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Chapter 8

Author: Zechor
When I opened my eyes again, I heard the sound of waves.

My body was tiny, while my surroundings felt safe and comfortable.

Someone held me in his arms and choked out, "Little one, you're finally here."

I couldn't understand what he was saying, but the embrace felt familiar.

The nurse smiled and told him, "Mr. Stone, your older son is very healthy. There's a faint red birthmark on his palm. It looks almost like a string."

The man who was holding me froze. He looked down at my palm, and his
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