Chapter 108

Layla was still clinging to him even when they stepped into the doctor's office. She couldn't help remembering how he had comforted her earlier.

It was very nice, especially after the tension in the car. Her heart felt a little lighter and she could face whatever news the doctor would give her because he was right next to her.

What am I thinking? It's like we are a real couple.

"Alpha Davian," the doctor said as soon as they walked in. "Layla, it's good to see you again."

"Hello doctor," she said and walked closer to the desk.

The office was divided into two sections. One side held a bed that was covered in baby blue sheets. A curtain of similar color separated it from the rest of the room.

Davian pulled the chair for her and she mumbled her thanks with a smile as she sat down. He sat down next to her, placing his arm on the armrest so it slightly brushed hers.

"How do you feel?" The doctor asked.

The doctor clasped her hands and placed them on the desk. On the desk sat a computer, a file, a mug of fresh coffee, and a calendar with the caption 'drink water daily'.

She was the same doctor who had been in charge of Layla while she was in the hospital after the accident. Her light brown hair was tied into a low bun and a pair of glasses sat on her face.

"Pretty good," Layla replied. "The injuries are all healed and there is no more pain."

"Wonderful news," she replied, taking her hands off the table and typing on the computer. "I'd like to do some tests in the meantime and a scan. Though it is a little too early; by your eighth week would be ideal but because of the accident, I'd like to check to make sure nothing is wrong."

"Oh," Layla said and her face fell. "Do you think there is something wrong?" She placed her hand on her stomach before she realized.

To think she hadn't been too keen about the pregnancy but now, the idea of something happening to the baby tore at her heart. She wouldn't be able to forgive herself as the accident was her fault.

"Do you feel off?" She asked, paying full attention to Layla as she took her hands off the computer.

"No," she said, shaking her head.

"Nausea?"

"No."

"Tender breasts?"

Layla leaned back on the seat, her eyes darting towards Alpha Davian before looking at the doctor. "Well, a little."

The doctor narrowed her eyes for a moment. "Would you prefer Alpha Davian steps outside so you can speak to me freely?"

"No, I am fine with him here."

"Are you sure?" Davian asked.

Layla turned her gaze to him. She was used to dealing with things all by herself and frankly, a part of her wanted to carry on as usual. Trusting people came at a price.

However, she didn't want to have to deal with this alone. She knew how scary pregnancy was and she was terrified that she was doing something wrong that would impact the baby.

She already had the accident and the doctor was telling her that something might be wrong. She was scared but she knew it would be even worse if he wasn't there.

"I am sure," she said with heavy eyes. "Please don't leave."

Davian's face softened and he covered her arm with his palm. "I wouldn't dare. Carry on, Doctor Winifred."

"Yes, Alpha Davian. Tender breasts and nausea are expected symptoms. There are also a lot more symptoms that come with pregnancy. However, heavy bleeding is a major concern. Spotting, however, isn't unless it is accompanied by pain. Pain in any form is a cause for concern. Have you gotten any of these concerning symptoms?"

Layla shook her head a little hard. "No. I have been sleeping more though and eating."

"That's very good," she replied typing into the computer. "Make sure you eat a balanced diet and drink a lot of water. I'll tell you more after the test results."

"Would we have to wait long?" Davian asked.

"No. The blood test shouldn't take too long. You can do the scan while we wait for it."

Layla listened to the doctor while nodding. She couldn't help the anxiety that filled her throat but Davian's hand on her arm made things much easier.

For the scan, she had to go to a different room where a cold sticky liquid was rubbed all over her stomach while she lay on her back.

The doctor was a young omega with bright eyes and he spoke nicely as he walked her through the procedure. He seemed conscious of Davian who stood imposingly but he still managed to do his job properly.

After smearing the liquid, he pulled the machine closer. It was as tall as he was with a screen at the top. Hanging off the side of the machine was an instrument with a rope that oddly looked like a bulb.

He took the curved tip and began to move it around her stomach, digging in with it. It was more uncomfortable than painful.

Images appeared on the screen as the probe moved around her stomach. Layla tried to see but she couldn't move too much lest she interrupt his work.

"All done," he said and he took away the dull grey probe from her stomach. He then handed her wipes to clean herself.

Davian walked closer to her without asking if he could approach and took the wipes to help her. She blushed as his warm hands rubbed all over her very cold stomach.

"Can we leave?" He suddenly asked, pulling Layla’s top down.

The young omega jumped and Layla glared at Davian. He didn't have to speak so harshly.

"Y-yes. I'll send the scan right to the doctor."

"Let me help you out of the bed," he said to Layla without acknowledging the young doctor. With her in his arms, they exited the ultrasound room.