Breaking Free

40.

Kierra glanced at Tasha before turning back to her dad, Drew. She could see the curiosity in his eyes, and it made her even more excited to share the news.

"Well, we just got a call from Dr. Adams' office," Kierra began, her voice brimming with excitement. "They've scheduled the embryo transfer for next week!"

Drew's face lit up instantly, his eyes widening in delight. "Next week? Oh, Kierra, that's amazing!" He stepped forward and hugged her tightly, then turned to Tasha, giving her a firm but affectionate squeeze on the shoulder. "I'm so proud of you both. This is a big step!"

Karen, who had been standing nearby, clapped her hands together, her eyes filling with happy tears. "Oh my goodness, I can't believe it's happening so soon! You two must be so excited—and a little nervous too, I bet."

"A little bit of both," Kierra admitted with a laugh. "But mostly excited. We've been waiting for this for so long, and it's finally happening."

Tasha nodded in agreement. "It feels like everything's finally falling into place. We just can't wait to take the next step."

Karen came over and wrapped her arms around both Kierra and Tasha, pulling them into a tight hug. "You two are going to be such wonderful parents. I've known that from the very beginning."

"Thanks, Mom," Kierra said, leaning into the embrace. "We're ready for whatever comes next."

They all sat down in the living room, with Drew and Karen eager to hear more details about the upcoming transfer. Kierra and Tasha explained the process, sharing their excitement and some of their nerves, but both felt comforted by the love and support of Kierra's parents. Talking through everything with them helped ease some of the anxiety they'd been carrying.

"So, are you two still planning on going ahead with the wedding soon, even with the transfer happening?" Drew asked, looking at both of them with a fatherly concern.

Kierra smiled and nodded. "Yes, the wedding is still happening. We've got most of it planned already, so it should be fine. We're keeping it small, just family and close friends, and we'll work around the transfer schedule."

Tasha chimed in, "We'll just take everything one step at a time. The wedding is important to us, but starting our family is the priority right now. It's all about balance."

Karen leaned forward, smiling warmly. "You two are handling everything beautifully. I'm so proud of the way you've navigated this journey together. Your wedding is going to be perfect, no matter what."

"Thanks, Mom," Kierra said softly, feeling her heart swell with gratitude.

They spent the rest of the afternoon talking about wedding plans, sharing ideas about the ceremony, and reminiscing about family moments. It felt good to take a break from the stress of everything and focus on the joy ahead.

Later that evening, after returning home, Kierra and Tasha sat on the couch, winding down from the long day. Kierra rested her head on Tasha's shoulder, feeling a sense of contentment settle over her. They had come so far already, and with the embryo transfer scheduled, everything felt more real than ever.

"I'm so glad we went to see my parents today," Kierra said quietly, glancing up at Tasha. "I needed that. They've been such a big support."

Tasha smiled, brushing a strand of hair from Kierra's face. "I'm glad we went too. Your parents are amazing, and it's clear how much they love and support us."

Kierra nodded, snuggling closer. "I can't believe the transfer is next week. It feels like everything is happening so fast."

"It is," Tasha agreed, wrapping her arm around Kierra's shoulders. "But we're ready. We've been through so much to get to this point, and now it's finally happening."

Kierra looked up at her fiancée, her eyes filled with love. "I'm so glad I have you by my side. I couldn't imagine doing this with anyone else."

Tasha leaned down and kissed her softly. "We're in this together, babe. Every step of the way."

They sat in comfortable silence for a while, just enjoying each other's presence. Kierra's thoughts drifted to the future—the embryo transfer, the wedding, and all the exciting changes that lay ahead. It was overwhelming, but in the best way possible.

"I can't wait to marry you," Kierra murmured after a few moments, her voice soft but filled with emotion. "It's all I've ever wanted."

Tasha's eyes sparkled with the same emotion. "Me too. Our wedding is going to be beautiful, but more than that, our life together is going to be everything we dreamed of."

As they sat there together, wrapped up in each other's warmth and love, Kierra felt a deep sense of peace settle over her. The road ahead was full of uncertainty, but with Tasha by her side, she knew they could face anything that came their way. They had each other, and that was all that mattered.

The days passed quickly, and before they knew it, it was time for the embryo transfer. Kierra and Tasha were sitting in the clinic, holding hands as they waited for Dr. Adams to come in. The room was quiet, but the air buzzed with anticipation.

Kierra squeezed Tasha's hand, her heart racing. "This is it."

Tasha smiled at her, her own nerves barely contained. "Yeah, it is. We've got this."

Dr. Adams entered the room a few moments later, smiling warmly at the couple. "Are you two ready?"

Kierra nodded, taking a deep breath. "We're ready."

The procedure didn't take long, but every moment felt monumental. When it was over, Dr. Adams gave them a reassuring smile. "Everything went perfectly. Now it's just a waiting game."

As they left the clinic, Kierra and Tasha felt a mix of emotions—hope, excitement, and just a touch of nervousness. But through it all, they knew they had each other, and that made all the difference.

Their future was just beginning, and whatever came next, they were ready to face it together.