POV: Araya
Two weeks pass after Lucian's birth. Araya's body heals slowly but steadily. The sisters help her regain her strength, bringing her nourishing food and tending to her needs while she focuses on caring for Lucian.
The baby grows quickly. Too quickly, perhaps. His silver eyes glow brighter with each passing day. His grip strengthens. His cries carry power that makes the cabin walls tremble.
Ronan is never far. He checks on Lucian constantly, bringing fresh game from his hunts and watching over mother and child with fierce protectiveness.
At night, Ronan sleeps on the floor beside Araya's bed, one hand always resting on the cradle. Ready to defend them at a moment's notice.
Araya has never felt safer.
On the fifteenth day, Ronan suggests they venture outside together.
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