I never would've dreamed of building a family with my childhood friend and first love.
No, that wasn't exactly the truth. I had fantasized about this millions of times, but it was just that, a fantasy. It didn't dawn on me that the dream could be within my grasp. Now that the news was out, I was beyond ecstatic. A bit of nervousness was mixed in, yes, but nonetheless happy.
I hope I can say the same thing with Zia.
Our bond has been silent ever since the pregnancy test showed positive. Zia had blocked the connection on her side, and I didn't know what she was feeling right now. I didn't need the bond to read her, though. I've known Zia for a long time, and I could clearly tell she was afraid despite masking her emotions.
"I'm going to be an uncle. Deities, Zia. Have you thought of a na
