Page 50 of Single Mom’s Navy Seals (Claimed by the Alphas #2)

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T he hospital lights hit me hard the moment we step through the sliding glass doors, my vision momentarily overwhelmed by the bright white glare.

Everything feels surreal and detached, my head spinning with exhaustion and the delayed shock of what we’ve just been through.

Eli clings to me, his little arms wrapped securely around my neck, face buried in my shoulder.

Nurses and doctors surround us, and their voices are a mix of urgent commands and gentle reassurances.

All of their faces blur into one another as they usher Eli and me into a private examination room.

The rush of activity is overwhelming, but through it all, I cling to Eli, refusing to let him out of my sight even for a moment.

A nurse with kind eyes and a soft voice approaches us first. “Miss, please, we need to examine both of you. We need you to set your son down, just for a moment.”

“I’m not leaving my son,” I state firmly, voice shaking slightly with raw emotion. “Whatever you have to do, do it with us together.”

Her expression softens, empathy clear on her features. “We’ll keep you both together, I promise. But your…friends out there? Legally, we can’t allow them inside. Only blood or legal family.”

Frustration and anger bubble to the surface, though I know yelling at the nurse won't change hospital policy. Eli shifts nervously in my arms, feeling my agitation. I take a deep breath, steadying myself for his sake, and lower my voice firmly.

“Fine. But my son stays with me in this room. No one separates us, understand?”

She nods, clearly sensing I won’t budge. “Of course.”

They guide me toward a stiff hospital bed, Eli clinging closely to my side. I settle down, holding him securely as doctors and nurses begin to swiftly assess our condition. They prod at us, checking for injuries or trauma. Eli remains glued to my side, eyes wide with worry and lingering fear.

After a moment, a doctor enters the room, clipboard in hand. He smiles gently at Eli, keeping his voice reassuringly calm. “Hello there, you two. I’m Dr. Pavosh.”

“Hello,” I respond politely. Eli peers shyly at the man but doesn’t respond.

“Hey, young man. Are you feeling okay? Did anyone hurt you?”

Eli shakes his head, eyes shining with unshed tears. “No, but I’m scared. I want my daddies. Where are my daddies?”

I stroke his hair gently, murmuring into his ear. “Your daddies will be here soon, Eli. They’re right outside, just waiting to see us. Everything’s going to be okay.”

The doctor shifts his gaze to me. “We’ll check you both thoroughly. Is there anything specific that hurts or that you’re worried about?”

I swallow, shaking my head, anxious eyes never leaving Eli. “Just please, check Eli first. Make sure he’s completely okay.”

The doctor nods gently, signaling the nurse to assist him. They examine Eli. I watch anxiously, heart racing, as they check each part of him thoroughly. Eli remains quiet and cooperative.

Finally, after what feels like an eternity, the doctor looks up with a reassuring smile.

“Physically, he’s perfectly fine. No injuries or trauma have been detected.

Emotionally, he’s obviously shaken, understandably so.

Counseling might be beneficial in the coming days, but physically, he’s unharmed. ”

Relief rushes through me fiercely, so powerful that tears briefly blur my vision. I blink rapidly, squeezing Eli gently.

“Thank you,” I whisper hoarsely. “Is he released now to go to the waiting room?”

The doctor frowns, clearly confused. “Ma’am, we can’t release a child into the waiting room by themselves.”

“His fathers are outside waiting.” I steel myself ready for the judgment. “They’re my partners and our only living family. There’s nothing more to discuss about this.”

An uncomfortable silence briefly fills the room, tension thickening. The nurse and doctor exchange quick glances, their disapproval clear, but wisely remain silent. Finally, the doctor clears his throat, nodding stiffly.

“Very well, I will have a nurse walk Eli to them.”

Eli lifts his head, eyes brightening at the prospect. He looks up at me, excitement and relief mixing in his expression.

“I can go see my daddies?”

I smile, brushing gentle fingers through his hair. “Yes, Eli. Go be with them. They’ll keep you safe, I promise.”

The same nurse, with an empathic smile, steps forward, offering a gentle hand toward Eli. Eli looks briefly unsure, but at my reassuring nod, he cautiously steps away, gripping the nurse’s hand tightly. My heart twists slightly as I watch him leave, relief mixed heavily with aching protectiveness.

Left alone in the room, the quiet feels sudden and oppressive.

Doctors and nurses continue examining me, running multiple tests, drawing blood, and checking meticulously for injuries or internal trauma.

Their voices become a distant hum, blending into meaningless background noise as my mind drifts introspectively.

What happens now? After everything we’ve been through, the chaos and fear, where do we go from here?

My heart tightens anxiously, insecurity whispering in my thoughts.

But I quickly silence that fear, forcing myself firmly to trust in the men I’ve chosen to love.

Liam, Jax, and Cole made it clear where their loyalties lie.

They promised to stay by my side and build a life with Eli and me.

I will just have to take them at their word.

The door opens abruptly, pulling me from my thoughts. The doctor enters again with a clipboard tucked under one arm, expression expertly blank. My heart quickens, anxiety creeping back in at his unreadable demeanor.

“Your test results came back. You are also uninjured, though there is a slight knot on the back of your head. I don’t believe you have a concussion, but should you notice anything strange in the coming weeks, come back.

” He pauses and looks down at his clipboard, a frown on his face for a brief second before it is pushed away.

“And finally, you’re two weeks pregnant. Congratulations, I suppose.”

Shock washes over me, breath catching in my throat. My heart pounds, disbelief and joy mingling within me. The doctor’s eyes narrow, judgment barely concealed behind a barely professional mask.

“Would you like to inform the father, assuming you know who that might be?” he asks coldly.

My jaw tightens, anger replacing my shock. Refusing to rise to his obvious bait, I keep my voice firm and steady. “Am I cleared to leave now?”

The doctor nods, clearly displeased by my refusal to react. “Yes, you’re cleared.”

Without another word, I gather my things, heart racing as I leave the room behind. Joy bubbles fiercely within me, tempered slightly by lingering anxiety and disbelief. Pregnant. The word echoes gently in my mind, filling me with cautious hope and fierce determination.

I step swiftly into the waiting room, and immediately, Liam, Cole, Jax, and Eli rush forward, crowding around me.

“Mommy!” Eli whispers, small arms tightening around my neck. “I missed you.”

“I missed you, too, baby,” I whisper gently, pressing a tender kiss to his forehead.

Jax gently brushes hair from my face, concern shining clearly in his eyes. “Are you okay?”

I stare at him for a second, then take in Liam and Cole. Before I can stop it, the words are out of my mouth. “I love you all.”

All three of them freeze, taken aback, but Jax is the first to react, pulling me into a tight hug that presses Eli between us.

He whispers in my ear, “I love you more than my own life.”

I feel hands and arms surround me, and I get my sweet love proclamation from my other two men. Eli stays happily sandwiched between us and announces, “I love my family so much.”

“Me too, buddy,” I smile widely at him.

Liam steps closer, voice quiet but firm. “Come on, everyone, let’s go home.”

“Home sounds perfect.”

We walk together from the hospital, steps lighter than they’ve been in months. Despite the exhaustion lingering in my bones, hope fills me fiercely, determination strengthening with every step forward. Our future stretches beautifully ahead, bright with possibility and promise.

As we step into the cool night air, I feel a gentle peace settling within me. Our family has survived everything thrown our way, stronger and more united than ever before.

Home, safety, love—our journey has finally led us exactly where we belong.