Turning Of The Tide (Natalie and Trevon) novel Chapter 585

In the blink of an eye, half a month had passed.

During this time, Frank was constantly by Ava's side, rarely leaving her alone. At night, while waiting for her to fall asleep, he would send messages to Grace, seeking help with handling some company matters.

Tomorrow is the start of school, and before that, Frank planned to take the little girl for a comprehensive check-up at the medical center.

Bright and early, Frank accompanied Ava to the medical center, where they initiated a series of examinations, including blood tests, urine analysis, and an ultrasound.

As Frank perused the extensive list of tests, his brow furrowed in concern, examining each item meticulously. It wasn't until Ava underwent the blood draw that his expression turned grim. With each tube of blood drawn from the young girl's arm and deposited into the nurse's collection box, Frank's face darkened. He looked pained, his heart aching for Ava as he witnessed her discomfort during the procedure.

"Are all of these necessary? Are you sure they're all useful?" Frank blurted out subconsciously.

The nurse, taken aback by the query, instinctively glanced up. Was this person joking? Why would they draw blood if it wasn't necessary, for a keepsake perhaps? However, upholding the medical center's professional decorum, she politely responded, "All these tests are required. Each tube contains samples for different specific examinations."

With that explanation, Frank found himself at a loss for further words. Gently pressing the cotton onto Ava's arm, he helped her up from the seat. Before leaving, he stole one last glance at the five tubes of blood belonging to the young girl, neatly arranged in the box.

Ava observed the furrowed brows of the man around her, feeling quite concerned. "It's okay, it doesn't hurt at all, I don't feel a thing," she reassured him, her worry evident.

Frank remained silent, pressing his lips together, guiding her to proceed with the other tests.

They arrived at the entrance of the ultrasound room.

Both stood there, awaiting the doctor's call from within. Ava, wearing a mask, held Frank's hand, feeling the perspiration in her palm. She hoped fervently that there wouldn't be any issues with the child. She was overly anxious, hoping to avoid any unforeseen complications. Sensing her tension, Frank noticed, gently squeezing her neck and softly rubbing it to comfort her. "Don't be nervous, I'll be with you inside," he reassured.

"But isn't it only for ladies?" Ava tried to force a smile, pointing at the few words embarrassedly written at the door.

"We have permission," Frank asserted seriously. "For a wife's examination, the husband can accompany. What kind of rule is that? Moreover, this is our own place."

During their conversation, a couple emerged from the room—a well-off pair, judging by their attire adorned with luxury brands from head to toe: designer clothes, bags, and shoes.

When Ava's turn arrived, Frank indeed walked in with her. Inside the ultrasound room, the hospital staff noticed Frank but didn't immediately ask him to leave. Frank completely disregarded the two doctors, assisting Ava as she lay on the bed.

After a brief moment of confusion, the doctor spoke up, "Could you help your girlfriend take off one leg of her pants?"

Ava, who had already educated herself on this procedure, knew that the purpose of the ultrasound was to determine if the pregnancy was intrauterine or ectopic, single or multiple, and to measure the size of the gestational sac.

Cooperating, Ava began to unfasten her pants. Frank assisted, and though she felt a bit embarrassed, the difference between removing one leg or the whole garment didn't seem substantial.

After they finished, Frank calmly clarified, "She's not my girlfriend, she's my wife."

The doctor glanced up at Frank, also wearing a mask, and paused for a few seconds.

Then, looking at Ava, also masked, the doctor reassured her, "There's nothing to be embarrassed about. This is a necessary part of being a mother. The more tests you undergo, the more accustomed you'll become."

Speaking in a casual, almost conversational tone, the doctor seemed nonchalant, likely accustomed to such situations.

"Relax, don't be nervous. Keep your abdomen relaxed, don't tense up. Clench both your hands into fists and place them under your buttocks," the doctor instructed Ava.

Following the instructions, Ava complied. Frank, concerned about her, subtly tightened his grip to assist, but the doctor intervened, "Her position is quite standard. As a husband, you also need to relax. The two babies are both in good condition. You haven't had an ultrasound before, I assume?"

Two babies?

Ava didn't catch onto this detail; she merely heard the term "ultrasound" and shook her head in confirmation, "I've only had blood tests."

However, Frank, squinting at the screen, couldn't help but ask, "Two?"

As the doctor tidied up, the receptionist next to them was still inputting data. The doctor gestured to Frank to assist Ava in putting her pants back on. "Get dressed. It's twins. Twins are good, you get two babies while only experiencing the pain once."

"Take the paperwork. Remember the follow-up checks; the doctor should have noted the schedule for each checkup," the doctor added.

Neither Ava nor Frank had fully grasped the mention of twins. Even with one child, Ava was already quite anxious; the prospect of two made Frank start to worry.

Seeing that neither of them had taken the paperwork, the doctor shook the papers abruptly, creating a jarring sound. "Speechless with surprise! Twins are rare. Take this, and take your time to accept it. Both of you seem stunned. Follow the doctor's advice."

Frank regained his composure and expressed gratitude, "Thank you," taking the paperwork and guiding Ava out of the examination room.

If it weren't for the rustling of the papers, his excitement might have been less noticeable.

Internally, a myriad of emotions surged within. Excitement, surprise, concern, and anticipation, all blended together and flooded their chests, rendering them speechless.

Exiting the examination room, the two remained momentarily silent, simply locking eyes. As they gazed at each other, Ava broke into a smile. Initially planning to give birth to just one child for Frank, she was now faced with the delightful surprise of expecting twins.