ASHLEY'S P. O V

“Twelve weeks pregnant..” I echoed in a hollow voice, repeating the doctor's words.

Doctor Liam nodded, glancing between me and the monitor.

“Try to relax, Ashley.” He said, gesturing to the monitor where my heart rate was climbing. The rhythmic beeping had turned frantic. “Your heart is racing.”

I brought a hand to my throat, rubbing the tightness there. “I think you're mistaken, Sir”

Doctor Liam gave me a soft smile. “Those were your cousin's exact ...