Elara's POV
I held Mia close. Something in me finally settled.
I told her I'd keep fighting. Not just to be a mom she could be proud of. A mom who could save her life too.
"I just want you to be happy," she said. "I want you to have your own life. You give up too much for me."
I held her tighter. My eyes burned.
"I know, baby. I will."
The next morning, I asked Damien to check on the embryo culture. He told me it had worked. He'd been about to call me with the news himself.
I went straight to the hospital for the transfer. Dr. Merritt was honest with me. Even with the best technology available, she couldn't guarantee the embryo would take. We'd need a week to know. I thanked her and told her I'd follow every instruction and come back for the test.
On my way out, I ran into Margaret
