Chapter 40: A Confusing Joy
Adeline sat in the small, sterile waiting room of the hospital, her mind a whirlwind of emotions. The scent of disinfectant was sharp in the air, mingling with the low murmur of voices and the occasional beep of medical equipment. She fidgeted with her fingers, glancing anxiously at the clock on the wall. William's words echoed in her mind: *"You're pregnant."*
She still couldn't believe it. Could it really be true? She needed to hear it from a doctor, to have a definitive answer. The uncertainty gnawed at her.
"Miss Adeline?" a nurse called, breaking her thoughts.
Adeline stood up, smoothing down her blouse as she followed the nurse to an examination room. The walls were a calming pale blue, and a framed picture of a serene beach scene hung above the examin
