Selene groaned softly as she bent down to pick up the fallen cloth. Her balance was slightly off as her growing belly made even the simplest tasks a challenge.
"My goodness," she muttered, straightening with a wince. "Being pregnant is no joke."
And as if in response, a tiny kick thumped against her belly. Selene paused, laughing gently as she rested a hand over the spot.
"Oh, I see," she said warmly, her voice soft with affection. "You're listening, aren't you?"
Her other hand joined the first, cradling her belly protectively. "I know, my loves, I know," she whispered while her fingers traced soothing circles over her bump.
The sound of birds chirping outside and the rustling of leaves filled the air. Her small, countryside home sat surrounded by rolling fields and a scattering of ot
