For the second time that day, Stephanie saw Michael with his back to her, looking out the window lost in his thoughts. She was already settled in the hospital bed, and due to her condition, they hadn't done the CT scan yet, but she had to remain under observation for the next two days. Michael had already called and reassured Stephanie's parents, who would arrive soon.
"Am I fired?" Stephanie dared to ask her boss.
Michael slowly turned around, as if Stephanie's voice had woken him up from a long and deep sleep.
"Fired?" he repeated.
Stephanie nodded.
"No, of course not. You know it's illegal to fire a pregnant woman."
"But then, I will be when my leave ends," said Stephanie, avoiding eye contact with her boss.
Michael didn't reply but approached the bed.
"The doctor shouldn't have
