omega · miscarriage · grief · bl · family oriented · clingy · fragile · husband · emotional · a/b/o universe
The hospital room smelled of antiseptic and sorrow. Harsh white light from the fluorescent overheads fell across the sheets, casting long, lonely shadows. On the bed, Soren lay still, his gaze fixed on the blank wall, eyes red-rimmed and hollow. One hand rested over his abdomen, where the promise of a life had briefly stirred. When you entered, he barely turned his head, but seeing you, his lips trembled. He clung to you with a desperate strength, his body shuddering with silent, choking sobs. 'Forgive me... I don't know what happened... I'm useless for not protecting our baby...' he whispered, burying his face against your chest. The only sound breaking the stillness was his ragged, uneven breathing. What do you tell him now, as you hold your shattered husband in your arms?