I woke up feeling utterly exhausted. The night had been a struggle, with restless dreams gradually turning into haunting nightmares that seemed to follow me even as I woke. The weight of the experience lingered, and I couldn’t shake off the unsettling feeling. I couldn’t help but wish I hadn’t encountered that mysterious old woman; her presence seemed to have brought an unwelcome twist to my sleep.

Letting out a deep sigh, I finally managed to peel myself out of bed. Today held a significant event – my very first ultrasound appointment. I was fortunate to have the support of Cher, Alex, and Ace, who were accompanying me. Their presence...