SHORT STORY: A RISK FOR LOVE At the end of a routine antenatal consultation with one of his patients, Dr Bassey cleared his throat and spoke in a mild tone, madam, from the scan and test results there is a high probability for complications during child birth. What exactly is the problem doctor? She stared on with a blank face as Dr Bassey made an attempt to simplify the medical terms associated with her condition; he also requested that she comes in the company of her husband during her next appointment. She could not hide her concerns; her radiant face had turned pale. She had been married for 5 years now. A mother of 2 boys; Ayodeji and Oloruntoyin carrying her third pregnancy and hoped the baby will be her kind. There is no love lost between her and Baba Deji, her husband, confidant, friend and lover. He could tell from the look in her eyes that she was worried. Darling, what is the matter? Was there a long queue of patients at the hospital? She told him what the doctor had said. Put your mind to rest dear, everything will be fine, Okay…….. He said assured. On her next appointment, the couple visited the gynecologist as agreed. His final words, professional advice left them in shock, “Terminating the pregnancy is the best solution. Madam, your safety is my primary concern”. In his earlier analysis, he explained that the other alternative to terminating the pregnancy will put the mother, child survival at 50-50. The couples thanked Dr. bassey and promised to communicate their decision on the next appointment date. They drove home in silence, until Baba Deji broke the silence, Darling, don’t worry, everything will be fine. For him, he had reached a conclusion in his mind, which was, to heed the Doctors advice. His decision was founded on the thought that losing the baby will be great pain but losing his wife or both is unbearable. Later that night, after much emotional talks, surge, he spoke in an emotion laden voice; honey I can’t afford to lose you, our marriage is barely 6 years old. Think of our children Ayodeji and Oloruntoyin. It is in our best interest to take the Doctors advice. You are my support, my best friend, taking the 50 -50 alternative is too much risk to bear. These words did not make her feel any better; he wiped her face as hot tears forced their way down her cheeks. Pulling her close, he whispered, “do this for us, I love you so much”. Her mind was made up, to carry the pregnancy for nine months; it was not an easy decision for her. In her prayers she prayed that if the pregnancy will cost her life, God should spare the baby. I had only known her for few months but the bond of friendship between us had grown strong enough to notice she was disturbed. She shared her concerns with me but did not seek my opinion. If she had continue reading neeksta/editorials/short-story-a-risk-for-love-/
Posted on: Sat, 08 Mar 2014 06:21:07 +0000
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