🪷🪷 CHAPTER SIXTY EIGHT

Kael's POV

"I am pregnant," she said quietly.

His pen stopped moving across his notes. He looked up at her with what appeared to be surprise, though something about his reaction seemed carefully measured.

"Pregnant," he repeated thoughtfully. "How far along do you believe you are?"

"I am not certain. Not very far, I think."

"And you are concerned that the pain might indicate complications?"

"Yes."

Throughout this exchange, I watched Sena carefully. Her entire body was tense, and I could smell the fear radiating from her in waves. But Dr. Ashford's demeanor seemed perfectly normal - concerned, focused on gathering medical information.

"When did the pain begin?" he asked.

“Some minutes ago. It started mild but has been getting progressively worse."

"Any nausea? Changes in appetite? Unusual fatigue?"

"Some nausea, yes. And I have been more tired than usual."

"That is quite normal for early pregnancy, though the cramping does warrant investigation." He prepared his instruments. "I will ne