A few months later...

Amber stood in the kitchen, humming softly as she prepared Stefan's favorite dish, a sense of contentment filling her. Her body had grown heavier over the last few months, and though she was tired, she felt ready—ready to meet their baby, ready to embrace motherhood with Stefan by her side. She smiled at the thought that Stefan had been more attentive than ever, constantly checking on her and spoiling her with every little thing she craved.

Just as she reached for the spices, she suddenly felt a strange sensation. Her breath hitched, and a second later, something broke inside her, followed by the unmistakable rush of...