Emily cursed under her breath and headed for the stairs. She walked sideways as she stepped down them. It was very uncomfortable to do so now, but she didn't have a choice. Emily felt like the baby was in the birth canal now, and she didn't have much time left before he or she would arrive. She decided to check if the furnace room was locked. Emily certainly hoped that it was open and that no one would ask too many questions about the way she was climbing down the stairs. She also hoped she would be uninterrupted during her delivery. Emily would have to leave as soon as she had the strength too, but with the storm outside and the baby coming now, she didn't have much choice.<br/><br/>Emily resigned herself to whatever would happen. Fate was not smiling on her today, but she was going to protect this baby by whatever means necessary. She could not wait to meet her little bundle of joy.