Chapter 74

Madison's POV

I went into the guest room so I could talk to Rose freely without any restrictions. I dialed the number and it rang once before she picked up the all. I began to sobe as she took the call.

“Hello?” Rose’s voice was soft and comforting, and I could feel myself starting to relax. “Hi Rose,” I said, taking a deep breath. “It’s Maddy. I need to talk to you.” “Of course,” she said, her voice full of concern. “Is everything okay?” “No,” I said, my voice shaking. “I’ve been diagnosed with a condition called hyperemesis gravidarum.” There was a pause on the other end of the line, and I could hear Rose taking a deep breath. “What !!! Are you okay?” she asked, her voice full of worry.

“I’m not sure,” I said, my voice cracking. “I’m scared, Rose. I don’t know what to do.” “It’s okay to be scared,” she said, her voice soothing.

“You’re going through something really difficult. But you’re strong, and you’re going to get through this.” I felt myself start to cry, the tears stream