Aurora and the Heart of Magic

AURORA’S POV

I drew in a long, deep breath before pushing open the glass door.

“Miss Aurora, please be seated. Dr. Dixon will join you in a moment.” The tall, lanky assistant muttered and walked out of the door, leaving me all alone.

My heart pounded against my ribs. I gripped the arm of the chair tightly as I studied my surroundings to keep myself distracted.

The office was just like a gynecologist's office should be—jet white walls with charts of babies and fetuses at various stages. A particular image of a beautiful baby girl caught my eye.

I had always loved babies, but after Leonard's betrayal, I had stayed away from any serious relationships.

“Ah! Ms. Aurora… right on time, I see. Your reports are here.” A sweet yet firm voice sounded in the room, drawing my attention.

I turned my head in the direction of the voice to find my charming and energetic doctor standing with a smile.

I chewed my lower lip and asked in a shaking voice, “And…”

Her lips formed a thin line, and she said in a somber tone, “You are indeed pregnant.”

I felt like a bolt of lightning had struck me. My voice wavered as I said, “How… how is this possible. I am on the pill.”

“Pills are not fail-proof, Aurora.”

“Are you sure there has been no mistake?”

“I have all the reports here. You can see them for yourself.” The doctor said handing me a blue file.

I turned the pages of the file and read through it as fast as possible. My heart sank as I saw the word ‘positive’ printed on the result. I kept staring at it for a long time as if it would change magically.

“You are still in the early stage of pregnancy. You still have a choice. I suggest that you think about it and meet me again next Friday.” Dr. Dixon said in a reassuring voice.

I nodded my head and trudged out of the office wordlessly. I took out my phone and was about to call Michael when something was sprayed on my face.

“What the hell!” I cursed as I shielded my face with the file. A pungent smell assaulted my nose, and I started feeling dizzy.

Wiping the moisture on my face, I opened my eyes slowly, but my vision had become bleary. The file in my hand slipped to the ground, and my body swayed.

 I gripped the nearby chair for support, but the spinning sensation intensified, and before I knew it, I had passed out.

***

When I woke up, I found myself in a luxurious bedroom with a poster bed, soft mattress, exquisite paintings, and dressing table. It looked more like a suite in a five-star hotel than a bedroom.

My heart skipped a beat when the realization dawned on me. Hadn’t I fainted? How did I get here?

Jumping to my feet, I looked around warily. My heart pounded against my ribs as I turned the doorknob. I let out a sigh of relief when it opened.

I found myself standing in a rather long corridor. There were several rooms on the left side of the corridor while the right side was fenced with a wooden barrier. Overlooking the long corridor was a large hall with plush couches, thick carpets, antique artworks, and magnificent chandeliers.

I walked along the corridor as if in a trance. Every inch of the mansion screamed grandeur.

My steps came to a halt in front of a room after hearing some voices.

“Time to find out how I got here,” I muttered as I walked into the room.