A few Days Later...
The crisp morning air carried a slight chill as Xander's black luxury S-class sedan pulled into the hospital's private parking lot. As soon as the engine went off, Xander stepped out of the driver's seat and walked around to open the door for Aurora.
"Careful," he murmured, offering his hand.
Aurora took it, stepping out gracefully. The warmth of his palm against hers sent a sense of calm through her.
Though she was already four months pregnant, Aurora's bump was still small, only just beginning to make its presence known beneath her elegant sweater dress. Yet, Xander treated her as though she were carrying something far more fragile than life itself.
Inside the hospital, they were quickly guided to their appointment. The familiar sterile scent of the clinic filled Aurora's nostrils as they walked through the halls. She squeezed Xander's hand lightly, and he glanced at her.
"Nervous?" he asked.