Shake off those thoughts, Quincy thought as the car neared the hospital.

She made her way straight to the agreed-upon doctor's office and knocked on the door.

Dr. Quincy knew well - a former college buddy who'd spent years abroad before recently returning to start her practice. "Quincy! It's been ages, and look at you, more beautiful than ever. There's this grace about you that just shines through." That had always been Quincy's way.

Her smile was serene and gentle, as if she was eternally untouched by the harshness of the world.

"Oh, stop it..." Flustered by the compliment, Quincy took a seat, "I'm here to get a check-up, we're planning on starting a family."

The doctor nodded, inevitably curious, "Did you come alone? Where's your husband?"

Planning for a baby usually meant she was married.

"He's...he's swamped with work! And, well, we're not married yet, but it's happening soon. I asked him to come, but it felt awkward."

The doctor chuckled, "Landing a gorgeous wife like you, your fiancé is one lucky man!"

all, he's pretty

show a sneaky snapshot she'd taken of

"This is him."

"Wow, he's handsome! Looks like a movie star. You two are

it might lead to future requests for

tie the knot at some point, I can't

"That's true."

went smoothly, covering all necessary

no issues at all! Just keep track of your ovulation, that's all we can predict for now." The doctor whispered, "I noticed...um...you've not been

cheeks turned scarlet as

first time might be a bit

felt

bit more, Quincy left the hospital and sent a photo to

in about three to four days. Just had a

with Dorothy when Quincy's

phone was

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