I stood frozen as Red and Felix chatted outside Isla's room. I couldn't help but feel nervous and unsure about what was happening. I had hoped to avoid Felix for a while longer, but fate had other plans.
As I stood there, trying to calm my nerves, the door suddenly opened, and Lily stepped out. My heart skipped a beat as she called out to me, "Mom!" and ran towards me, her tiny arms are outstretched.
I was about to embrace her when she suddenly turned towards Felix and hugged him instead. I could feel my heart sink as I watched them. Felix was Lily's doctor, and she had grown fond of him. I could feel Felix's eyes on me as Lily hugged him, and I couldn't help but feel uncomfortable. I knew that he had a right to know about Lily, but I wasn't ready to face him just yet.
After Lily hugged Felix, she turned back towards me, "Mom, Doctor Felix makes me feel better," she said with a smile.
I could feel the weight of Felix's gaze on me as he waited for me t
As I sat across from Felix in the coffee shop, I felt a mix of emotions. I was happy to see him again after all these years but also nervous about what he might ask me. I knew that Felix had just found out about Lily, and I had agreed to meet with him to discuss our daughter."I'm sorry I didn't tell you about Lily before," I said, breaking the silence between us. "I just didn't know how to bring it up."Felix nodded, his expression serious. "I understand. But I need to know something. Am I the father of Lily?"I took a deep breath, my heart racing. "Yes, Felix. You're the father."Felix's eyes widened in shock, and he sat back in his chair. "I had no idea. Why didn't you tell me?""I was scared," Iris admitted. "Scared of how you would react, and scared of what it would mean for our relationship. I didn't want to burden you with the responsibility of being a father when you were still pursuing your dreams."Felix leaned forward, his expressio
As I sat across from Felix, I couldn't help but feel a sense of nervousness and apprehension wash over me. We had been avoiding this conversation for far too long, and now that we were finally sitting down to talk about our past and their future together as parents, it felt like there was a weight on my chest.I took a deep breath and looked into Felix's eyes. His gaze was intense, and for a moment, I felt like he could see right through me."Iris," he said, breaking the silence. "I know we've had our differences, but we need to talk about how we're going to move forward as parents. For our daughter's sake."I nodded, feeling a lump form in her throat. I knew he was right. We couldn't keep avoiding this conversation forever."I'm sorry, Felix," I said, my voice barely above a whisper. "For everything that's happened between us. I know I made mistakes, and I know I hurt you."Felix reached across the table and took my hand. His touch was warm and reassuring."Iris, you know it's hard f
DYLAN'S POINT OF VIEWI was both excited and nervous as I walked towards the park to meet my daughter, Lily. I had been planning this daddy-daughter picnic the past few days and had carefully chosen the perfect spot to set up our picnic blanket.As I approached Lily, I could see the excitement in her eyes as she ran towards me with open arms. I lifted her up and hugged her tightly, feeling a sense of joy and love.As we walked towards our picnic spot, I couldn't help but feel grateful for this moment with my daughter. Seeing Lily smile and laugh made everything worth it.Iris prepared some of her favorite foods and drinks, and as we sat down on the blanket, I watched as she eagerly reached for the snacks.As we ate, I asked Lily about her day and listened intently as she told him about her adventures at school. I marveled at how much she had grown."Would you like to meet grandma and grandpa?" I ask, smiling at her.She nodded and smiled at me while eating a strawberry. "How about tom
"Can we go out?" Max ask me."Sorry, Max. Lily and I have to go somewhere tomorrow," I replied."with Felix?" she asks."Uhh- yes," I said shyly."Oh my gosh! Are you guys back together?" she asks excitedly."No, oh please, don't even think about that," I said, I was embarrassed thinking about that. I'm not hoping at all. It was all in the past and our main priority now is Lily."You can't say that, Iris. Maybe things between you and Felix will come back,"Max said optimistically."I appreciate your positivity, Max, but I don't want to get my hopes up," I replied."I understand. But just remember, you never know what the future holds," Max said with a smile."I'll keep that in mind," I said, returning her smile.As I ended the call, I prepared myself to sleep beside Lily.The next day, Lily and I woke up early to get ready for our trip with Felix. I made sure to pack all the essentials for Lily, including her favorite snacks and toys.When Felix arrived, Lily ran to him with open arms
My heart sank as I saw my mom's name flash on my phone screen late at night. I knew something was wrong. I answered the phone with a shaky voice, "Mom, what's going on?""Iris, it's Isla. She's not doing well," my mom's voice was barely above a whisper, and I could hear the exhaustion in her tone."What happened? " I asked, my mind racing with fear and worry."Yes. Her body is not responding to the medication anymore, and her condition is worsening," my mom's voice cracked, and I could hear the tears in her voice.I felt numb as I tried to process what was happening. Isla had been fighting leukemia for months, and I had always held on to the hope that she would recover. But now, it seemed like all hope was lost."I'll be there as soon as possible, Mom. Hang in there," I said, my voice shaking with emotion.I hung up the phone and started to pack my bags. I needed to be there for Isla and my family, but I also felt a sense of guilt for not being there more often during her treatments.
