No More Mrs. Forgotten novel Chapter 6

Sharon took the water and drank, but before she could answer, Hayley suddenly asked, "Are you... pregnant?"

Sharon nearly dropped the glass, quickly denying it. "No. I... just had a stomach bug the last couple of days!"

"Oh." Hayley nodded, then added, "We have stomach medicine. I'll go get it for you."

She immediately turned to fetch the first aid kit.

Panicking slightly, Sharon set the glass down and hurried after her.

Hayley pulled out the medical box. "For nausea and dry heaving... take this one, this one, and this one. Oh, and antibiotics too, to clear up any infection. It's probably gastroenteritis."

She pressed the pills into Sharon's hand. "Mom will get you some water."

Sharon put the medicine down on the table and grabbed her arm. "I don't need it, Mom. It's just a minor bug, no need for medication. I took some earlier and I'm already feeling better."

Hayley eyed her suspiciously. "Are you sure? You should still take something, especially since you're throwing up."

Sharon shook her head. "I really don't need it. I don't want to take anything."

Hayley didn't force the issue. "Alright then. But if you throw up again, you have to take the meds, or we're going to the hospital."

Sharon nodded. "Okay."

...

Two days passed in a flash.

Caleb and Emeline were scheduled to return tomorrow. Everyone knew by now, including the older generation.

Even Hayley had cried for a good while, lamenting how a boy as wonderful as Caleb could be taken so soon. Fate was truly cruel.

Truth be told, Caleb had left a lasting impression on the Nash family. He had never hidden his affection for Sharon. He pursued her openly, even declaring his intentions right in front of her parents.

And he was always respectful, with impeccable character and perfect boundaries. No one could fault him for anything. Both of Sharon's parents had adored him.

Sharon lowered her eyes. Heh, what was she expecting?

Hayley sat down as well, and York finally spoke. "Caleb and Emeline are arriving tomorrow. Sharon and I need to go receive them, so I came to take her home today so we can head out together in the morning."

Hayley's eyes welled up again, and she nodded. "Yes, of course. You both need to be there for him tomorrow."

Since Caleb was of the younger generation, tomorrow's reception would mainly involve his peers, along with Caleb's parents. Hayley and her husband would attend the formal funeral later.

Perhaps thinking of the unimaginable grief Reuben and Paula must be enduring—losing their son in the prime of his life—or maybe remembering how deeply Caleb had cared for Sharon, Hayley shed a few tears.

"Please..." she instructed Sharon, "Make sure you comfort his parents."

Sharon's emotions surged as well. She nodded through her tears. "I know."

As she spoke, her hand instinctively moved to rest on her abdomen, her brow furrowing slightly.