Running numerous red lights, Austin hastily rushed to the hospital. He grabbed anyone he could find, frantically asking about Nora. It wasn't until he reached the operating room that Austin finally calmed down. He stared numbly at the door of the operating room, his face pale as if the surrounding air had frozen. His footsteps became heavy and weighed down.

The crying of a baby brought Austin's attention back. He pressed against the door, a mix of relief and anticipation in his ...