Kyra’s eyes never left the screen as the tiny baby shifted slightly, its movements so delicate and surreal that she could hardly comprehend what she was seeing. Her chest tightened with emotion, her heart racing as she tried to process the impossible reality that was unfolding before her. This wasn’t just any baby—this was her baby.
Tears welled up in her eyes, blurring her vision. She turned to Ryder, her voice barely above a whisper. “I’m so sorry, Ryder… for everything. For the way I’ve been… I didn’t mean to push you away.”
Ryder’s gaze softened, his hand gently brushing the tears from her cheek. “You couldn’t help it,” he said quietly, his eyes never leaving the screen as he nodded toward the image of the baby. “We’re in uncharted territory here, both of us. We’ll figure it out toge
