Zane's POV The night had been quiet, almost too quiet, as if the world outside was holding its breath. Avery had been restless, her body tense with anticipation, but I had convinced her to rest, telling her everything was fine. Still, I couldn’t shake the feeling that something was off.Suddenly, she sat bolt upright in bed, her face pale and her hands clutching her belly. A sharp, unmistakable ache shot through her, and her breath hitched. Her eyes widened with alarm as she looked at me, her voice trembling.“Something’s happening… I think I’m going into labor,” she whispered, voice strained.My heart thudded painfully in my chest. I leapt out of bed, grabbing the phone to call the hospital, but before I could dial, Avery’s body tensed again. Her breath came in shallow gasps, and her grip on her belly tightened.“No,” I muttered desperately, rushing to her side. “Not yet, Avery. We’re not ready. We can’t—”She shook her head weakly, eyes filled with fear and tears. “It’s too soon… I
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