She landed hard on her rear, and a sharp pain shot through her. It felt like something inside her belly had ruptured, like a water balloon suddenly bursting, and a cool liquid gushed out.
Ivy Tanner's eyes flew wide, her face draining of all color. She stared in disbelief at the amniotic fluid, now tinged with blood, on the floor.
Then, an excruciating pain tore through her abdomen...
It was the first time in her life she had ever felt such agonizing pain. The sensation was indescribable, and her strength began to drain away.
She struggled to crawl forward, trying to reach the landline to call for help. But she could barely move. Her body felt as if it were being crushed by a giant mountain, leaving her unable to budge an inch.
Time seemed to stand still. After what felt like an eternity, she finally reached the phone stand and managed to prop herself up. When she glanced back, she saw a long, bloody trail smeared across the floor.
