The Shocking Discovery
One afternoon, Clara found Emma sobbing in her room, clutching a pregnancy test. “It’s positive,” Emma whispered. Clara’s heart stopped. The idea seemed impossible—Emma wasn’t sexually active. Shock turned to confusion, then to desperation. “This doesn’t make sense,” Clara muttered, her hands trembling. They went back to Dr. Leslie’s office, demanding answers. Emma avoided eye contact, too mortified to speak. Leslie appeared calm, but her nonchalant demeanor only deepened Clara’s growing suspicion.
Leslie’s Cryptic Confession
When pressed, Leslie finally admitted to administering a hormonal treatment instead of the flu shot. “It’s an innovative vaccine to prevent future reproductive health issues,” she explained. Clara was livid. “Without consent? How could you?” Leslie defended her actions as being “in Emma’s best interest,” insisting she’d followed medical advancements. The explanation didn’t sit well with Clara, whose trust in Leslie crumbled. Emma felt betrayed by the one person she thought would always protect her.