Chapter 175: A Scare and Support

I was in the middle of organizing a new art exhibit at the gallery when my phone rang. Glancing at the caller ID, I saw Rachel's name flash across the screen. Smiling, I picked up, expecting to hear about her day or some amusing anecdote. But her voice, trembling and panicked, shattered my calm. "Lily, something's wrong. I need your help," she gasped. "Rachel, what's happened?" I asked, my heart rate spiking. "It's the baby. I'm having sharp pains and I'm bleeding. Mike's taking me to the hospital. Can you meet us there?" Her voice was strained with fear. "Of course, I'm on my way," I replied, grabbing my bag and rushing out of the gallery, quickly texting Jason to let him know. The drive to the hospital felt interminable, though it was only a few miles away. My mind raced with worst-case scenarios, but I forced myself to stay calm. Rachel needed me to be strong right now. When I arrived, I found Mike pacing in the waiting room, his face ashen with worry. He looked up as I approac