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JUST A LITTLE PUSH LAURA

I pulled my sweater sleeves over my hands, sitting on the edge of the exam table while Dr. Calloway finished reviewing my charts. The office was quiet except for the sound of her flipping through the pages, occasionally making a note. The scent of antiseptic and paper filled the space, but at least the overhead lights were soft, not the usual blinding fluorescent ones that made me feel like a patient instead of a person.

"You're doing amazing, Laura," Dr. Calloway said, finally looking up. She smiled, the warmth in her expression genuine. "Your muscle strength is improving faster than expected, your cognitive function is completely normal, and all of your latest scans look good. Honestly, if I didn't know your history, I'd never guess what your body has been through."

I exhaled, feeling a mix of relief and something else I couldn't quite name.

"Thank you," I said softly, gripping the edge of the table to keep my hands from fidgeting.

Dr. Calloway gave me a knowing look. "You seem like you have something on your mind."

I hesitated, shifting in my seat.

I could just say no. That I was fine. That everything was fine.

But the words were stuck in my throat.

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I chewed on my bottom lip, then sighed, clearing my throat. "Can I ask you something?"

Dr. Calloway set the chart aside and leaned back in her chair, crossing her legs. "Of course."

I took a slow breath, my fingers pressing into my thighs. "I just... I wanted to know..." My face burned, and I forced myself to look at her. "Would I be ready to, um... have sex again?"

Dr. Calloway didn't even blink.

Meanwhile, I wanted the ground to swallow me whole.

She rested her elbow on the arm of her chair and steepled her fingers, considering me. "Physically?" she asked. "Yes. I see no reason why you wouldn't be."

I swallowed. "Okay."

"But I don't think that's what you're really asking," she added gently.

I bit the inside of my cheek.

Damn it. She knew.

She always knew.

Dr. Calloway smiled softly. "This is more mental than physical, isn't it?"

I sighed and nodded. "Yeah."

you ready

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"Yes," I answered immediately.

I didn't hesitate.

Because I was.

body was stronger. I felt more like myself. And when Josh kissed me last week, really kissed me for

I wanted us.

But...

admitted, frustration creeping into my voice. "I get it. I do. I

her head.

staring at my

knowingly. "Men aren't

let out a small laugh, shaking

still healing, in more ways than one. But if you're ready for that next step, tell him. He loves

"Yeah. I guess I need to

Calloway grinned. "I think

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after that consult, liquid courage because tonight,

few people scattered around, working on laptops or

moment to just

"What

my card to pay, but before could tap it, a voice behind

to

turned, my

Vivien.

hair was pulled back, but loose strands framed her face, making her look almost disheveled.

what? You think

gripping the edge

closer, her voice dropping into

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don't get to

barista glanced between us, looking uncomfortable. The customers sitting nearby were now paying attention, their quiet

rose and fell rapidly. "Do you have any idea what I went through?" Her voice cracked, her eyes shimmering with unshed tears. "I moved here for him-for Josh. I got a job at that stupid

I clenched my jaw.

not what I signed up for when I decided to get

you're back, and you just take him?" Her hands shook

voice to stay calm. "Vivien, I didn't take anything. Josh is my

twisted with rage. "Oh,

A few people gasped.