Chapter 86 Maximo

Raphaela screamed again as the baby forcefully pushed its way out. In a few seconds, the baby slid into Lydia's waiting hands.

"A boy!" Lydia announced excitedly, cutting the placenta.

Lorenzo's eyes snapped open, his eyes immediately finding his child.

"Thank you." he whispered.

"It's time." was her gentle reply.

He moved his eyes to his wife. Her eyes were shut and her breathing was quiet.

"Raphaela." he called softly, palming her cheek. Her eyes fluttered open and a gentle smile followed at the sight of him.

"You did it."

"The Moon goddess did." He replied, smiling also.

Lydia handed their child to her.

Raphaela's eyes instantly filled with tears.

"My boy, my own child."

Lorenzo tried hard not to be too emotional as he stared at the beautiful miracle of his son.

"My boy." Raphaela whimpered, sobs escaping her lips.

Lorenzo took the infant from her and held it for a few moments, feeling the fragile and vulnerable creature in his hands. Small eyes stared up at