Maxine Pov
I was sitting in the small kitchen area of my room, savoring the meal that Ella had brought over. The food was good, but I couldn't help but notice that she seemed distant and sad, her usually bright character was clouded by something heavy on her mind. I set my plate down, my appetite immediately faded as my concern for my friend grew.
Although I have had almost enough.
"Ella, what's wrong?" I asked gently, watching as she fidgeted with the hem of her dress.
Tears welled up in her eyes, and she took a deep breath before speaking. "Maxine, I've been trying to get pregnant, but it’s not working. I've done everything, but nothing seems to help. It's making me feel like I am not woman enough. I'm worried and no longer comfortable."
I felt a twitch of empathy for her. "Have you
