Logan swallowed thickly and stared at Rob.

“Lily not only wanted me in there with her but when the surgeon thought I was the baby’s father and asked if I wanted to cut the cord, Lily let me.” “I was Hazel’s father and I didn’t get to see her being born or cut the cord because Erin was a selfish, cold bitch.” “Erin wouldn’t even let me in the room when she had Hazel. He sighed deeply and looked at his trembling hands. I was there when they pulled the baby out and…” “Lily asked me to stay with her and I said of course. He shook his head and then glanced up at Rob. The surgery went really well and Lily’s okay.” “You okay, man?” Rob had sat down beside him and he rested his hand on Logan’s shoulder. He set the coffee down on the side table and buried his face in his hands. She carried Hazel down the hall as Logan sat down in one of the hard plastic chairs in the lobby. Lily’s very tired and she needs her rest.” She had to have surgery to have the baby, but both her and the baby are doing just fine.” He picked up the cup of coffee from the vending machine and sipped at it, making a face at its thick, bitter taste. Both her and the baby are fine.” He took Hazel from Rob and kissed her soft cheek. Rob, carrying Hazel in his arms, was right behind her and Logan smiled at them both. Logan looked up from the vending machine when he heard Janet’s voice. You’ll be holding your baby girl before you know it.” She nodded with relief and squeezed his hand as Logan gave her a look of confidence that he didn’t feel. “I’m not going anywhere, sweetheart.” He said quickly. She squeezed Logan’s hand and gave him a look of panic. Anderson, you can wait in the waiting room and we’ll let you know – “ She nodded and turned back to the doctor. Her gaze was wide and frightened and he bent his head and kissed her softly on the mouth.

“I think it’s best for both you and the baby if we do an emergency caesarean.” Stevenson squeezed her shoulder soothingly. “What?” Lily gave her a look of panic and Dr. I’m worried that the cord might be wrapped around her neck. Her heartbeat is way higher than it should be and I’m afraid she’s in distress. “The baby’s not moving down the birth canal the way she should. Lily turned her gaze wearily to the doctor. She had a worried look on her face and as she stood and approached Lily, Logan could feel his heart thudding wildly in his chest. “Stop pushing, Lily!” The doctor suddenly shouted and Lily collapsed against him again, panting heavily as the doctor looked at the screen that monitored the baby’s heartbeat.

A Home for Lily by Elizabeth Kelly