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43 When In Rome (Winona)

"So, you think we can go home by her birthday in three weeks?" I ask Dr. Green because I don't want to do anything that might set Abby's recovery back. "I wanted to throw her a little party."

"The defect in the heart wall is okay for now. As she grows, and her heart grows, it will need constant adjustments. Hopefully we can get her to a point where there will be no further deterioration meaning a heart transplant won't be needed." "I understand."

"This is going to mean operations and adjustments for much of her childhood. I think a birthday party 'might be just the thing to keep her spirits up. Don't overdo it though. She needs a lot of peace and quiet.

But don't keep her cooped up inside. Get her out in the fresh air and sun as much as possible. Let her be a

kid."

"I certainly will. Thank you, Doctor Green. I owe her life to you."

"I'm just part of it. She's a lucky kid to have such a dedicated support system."

With that happy news, he leaves.

"Hey. I just saw the doctor leaving. How is she?" Phillip whispers from beside me now.

"What are you doing here?"

some/

"Lunch break. It's been impossible to concentrate knowing Abby's surgery was on. I've delegated some tasks to the trainees and taken a couple of hours off."

"You're so thoughtful. She's ok. She's going to be able to have a little party at our townhouse."

"That's great news."

I sigh and hug him. "It's going to be a long road ahead, but we'll get there."

He kisses me on top of the head. "We will indeed."

The nursing staff come in to do her vitals and make sure her meds are doing their job.

it. Come on." I say to Phillip, and we walk out

he says. "There's some very strong rumors around the office

I'm ready for the pettiness but I guess it's a break from life and death

Ashlyn

I'm not sure how this actually makes me feel.

still have to set a date. Maybe we

Phillip carefully. I'm not sure if that's what he wants or if he thinks it might

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to have a proper wedding. With Abby as our flower girl, surrounded by those we love.

"That sounds perfect."

Do you

talked much about

get me wrong, I had the best family upbringing ever. But it just finding out everything you thought was true about you was a lie really rattled me." "Oh my god, Phillip. Why didn't you say something sooner? Here's me with all my

"I'm not

it's time to

right. First, let's get Abby home and stronger and

who your biological parents

But he avoids eye contact.

you have such an understanding of my situation. You didn't hesitate to be a

known sooner. I get that things happen but not telling me

Even though Judy is ridiculous, she is still her grandmother. Maybe now they are married, Judy can stop this obsession

a chance to be

what happens. Just know I always truly

contacting his family again has him spooked. Families always had stuff

I've never had a moment where I'd question why he's so worried, till

if there's anything you need to tell me. Now is the time. If you've changed your mind about getting married, that's fine. It won't change anything between us. I proposed because I wanted you to know and be secure that my feelings for

just don't want you ditching me at

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in my pocket.

never believe

and Ashlyn

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