**Chapter 8: Uncertainty and Doubt**

As David held her close, Daisy felt a mix of emotions swirling inside her. She was grateful for his presence, but a part of her was still hurt and angry. The pain and fear she had been trying to keep at bay began to resurface, and she couldn't help but wonder if David was truly sorry or just saying what he thought she wanted to hear. The hospital room was quiet, with only the occasional beep of a machine breaking the silence. Daisy's eyes wandered to the window, where the sun was setting behind a veil of clouds. It was a somber reminder that her world had indeed changed, and she was no longer in control. David pulled back, his eyes locked on hers. "What can I do, Daisy? Tell me what I can do to make it right," he said, his voice laced with desperation. Daisy took a deep breath, trying to gather her thoughts. She knew she needed time to process everything, but David's words had stirred up a mix of emotions. She thought about the argument they had, about the hurtful things he had said, and about the uncertainty surrounding her pregnancy. "I don't know, David," she said finally, her voice barely above a whisper. "I need time to think, to figure out what's going on with my body and with us." David nodded, his face etched with worry. "I'll give you all the time you need, Daisy. I promise. Just please, don't shut me out completely. I love you, and I want to be here for you." Daisy's heart skipped a beat at his words. She loved him too, but she wasn't sure if she could trust him not to hurt her again. The pain and fear she had been trying to keep at bay began to resurface, and she felt a lump form in her throat. Just then, Rachel walked into the room, a concerned look on her face. "Hey, guys, how are you doing?" she asked, her eyes scanning the room. Daisy smiled weakly, grateful for Rachel's presence. "We're...we're okay, I think. The doctor said I need to rest and monitor the pregnancy." Rachel nodded, her expression serious. "I'll stay with you tonight, if that's okay with you. We can get through this together." As the night wore on, Daisy found herself drifting in and out of sleep, her mind racing with thoughts of David, her pregnancy, and her future. She knew she had a long road ahead of her, but with Rachel by her side and David's promise to make things right, she felt a glimmer of hope. But as she lay there, she couldn't shake off the feeling that uncertainty and doubt were still lurking in the shadows, waiting to pounce. And she wondered if she would ever be able to find her way back to a place of peace and clarity.