82. Hummingbirds

Aaron rushed back to the hospital, feeling a sense of urgency propelling him forward. As he reached his wife's room, he encountered a chaotic scene. Alastair's bodyguards were stationed outside, their serious expressions indicating the seriousness of the situation.

Feeling his heart race with anticipation, Aaron understood what was happening. Alissa was in labor. The realization washed over him, filling him with a blend of excitement and nervousness.

Aaron stood outside the door, his heart pounding with anticipation, waiting for it to swing open so he could catch a glimpse of Alissa and perhaps their newborn child.

As minutes turned into hours, Aaron's anxiety grew. He watched as doctors hurried in and out of the room, their faces masked with concentration. Yet, despite their efforts, there was still no sign of a baby.

Each passing moment felt like an eternity, and Aaron's nerves were stretched thin as he paced the corridor, his mind consumed with worry for Alissa and their unborn chi