. And for that, I was grateful.

“I told you that I don't need to see a doctor,” I said.

"Stop being stubborn, you got checked and everything, it wasn't so bad." He replied with a smirk on his face.

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