After a moment, the doctor added, “However, with the advancements in medical techniques in recent years, there's a pathway for safer pregnancies under our care. Early fetal protection and delivering the baby here at Mercy Hospital could offer a reasonable chance for success."

Seeing Holden lost in thought, the doctor asked, “Are you considering going ahead with the pregnancy?"

It was then that Holden, still processing the information, asked, “How long has she been pregnant?"

The doctor lifted the medical diagnosis form with practiced ease, his eyes briefly scanning the document before he spoke. "It's been almost a whole month now."

After a brief pause, he continued, the clinical tone of his voice softening slightly. "Given that the fetus is still quite small, an abortion can be performed without endangering the mother."