21 A Calmer Alpha

After thinking for a moment, “Steve… I need to think about this first. Can I go to see the doctor some other day?” Anna asked. “But why, I thought that's what you wanted. Why do you want to go some other day while all is set? This is supposed to be good news to you and you should not be looking for excuses!” He argued. “I know, but…” she said and then suddenly she went quiet. It was evident she didn't want to go to the hospital the next day. She had her reasons which she wasn’t sure Steve would listen to. It was late and Anna was still contemplating whether to leave the room or stay. Steve on the other hand was acting more gently. Though he didn't like how she was conducting herself, he remained calm, and even after saying she would not go the next day, he remained cool. Steve watched Anna checking through the doctor's note and observed her reaction, this time more keenly than the first time. He wanted to know what it was that was making her not want to go see