Suffering
by Mab
“So I can add elephantiasis to my sufferings? 'Nausea generally improves at the end of the first trimester.' Ha!”
Carson patted Rodney's swollen ankles. “Don't fash yourself. Mild oedema is normal, although you'll need weekly blood pressure checks from now.” He pursed his lips thoughtfully. “Women often have some idea of family history, but I suppose that's not…”
“Oh, of course!” Rodney snapped. “Genius male six year olds always observe their mother's pregnancies just in case they meet interfering eugenics-minded aliens.” Rodney frowned morosely. “And if Colonel Sheppard pats my stomach one more time, I swear I will kill him.”
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