NICK
I stand there holding my breath without knowing it. Then she turns to look at Kim and it almost looks like she is disgusted by her. I want my mom to be proud of me and the choices that I make. I know that I am a full-grown man but for some reason, I still crave her approval.
"Yes, mom, your doctor is my fiance. We did not want to tell you when you were unable to communicate with us because we-"
She does not give me time to explain she just hold her hand up in the air. Then she holds her other hand out for me to take it. I take her hand and very nervously walk towards her. Then she looks at Kim and says.
"Dr. McPherson, could you come closer?"
KIM
I can not help as my heart starts to beat in my chest. I am actually meeting my future mother-in-law for the first time. Then she looks at me and holds out her hand.
"Please, call me, Kim, Mrs. Roberts"
I take her hand and then she put our hands together saying.