Aria’s P.O.VThe silence that followed the doctor’s words felt heavy, pressing down on my chest more than the bandages ever could. I looked at the doctor’s neutral expression, then at Damien, whose hand was still gripping mine so tightly it was almost bruising.My heart hammered against my ribs, a frantic rhythm of dread. After everything—the kidnapping, the explosion, the betrayal—I was certain the news was bad. I expected him to tell me there was internal bleeding, permanent organ damage, or something that would leave me broken."What is it?" I asked, my voice trembling. "Please, just tell me."The doctor cleared his throat, a small, almost imperceptible smile touching his lips. "It’s not bad news, Aria. In fact, for most, it’s wonderful news. Your blood tests and the ultrasound we performed while you were unconscious revealed that you are pregnant."The world stopped. I felt the air leav
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