The Epilogue (Trinity Academy Book 5) by Michelle Heard

Author:Michelle Heard [Heard, Michelle]
Language: eng
Format: azw3, epub
Publisher: MA Heard
Published: 2020-03-31T00:00:00+00:00

Chapter 6

Mason

‘My mom didn’t survive having me.’

The words keep playing over and over in my head as we drive to Mr. Hunt’s practice.

“I don’t know how to tell my Dad,” Kingsley murmurs from the passenger seat. “I haven’t even had time to process this.”

The moment Kingsley reminded me that her mom died during childbirth, I dragged her out of the dorm and stuffed her into my car.

“I’ll tell your dad,” I bite the words out. “Right now, it’s important to find out everything about your mom’s death so I can make sure you get the best care.”

I won’t lose Kingsley.

I can’t.

By the time we pull up to the building, I feel sick to my stomach. I park the car and quickly get out. Jogging around the front, I get to the passenger side as Kingsley opens the door. I place my arm around her and pull her closer as we walk inside.

When the receptionist sees Kingsley, a wide smile spreads over her face. “Hey, Kingsley, you’re in luck. A patient just left, and your father has ten minutes. You can go through.”

We walk down the short hallway, and Kingsley slowly pushes open the door to the office. “Hey, Dad.”

Mr. Hunt’s head snaps up, and a smile instantly forms around his mouth. He gives us both a puzzled look. “This is an unexpected but nice surprise.”

When he gets up from behind his desk, his eyes lock on Kingsley’s face, and the smile around his mouth becomes a frown. “What’s wrong?”

I’ve never been one to beat around the bush, and I’m not about to start. “Kingsley just found out she’s pregnant.”

Shock registers on his face, and he opens and closes his mouth a couple of times. He sits back down and then asks, “Is this good news or bad news?”

“Dad?” Kingsley asks, a look of confusion settling on her face. “What do you mean?”

“Well, do you want the child? I don’t know if I should congratulate you or not.”

“Ahh…” Kingsley glances up at me, and I can see she’s at a total loss.

“It was a good thing until Kingsley reminded me her mother died giving birth to her. I don’t want the same thing to happen to Kingsley,” I explain.

“Oh.” The word is a mere whisper, but then Mr. Hunt’s eyes widen with understanding, and he darts up from his chair. “Tiger, no.” He closes the distance to Kingsley and takes hold of her shoulders. “Your mom had lupus, and it caused preeclampsia.”

He pulls her into an embrace, which has me stepping back so they can have the moment.

When he lets her go, he adds, “You’re healthy, Tiger. The world has also advanced a lot. I would’ve told you sooner if I knew you’d be worried.”

Kingsley manages a trembling smile through her tears. “It’s a relief.”

Mr. Hunt begins to smile. “Is congratulations in order then?”

Kingsley’s face crumbles again, and she quickly covers it with both hands, while groaning, “I don’t know.”

I place my hand on her shoulder and turn her to me. “Hey, as long as you’re healthy, we have nothing to worry about.

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