Emma
Nurse Pauline tightened the cuff around my arm, eyes narrowing at the screen.
“I don’t have any cramps or signs yet,” I said, watching her face. “Should I wait for something before going to the clinic?”
“No,” she replied with a small frown. “Your BP is slightly high. Are you sure you slept well last night?”
“I tried,” I murmured. My body felt like it weighed a thousand kilos as I pushed myself up and walked slowly toward the bathroom.
“Well, there’s no need to delay,” Pauline continued. “Your doctors are already on standby. And I heard Dr. Leighton will be at the clinic today. Apparently, he’s very… close with your twins’ parents.”
I didn’t respond. I just pulled off my nightwear, my mind too full.
“Do you need help?” Pauline asked from behind.
I shook my head. “I’m good, than
