Healing Hearts (Book 3 Series 2)

Chapter 25 Cameron

The air is filled with a mix of laughter and joy.  Archer and Eliana,  are present with their young kids, and our own twins, a boy and a girl, run around happily. Meanwhile, Hailey's rounded belly indicates that another addition to the family is on the way, 20 weeks along. As the kids run upstairs to play, We are left to engage in more grown-up conversations. The room is filled with a calmer atmosphere, and I can't help but glance at Hailey with a fond smile, seeing her pregnant belly. The buzz of the doorbell breaks the conversation, and I get up to answer it. Opening the door, I'm pleasantly surprised to find Noah standing on the other side, a smile spreading across my face.

"hey brother." 

I greet Noah with a warm smile and a friendly slap on the shoulder. "Hey, man," I say, stepping aside to let him in. "Good to see you."

"Eliana, let go of that damn device, there's nothing wrong with Ryder." Archer says. 

"You shut up.  He was just answering, why isn't he anymore, this is my brother I'm talking about." Eliana states.

My attention is immediately drawn to Hailey's  wince, concern flooding my mind. I glance at her , silently asking if she's okay, my eyes filled with worry and affection.

"I'm okay, don't worry." I reach out, gently rubbing her arm in a soothing gesture. The unexpected sound of the doorbell interrupts the tense atmosphere in the room. I glance at Hailey, silently questioning if she were expecting anyone, before turning and heading towards the door to answer it.

"Madison and Miles." I head to the door and open it. 

I greet Madison and Miles warmly, stepping aside to let them enter. Their presence adds a new dynamic to the gathering, and I cast a subtle glance around the room, observing the interactions between everyone present.

"oh my. Cameron!"

"Yes? What is it?"

"it looks like I'm gonna give birth!" Her words send a rush of adrenaline coursing through my body, and my heart begins to pound in my chest. My eyes widen in shock, and for a moment, I'm frozen in place. The realization that the time has come suddenly hits me like a wave, and I take a moment to process what's happening. The room suddenly comes alive with movement and voices as everyone gathers around her. The atmosphere is charged with a mixture of excitement, nervousness, and anticipation. I place a supportive hand on her back, gently rubbing small circles to soothe her.

"But isn't she early?"

"Deep breaths." Madison's soothing voice cuts through the chaos, reminding everyone to remain calm. I take a few deep breaths, following her lead in an attempt to steady my racing heart. My hand still rests on her back, providing some small measure of comfort and support.

"Eliana stay here with the kids and the rest to the hospital." Madison's instructions are clear, and Eliana nods as she stays behind to take care of the children. The rest of us, realizing that we need to move quickly to get you to the hospital, start to head towards the door.

Madison's firm but gentle guidance is reassuring. As she helps Hailey stand up, I stay by her side, ready to offer any extra support she needs. The gravity of the situation hits me again, and I can sense a mixture of anxiety and excitement building inside me.

"Stop stop stop."  Her sudden cry of "stop" halts everyone in their tracks. We all freeze, turning our attention back to her, the worry and concern etched on our faces. I look at her, silently waiting to see what's wrong.

"Babe." I place a gentle hand on her shoulder, silently urging her to continue. "After kid number 3 comes, you won't forget me right?"

"How could I ever forget you? You're the love of my life, the mother of my children. You're my everything. I'll never forget you, I promise."

"really?"

"Of course," I say firmly.  "You're a part of me, and I could never forget that."

THE END

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