Chapter 1 Priya

(27th September, Monday, 04:15 am)

The doors of the Labor room were thrown open wide by two ward boys as they brought in a patient on trolley. There was mad rush of panic seen on every one present in the operation Theatre, which slowly began to relax as soon as the resident Doctor Priya Carvalho stepped inside wearing OT clothes.

Within minutes, Dr Cynthia, a senior consultant and gynecologist entered wearing her evening gown. As she began to change she called for the resident doctor on duty. Dr Priya, entered the room with the file in her hand. She tried to avoid looking at Dr Cynthia as she undressed. "I called the anesthetist and even requested the family members to keep a bottle of blood handy."

Dr. Priya said very confidently

"Did you do the PV?"

Dr Cynthia asked in stiff voice trying to find out if her student was aware of all the protocols.

"Yes, Madam, 10cm dilated, primigravida"

Dr. Priya replied quickly.

"how old?"

Dr Cynthia asked,

"35, Ma'am, "

"Precious baby, she is been treated under you for use of ART." Dr Priya answered

"Oh!! Its Mrs. Freida. I should have known. You are quite prompt and turning out to be efficient in your work."

Dr Cynthia congratulated her student as she entered the OT to perform her duties.

She suddenly asked her student"Why did you discontinue the antibiotic that I had started yesterday?"

She whispered"Sorry, Madam!!! If I took a decision without counseling you as I realized it was very important as her history of being diabetic was mentioned and I thought I could recourse to such step for the benefit of the patient as you had always taught us to do."

Dr Priya replied promptly.

Dr Cynthia shook her head as she put on her surgical mask and began the procedure.

Nearly an hour later, the doctors along with the nurses were trying hard to complete the delivery. Every effort was put down by the adamant patient who kept on screaming out in pain. Eventually, the baby head popped out. The patient finally gave out a heavy sigh as she pushed the baby outwards. Unfortunately, Dr Priya was bathed in her excreta as she was seated down assisting the delivery. She stood up still covered in the stinking excreta as she showed the baby to his mother.

"It's a boy, Whew!!"

Dr Priya gawped as she looked at herself.

As she stepped out of the dressing room she was greeted by her mentor, Dr Cynthia.

"You did great, doctor"

Dr Cynthia exclaimed..

"so did you, Madam"

Dr Priya replied.

"Don't be so modest, so can I walk you to the stairs." Dr Cynthia asked,

"Sure, Madam,"

Dr Priya agreed as she collected the notes from the nurse and walked off.

"I did the papers, so you don't have to worry." Dr Cynthia.

"thanks, Madam"

"How is everything? How long has it been for your marriage?"

Dr Cynthia inquisitively asked her.

"Six months, Madam. And I am two months pregnant."

She replied with a low voice."Oh!! You got to complete the studies before you take leave."

Dr Cynthia advised her.

"Yes, Madam"

She said as turned silent .

"Its difficult being a woman, especially if you are married." Dr Cynthia quoted.

"Well!! My husband is definitely not on terms with me as he doesn't like this distance. I have to complete this year or else I don't think my in-laws will ever give a chance."

"Oh!! I pray for you both. How are your parents?

"Well!! I married against their wishes, so definitely I am not welcomed home too."

"Dr. Priya, you are very good student of mine. It's unfortunate to know that behind the hard working doctor lies a troubled world. I pray for you. Best of luck, don't worry everything is in good hands."

Dr Cynthia acknowledge as she caressed her shoulders as she left her.

It seemed as if the day was just beginning to take shape.

Finally Chapter one is over so friends tell me how was the story...

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Yours.

Riya🌸🌼🌸

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