David Lawson

Intro Ava Lawson had always worked hard to excel in her academy's medical program. She dreamed of becoming a doctor, inspired by her mother’s legacy. Her mother had passed away from cancer when Ava was only 10, and ever since, she had vowed to dedicate her life to helping others. Her father, David, was fiercely protective and strict, especially when it came to boys. He wanted Ava to stay focused on her future, often reminding her of her mother’s unwavering strength. It was a special day in her class, one focused on maternal health. Mrs. Harper introduced an advanced ultrasound machine to demonstrate how it’s used to monitor fetal development. The students paired up, and Ava volunteered to be scanned as part of the demonstration. Emily, her best friend, was the one controlling the machine. With the probe positioned on Ava’s abdomen, the monitor flickered to life. At first, everyone thought it was a glitch a faint flicker of movement on the screen. But when Emily adjusted the settings, the image became unmistakable. “Ava…” Emily whispered, her voice trembling. “That’s… a baby.” Ava froze, staring at the monitor in disbelief. “What are you talking about? That can’t be right.” Emily held the monitor closer to Ava. The tiny heartbeat on the screen was undeniable. The rest of the class fell silent, jaws dropping as realization hit. “I don’t… how…?” Ava stammered, jumping up from the examination table. Panic set in. Her mind raced as she struggled to comprehend what was happening. She had no memory of anything that could have led to this. Before Ava could process it further, the classroom door opened, and Mrs. Harper stepped in. The students quickly fell silent, unsure whether to speak up or keep the discovery secret.