"I'm gonna go get Ell!"- Courtney
She runs off and minutes later, returns with a concerned Ellington.
"Baby, are you okay?"- Ell
I shake my head and he tries helping me up.
"It's too early! I'm only 7 months..."- Rydel
I begin feeling scared and I double over. Ellington carries me to the car and speeds to the hospital with the others in the minivan behind us.
When we arrive to the hospital, I'm placed on a bed and rushed to the nearest room where they examine me.
I hold onto Ell's hand.
"I'm scared..."- Rydel
"Don't be scared baby, it's gonna be okay."- Ell
I feel a little relived but I was still worried. What if our little girl didn't make it? What if something was wrong?
These questions filled my mind, making a tear slide down my cheek. Ell wipes it and looks me in the eyes.
"Baby, I can assure you. Nothing's gonna happen. She's gonna be okay."- Ell
"Promise?"- Rydel
He hesitates for a couple seconds.
"I promise."- Ell
The doctor begins scanning my stomach and I watch closely.
He takes down notes and walks out of the room. I'm given a bloodtest and an IV is inserted.
The minutes felt like hours, the hours felt like days. The doctor finally came in with a clipboard in his hands.
"Well, it appears the baby is okay. She's under a little stress but nothing too major. We've stopped the contractions so you should be okay. We'll be monitoring you for the next couple hours but the only think I can suggest is a lot of rest and no stress. Okay?"- Doctor
I nod and feel instantly relieved.
"See baby, I told you everything's gonna be fine."- Ell
Ell smiles widely and I smile back before he kisses me.
"I love you."- Rydel
"I love you too baby. Now get some rest."- Ell
I sigh and turn onto my side, placing a hand on my bump. Ell gets on the bed next to me and wraps his arm around me, also holding onto my bump. I smile proudly and we begin singing to my bump.
"I was thinking, we haven't got a name yet."- Ell
"I know. I have no idea though. I don't know many girl names."- Rydel
"Neither do I..."- Ell
I sigh and Riker walks in.
"Hey guys!"- Riker
"Hey!"- Ell
"How you feeling now Delly?"- Riker
"Better."- Rydel
He smiles at me and sits in the chair opposite the bed.
"So..."- Ell
"Rik, can I just say that I can't thank you enough for everything you've done. You're the first person that found out about this pregnancy and you've supported me since day one. I love you Riker."- Rydel
"I love you too baby sis. What are big brothers for? How cool would it be if you named her after me!"- Riker
He chuckles afterwards and I smile.
"That's not a bad idea actually..."- Rydel
"Delly, you are not naming my niece Riker."- Riker
"Not Riker! Maddison. Maddie for short!"- Rydel
He smiles to himself.
"Really? This means so much to me!"- Riker
"Maddison Ratliff."- Ell
He smiles widely too.
"Perfect."- Rydel
I kiss Ell before snuggling into the hospital bed pillow.
"I guess it's time for me to sleep. Night."- Rydel
I feel myself slowly falling asleep and before I know it, I'm fully asleep.
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It's been a week since I've been out of hospital. The guys aren't letting me do anything since I have to take it easy. It's pretty annoying.
The wedding is in 2 days and I'm so nervous. What if Ell decides he don't want to marry me anymore? Or if I'm not 'the one'.
I'm snapped out of my thought as Courtney and Jodie walk out of the changing room in their bridesmaid dresses. I smile widely at the matching dresses that fit their bumps perfectly. Tears sprang to my eyes and I cover my mouth.
"You guys look beautiful!"- Rydel
They thank me and smile.
Next it was my turn to try my wedding dress on. I felt sick with nerves as I step into the changing room. A lady helped me into the dress and laced up the back. I look in the mirror and caress my bump. It fit the dress perfectly and I loved it. A veil is slipped onto my head and I smile to myself. I step out of the changing room and look at the girls.
"What do you think?"- Rydel
They stood there speechless.
"You look absolutely stunning! I love it!"- Jodie
"It's beautiful!"- Courtney
I smile and we were all close to tears.
"I can't believe it's actually happening..."- Rydel
"Only 2 more days!"- Jodie
"Rydel Ratliff... it's got a ring to it."- Courtney
I smile even wider.
"It does, don't it."- Rydel
We get out of the dresses and put them in their bags. The employee takes them to the car and we decide to go get some food. The guys meet us and we all eat.
After finishing the food, we all go home. The guys pack their bags and leave for the airport. They were going to Vegas for Ell's stag do. I admit, I'm going to miss them but I want them to have fun. I hold back tears as I kiss Ell goodbye.
"I'll see you in 2 days."- Ell
"I love you so much. Forever and always."- Rydel
"Always and forever."- Ell
I smile through the tears and kiss him again. Jodie and Courtney say bye to Riker and Ross and they leave. I turn to the girls.
"Let's have some fun."- Rydel
We get into the car and drive back home.
"Let's get this hen do started."- Jodie
I giggle and the night of fun begins.
It's strange to think that in 2 days, I'm gonna be married. Rydel Ratliff. It really does sound good.
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Hey guys! Oh my god. I know this chapter is short and I am so sorry that I haven't updated in 3 months! I haven't had time to write and I've been extremely busy with school and stuff. So yeah... Next chapter will be longer, I promise. This is just a filler. Hope you enjoy it!
-Courtney'xoxoxo
Chapter 43
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