Elena's POV:

Panic laced in the air, Jessie was rushed to the hospital. As we huddled together, grappling with a mixture of worry and anticipation. Leo's hand trembled, worry etched on his face as he was about to become a father. I squeezed his hand just to serve as an assurance. Damon paced up and down, his eyes glued to the hospital floor. My nervous chatter was a stark contrast to Derek's silent contemplation. My heart pounded as the nurses and doctors whisked Jessie away with urgency in their every move. I glanced at the other silently sharing their concerns. Minutes dragged on like hours, each passing moment filled with...