A Step Closer to Their Miracle

The next morning, as Ryan was getting ready for work, Ashley approached him with a request. "Hey, I'm gonna head to Erica's to see the baby when you're at work, can you pick me up on your way home?" Ryan nodded, giving her a gentle kiss on the cheek. "Of course, I'll pick you up whenever you're ready." Ashley smiled, feeling grateful for Ryan's support. She quickly got dressed and headed out to Erica's house. Ryan dropped her off and headed to work, leaving Ashley to spend some quality time with her sister and the baby. As Ashley arrived at Erica's house, she couldn't wait to see her adorable niece, Molly. She walked up to the door, rang the bell, and Erica welcomed her with a warm smile. Ashley went inside, and Erica handed her Molly, who was giggling and cooing in her arms. Ashley hugged her tightly, feeling her heart melt with love. "I'm so glad you could come visit," Erica said, as Ashley sat down on the couch with Molly snuggled up in her arms. "I've been meaning to ask you, how did the tests go yesterday?" Ashley filled Erica in on the details, from the ultrasound to the blood tests, and Erica listened attentively. Just as they were chatting, Ryan called Ashley to let her know that he was on his way to pick her up. Ashley said goodbye to Erica and Molly, and headed out to the car. Ryan was waiting for her, a smile on his face as he welcomed her back into the car. As they drove home, Ashley couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement and hope. They were one step closer to finding out what was going on with her fertility, and she was eager to get the results. Ryan seemed to sense her emotions, and he reached out to take her hand as they drove. When they arrived home, they both felt a sense of relief wash over them. They had a quiet evening ahead of them, and they decided to make the most of it. As soon as they walked in the door, Ryan pulled Ashley into his arms, and they shared a passionate kiss. Their lips parted, and Ryan whispered, "I love you, Ashley." Ashley's heart skipped a beat as she replied, "I love you too, Ryan." In that moment, they both knew what they wanted. They wanted to try for their baby, to take a chance and see if they could conceive. Without another word, they made their way to the bedroom, their hearts beating as one. They made love, their passion and love for each other fueling their desire to start a family. As they lay in each other's arms afterwards, Ashley felt a sense of peace wash over her. They had taken a step closer to their miracle, and she knew that no matter what the future held, they would face it together.