Aurelia POV
Rowan guided me onto the narrow cot the moment we reached the cabin, his hands moving with practiced efficiency even with the visible tension still evident in him.
"Lie back," he instructed gently. "Try to breathe slowly. Deep breaths, exactly like I taught you during our previous discussions."
I obeyed, fear continued coursing through my system with each fresh wave of discomfort still radiating through my abdomen. My hands remained pressed protectively against my stomach, tears streaming freely now even with my efforts to remain composed for Rowan's examination.
He knelt beside the cot, his hands moving gently but thoroughly across my rounded stomach, his features carrying focused, concentration as he assessed whatever information his experienced touch could provide.
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