Love And Rodeo

3

Rhett and Hannah had been navigating their relationship with caution, keeping it discreet from the rodeo community and maintaining a facade of friendship in the eyes of the tabloids. However, over the past month, Hannah's health had taken a drastic turn. She was frequently ill in the mornings, struggling to get out of bed at times, and growing increasingly worried about her condition.

One morning, Hannah woke up to violent bouts of illness, prompting her to call her doctor immediately. Concerned and frightened, she reached out to Rhett for support.

"Hey, baby, what's up?" Rhett's voice was filled with concern.

"I need to go to the emergency room. Can you please come and take me?" Hannah's voice trembled with urgency.

"Yes, I'll be there in five. Are you okay?" Rhett's worry was palpable.

"I don't know. Please hurry."

Hannah hung up, her head spinning with anxiety. Moments later, Rhett arrived and found her lying on the floor, her discomfort evident. Gently, he lifted her up and carried her to his truck. In no time, they were at the hospital, and Hannah was quickly attended to, hooked up to an IV for fluids.

After what felt like an eternity of waiting, the doctor returned with a reassuring smile on his face. Rhett and Hannah looked up, their hearts racing with anticipation as they awaited the news that would determine Hannah's well-being.

"Well, Miss Dorian. You are pregnant," the doctor said, his voice tinged with professional concern.

"I'm what?" Hannah's voice cracked with disbelief.

"Pregnant."

"That can't be. I'm on birth control and we use condoms. I can't be..." Hannah's breath hitched, and tears threatened to spill over.

"Hannah, relax baby. It's okay. We will figure this out. Doctor, can you give us a moment?" Rhett's voice was steady, his eyes filled with reassurance as he caught her before she could spiral into full hysteria.

When the doctor left the room, Rhett lay down on the bed next to Hannah, his hand gently rubbing her back.

"Rhett, I am a Rodeo queen. I am Miss Rodeo Idaho. I have obligations," Hannah said, her voice wavering with uncertainty.

"I know. What do you want to do?" Rhett's tone was gentle, his eyes searching hers for an answer.

"This isn't how I pictured having a child would be like. I thought I would be done queening before I had a baby. What do you want?"

"I want children with you. I love you," Rhett confessed, his voice filled with sincerity.

"You what?" Hannah's eyes widened in surprise.

"I love you."

"That's the first time you have said that."

"I wanted to say it earlier, but I was afraid that it would..."

Hannah silenced him with a kiss, her emotions too raw for words.

"I want this baby. I will resign my crown tomorrow," Hannah declared, determination shining through her tears.

"You don't have to do it alone," Rhett assured her, his love and support unwavering.