Marcus felt his heart soften at the gesture.

He bent down, his hand resting gently on Melissa's still-flat stomach, considering the possibility of new life. Gazing at her lovingly, he whispered, "You've had quite the appetite lately. Could it be because we're expecting?"

Melissa, feeling a rush of embarrassment, hid her face in his embrace.

Marcus looked at her gently, a softness in his eyes.

New to the situation, he suggested with urgency, "We should head to the hospital now!"