I was in so much pain that I passed out. When I came to, I found myself lying in the back of a car.

“I couldn’t get an ambulance today for some reason,” the assistant said nervously beside me. “Zoe, don’t panic. You and the baby are what matters right now.”

The pain was so sharp it made my vision blur. When I felt something wet underneath me, I thought I’d lost control. The family doctor quickly took off his coat and put it under me.

“Her water’s broken. Please, drive faster!”

“Where’s Hudson Grant?” I asked, my mind slipping away. I’d told him the due date was close, and...