SPECIAL CHAPTERDOCTOR COLIN'S POINT OF VIEWI watched as Isla took her final breath, her body finally succumbing to the ravages of leukemia. Even though I had seen many patients pass away during my career as a doctor, it still never got easier.But with Isla, it was different. I had fallen in love with her. From the moment I met her, I was drawn to her kind heart and contagious smile. She had a way of making me feel happy and positive, even on the toughest days.I couldn't help but feel a sense of sadness wash over me as I realized that I would never get to see that smile again, never get to hold her hand, or hear her laugh. She was gone, and the world was a little bit darker without her.But I also knew that Isla wouldn't want us to be sad forever. She was always the one to see the good in every situation, and I wanted to honor that by being positive and strong for her family and friends.As I looked at her peaceful face, I knew that she was finally free from pain and suffering. She
I was on the balcony of a resort when I heard someone open the door, it was Felix together with Lily. "Mom!" lily exclaimed and sat beside me. "Are you okay?" Felix asks me. I nodded and gave him a small smile. I still can't believe that Isla is not with us anymore.He held my hands this time then whispered, "I'll be here. Me and Lily," and then he smiled."Thank you, Felix," I said, feeling grateful for his support. Lily hugged me tightly, and I hugged her back. Even though she was just a child, her presence was comforting."I miss Isla," Lily said, her voice barely above a whisper."I miss her too, sweetie," I replied, giving her a gentle squeeze.Felix and I sat there with Lily, just being present with each other. We didn't need to say anything; our presence was enough. It was a small moment of solace amidst the pain and grief.As we sat there, I couldn't help but think about Isla and how much she meant to us. She was always so full of life and energy, and her absence was felt dee
I still remember Iris's birthday, it's tomorrow, but I guess she doesn't plan on celebrating because she never mentioned anything to me. I missed 4 years of her birthdays when I left and I want to make it up for her, so I planned a suprise birthday for her.Today, I contacted someone who will make her cake and arrange a catering for the guess. I didn't invite a lot of people, only her family and few friends."Are you back together?" Jake asks me."No," I said."But it seems like you wanted to be with her again," he smirks."I just want to make up for the lost time, and be a good friend to her," I replied, feeling a bit defensive."Whatever you say, brother, you're obviously still inlove with her. Why don't you talk it out, maybe she still loves you as well," Jake adviced."I appreciate your concern, Jake, but it's not that simple. Iris and I have a complicated history, and we're taking things slow. Right now, I just want to focus on making her happy on her birthday," I explained.Jake
As Felix and I walked along the sandy beach, I couldn't help but feel a sense of peace wash over me. The sound of the waves crashing against the shore was soothing, and the warm sun on my skin felt invigorating.Felix and I had come to the beach for a much-needed break from our busy lives, and I was grateful for this moment of respite.We strolled along the shoreline, our feet sinking into the sand with every step. Felix reached over and took my hand, his fingers lacing with mine."Isn't this amazing?" he said, his voice filled with wonder.I nodded, smiling. "It's so peaceful here. I feel like I could stay here forever."We walked in comfortable silence for a while, watching as the seagulls flew overhead and the waves rolled in. I could feel my mind clearing, my worries and stress melting away with every passing moment.Felix suddenly let go of my hand and ran towards the water, laughing. I followed him, the cool water washing over my feet as I splashed in the waves.We played like k
As we arrived at the concert venue, I could feel the excitement building inside of me. It was a huge event, and I knew that Red was going to be amazing on stage. We made our way to the backstage area, where Red and the other performers were getting ready.It was a chaotic scene, with people rushing around and getting into their costumes. I could hear the sounds of instruments being tuned and microphones being tested, and I could feel the energy in the air.Red spotted us as we entered the backstage area, and his face lit up with a smile. "Hey, guys!" he said, coming over to greet us. "You made it!"I hugged him tightly, feeling a sense of pride and admiration for my talented friend. "We wouldn't miss this for the world," I said.Felix shook Red's hand, grinning. "We're excited to see you perform, man," he said.Red gave us a quick tour of the backstage area, showing us where the performers would be getting ready and where the instruments were being stored. I could feel my heart beatin
As I sat in the small studio watching Red and Felix practice the song they had created for Red's upcoming concert, I couldn't help but feel a sense of awe. Both of them were so talented and watching them work together was like witnessing magic in action.Red's voice was powerful and soulful, and it blended perfectly with Felix's guitar playing. They were both completely immersed in the music, with their eyes closed and their bodies swaying to the rhythm.I sat there quietly, not wanting to disturb them as they worked on perfecting the song. It was clear that they were both passionate about the music and dedicated to making it sound just right.As they finished playing the song, Red opened his eyes and looked over at me, a small smile on his face. "What do you think, Iris?" he asked."It's amazing," I replied, my voice filled with admiration. "You guys sound incredible together."Felix turned towards me, his eyes shining with excitement. "We've been working on it for weeks," he said. "
