Forever Yours

Chapter 16

Burr's POV
Much to Alex and John's dismay, I didn't stay the night with everyone. They had something I wanted, family.

Sure I have Theo but God do I miss Theodosia. I promised to never remarry and fall in love for we were soulmates. I still remember the day she died.

~Flashback~

"Aaron, honey. Be a dear and bring me a towel." My wife shouted from our bedroom. I was currently in my office so I got up and got her one. When I walked in, I noticed her lower half soaked.

"Theodosia! Your water broke. We have to go to the hospital." She nodded and tried to sit up. "Let me help you."

I helped her into the car and whileI was driving, she grabbed my hand and squeezed it tightly. "Aaron, it hurts. Really badly." Tears fell from her eyes as I pulled into the labor and delivery part of the hospital.

"Ssh. Breathe baby. Breathe." I fetched a nurse and they took her back immediately. She was hooked up to wires and fluids when a doctor yelled out.

"She's 10cm dilated. Alright Mrs.Burr, you're giving birth okay." She nodded and I caressed her hand. After a long, painful time if her pushing, my daughter was born. I noticed she was covered in blood.

"Her vitals are dropping! Prepare CPR. Stop all fluids now."

"Sir her blood pressure and heart rate are dropping. She's losing blood vaginally. Quickly may I add." My world stopped. No. This can't be happening.

"Aaron." Theodosia spoke yet it came out as a whisper. I walked beside her and kissed her head before holding her hand. "I have to go. I love you and our daughter so much. My love take your time. I love you Aaron." The moniter drew a long flat line and made a everlasting beep.

"Time of death, 9:17pm. I'm so sorry sir." I cried while another nurse tapped my arm.

"I believe someone would like to see you." She placed a small dark skinned girl in my arms and smiled. "I can show you to a room if you'd like."

"Please." She nodded and we walked to a residential area near the pediatric ward. Using a key, she unlocked a door and when I stepped inside I felt relieved.

"The bathroom is right there. Bed is there. The cafeteria is on level 2 and there is a small coffee shop on level 3. I'll leave you two alone. Don't hesitate to call if you need something." She smiled and left the room.

I sat down with my daughter in my arms. "You look so much like your mother. I think I'll name you Theodosia. Your mom would have loved it." I placed a soft kiss to her forehead and soon the nurse walked back in.

"She's a beauty. I brought some documents you need to sign as well as a feeding chart since your wife is no longer alive."

"Thank you so much. May I ask what's your name?"

"Oh, I'm Dolly. Dolly Madison." She held her hand out and I shook it. She smiled and sat beside me helping me hold Theo properly. Her pager buzzed and she got up to take it.

"Hi Princess. I love you so much." I kissed her nose and her eyes fluttered. "Mhm you're so pretty." I kissed her once more and layed back on the couch. "My pride and joy."