*Thorn* I lie on my back, propped up against the headboard, with Teyla nestled beside me, her head resting against my shoulder. The morning light filters through the curtains, casting a warm glow across the room. My fingers trace gentle patterns over her softly rounded belly, marveling at the life growing within her. I can’t help but smile, a rush of anticipation flooding my chest. “I can’t wait to meet our pup,” I murmur, my voice low and filled with wonder. The thought of holding our child, of feeling their heartbeat against mine, sends a thrill coursing through me. I’ve always been a fighter, but this little one? They make me want to fight even harder. Teyla shifts slightly, her eyes sparkling with a mixture of joy and worry. “You’re not just saying that because it sounds good, right?” she teases, but I can sense the underlying tension in her voice. She’s worried… not just about the future, but about what’s brewing in the Capitol. I turn to face her, cupping her cheek with my
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