A Career Above All Else
Dominic’s focus had always been his career. Being a surgeon wasn’t just his job—it was his identity. And while Emma respected his dedication, it often left her feeling like a distant second priority. Dominic had ambitions of becoming chief of surgery, a position he believed would solidify his legacy. In his eyes, starting a family before reaching that goal didn’t make sense.
He wasn’t trying to avoid fatherhood, at least not in his mind. He believed he was simply being responsible—wanting to provide the best life possible before bringing a child into the world. But Emma didn’t need perfection. She needed partnership. And while Dominic’s intentions may have been rooted in logic, they failed to account for the emotional toll his delays were taking on his wife. As he waited for the perfect moment, Emma’s patience began to fade.