I felt a mixture of excitement and nerves as I and Felix arrived at his parent's house with their two children in tow. It had been a while since we had last visited, and she couldn't help but wonder if things would be awkward between them after all that had happened.But as soon as we walked through the door, any fears I had quickly dissipated. Felix's parents, who were waiting eagerly at the entrance, embraced them both warmly and were quick to fuss over their grandchildren. The kids, in turn, were thrilled to see their grandparents again and immediately launched into telling them about all the things they had been up to since their last visit.Watching Felix's parents dote on the children brought a smile to my face. It was clear how much they adored their grandchildren and how happy they were to have them around. It was heartwarming to see the bond between them, and it made me feel grateful to be a part of such a loving family.As we all sat down to catch up over a meal, I found mys
I sat on the edge of the bed, my fingers tapping nervously against my thigh. I looked up at Felix, who was sitting across from me, his expression serious. He had just asked me if I was ready to try for another child, and I had agreed, but she couldn't shake the feeling of unease that had settled in my stomach.It wasn't that I didn't want another child. In fact, I had been hoping for one for a long time. I loved our daughter so much, and I longed to give her a sibling. But the process of trying to conceive had been difficult the first time around, and I was afraid of being disappointed if we failed to make another child.Felix reached across the bed and took my hand. "I know you're worried, love," he said softly. "But we've done this before. We know what we're doing."I nodded, but my mind was still racing. I couldn't help but remember the months of disappointment we had faced the first time around. We had tried everything, from tracking my ovulation to taking fertility supplements, b
It was a bright and sunny Saturday afternoon when I received a text from Max inviting me to Leo's first birthday party. I was excited to be a part of this special celebration. I quickly responded with an enthusiastic "Yes", picked up Lily and dress her nicely, and made my way to the party venue, eager to join in on the festivities.As I arrived at the party venue, I was greeted by a cheerful atmosphere. The room was filled with colorful decorations, bright balloons, and a beautiful cake at the center of the table. The children were running around the room, playing with their toys, and waiting for the guest of honor to arrive.Max and Red greeted me warmly as I walked in, and they introduced me to their friends and family. They had put a lot of effort into making this a memorable day, and the preparations were impressive. The theme of the party was a jungle safari, and the room was decorated with green and brown paper vines and animal cutouts. There were also some animal-shaped balloon
MAX POINT OF VIEWI sat in the doctor's office, my heart pounding in my chest. My mind was racing with thoughts of what could be wrong with me. The doctor's words echoed in my head: "There's something in your stomach, Max."My stomach churned as I waited for the doctor to explain further. Was it cancer? A tumor? I had heard so many horror stories about people being diagnosed with serious illnesses, and I couldn't shake the fear that I might be one of them.The doctor's voice brought me back to reality. "We need to run some tests to determine what it is," she said. "It could be something minor, but we need to be sure."I nodded, barely able to speak. Fear had taken hold of me, and I felt completely out of control. I couldn't bear the thought of being sick, of having to go through treatments and surgeries.As I left the doctor's office, I felt like I was in a daze. Everything around me seemed hazy and distorted, and I couldn't focus on anything except my fear. I tried to call my partner
I was excited when my group of friends decided to take a trip together. We had been talking about it for months, and finally, we had settled on a destination. We were going to Hawaii, and I couldn't wait.As I packed my bags and prepared for the trip, I felt a sense of anticipation building inside me. I had always loved traveling, and the idea of exploring a new place with my closest friends was thrilling.I stepped off the plane and took a deep breath, inhaling the warm, tropical air of Hawaii. I looked around at the lush greenery and vibrant colors and felt my heart swell with excitement. This was going to be an amazing vacation.As we settled into our accommodations, I couldn't help but feel grateful for my friends. Felix and Red were already joking around, making the group laugh and easing any remaining travel stress. I joined in the laughter, feeling carefree and happy.Our first stop was a local restaurant, and I savored every bite of the delicious food. As we ate, we chatted a
The morning of the wedding had finally arrived, and I couldn't believe that the day was finally here. Felix and I had been planning for months, and now it was time for our vision to come to life.As I sat in the makeup chair, surrounded by my bridesmaids, I felt a sense of excitement building inside of me. I had always dreamed of this day, and now it was finally happening.As the makeup artist applied the finishing touches, I caught a glimpse of myself in the mirror. I couldn't believe how beautiful I looked. My hair was styled perfectly, my makeup was flawless, and my dress fit like a glove.But as I looked at my reflection, I couldn't help but feel nervous. This was it - the moment that I had been waiting for my entire life. I knew that everything was going to be perfect, but there was still a small part of me that worried that something might go wrong.Thankfully, my bridesmaids were there to keep me calm and focused. They laughed and joked with me, reminding me that there was noth