Till the Ninth Break Do Us Part
"Why are you at the hospital, then? Did you get sick? Are you alright?"
I held up the medical report in my hand and pointed at it. "My wife is pregnant. I'm here with her for a checkup."
Lucy froze for a moment, and then she teared up. "Zack, can you stay and talk to me for a bit?"
As if afraid I'd refuse, she pleaded, "Just a little while."
We sat down together, and for a moment, neither of us knew what to say. Silence stretched between us.
She studied me for a long time before saying, "Zack, you've gained weight. You look well. That puts my mind at ease."