Celina walked out of the doctor’s office on unsteady legs, her heart pounding violently against her ribs. Every word from the gynecologist echoed in her mind like a hammer shattering fragile glass:

“One month and three days.”

“We need to schedule your prenatal appointments.”

She slid into her car on autopilot, slamming the door shut. Her hands trembled so badly she had to grip the steering wheel just to steady herself. But instead of starting the engine, she lowered her head and pressed her f