My Love Until the Last Goodbye by Alut

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After Valerie broke the news to Marcus about their unexpected blessing, the couple decided to keep it to themselves until they were completely sure. By the time they went downstairs for dinner, Ethan had already gone home. Fabian, their driver, had picked him up promptly at 2:00 PM.

After a family meal, Valerie and Marcus headed to the study to research gynecologists in Valentia who could handle her pregnancy. Valerie was a bundle of nerves, overwhelmed by the strong emotions coursing through her. Marcus took charge, scrolling through his laptop to find options. Based on credentials, they settled on a gynecologist who specialized in pregnancies for women over 40–Dr. Beatrice Baker.

The next morning, Marcos and Valerie left early for their appointment with Dr. Baker. Despite having a packed schedule, Marcus had rearranged all his meetings to be with Valerie, knowing how anxious she was about the visit.

Sitting in the waiting room, Valerie was a wreck, her eyes glued to the clock on the wall. A few minutes later, Dr. Baker appeared and greeted the couple warmly.

“Mr. and Mrs. Bartz,” the doctor said with a slight nod. “Please, come in. I can see those worried faces–am I right?”

“A little, yes,” Marcus admitted, his nerves evident.

This would be their third baby. The first had tragically been lost, and John had been a blessing. This new pregnancy had been completely unplanned. It wasn’t that they didn’t want the baby; it was just that Valerie was right Marcus was older, and it weighed on him.

“There’s no need to worry just yet. Let’s take this step by step,” Dr. Baker said patiently. “First, tell me how did you find out you’re pregnant?”

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“Well,” Valerie began, “I’ve been feeling unwell, so yesterday I took three home tests. The first one didn’t show anything I think it was defective. The second had two pink lines immediately, and the third said, ‘Pregnant +3.‘ That was enough for us to figure it out.”

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we can spot anything, even if it’s just a tiny dot. Second, we’ll do a blood test to check your hCG levels. I’ll write you a prescription

Doctor, I’m fasting already,” Valerie said, relieved that she’d anticipated

can take the sample right now and send it to

silent support. He knew she was putting on a brave face–she hated needles, and even the thought of the blood test

now let’s take a look at your little one. Mrs. Bartz, please

black leggings and a loose beige chiffon blouse, which draped over her well–proportioned figure, concealing

Dr. Baker warned as she applied the gel. “It’s clear you’re pregnant–look at that lovely bump. I can’t believe you didn’t notice it earlier

to conceive our second baby. John was a complete surprise. That was five years ago, and I’d even started to think I was entering menopause,”

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that stage yet,” Dr. Baker said kindly. “Your husband mentioned

look much younger. Let’s get started. I’ll just spread some gel

gel’s chill, then lay still as the doctor placed

look. Where

mid–sentence, pressing the probe a bit more firmly against Valerie’s belly. She glanced at the couple, who were staring intently

see what I

out the image,” Marcus said, adjusting his glasses to get a

for you. First, yes, you are definitely pregnant. Second, you’re about two to three months along, which

voice was trembling, her face pale. “Is something wrong

Baker reassured her with a smile. “When I say

loudly,