Chapter 137: The Baby's Arrival

The sun had just begun to rise, casting a soft, golden hue over everything. I was lying in bed, feeling a mix of anticipation and nerves. Today was my due date, and though there were no immediate signs that the baby was ready to arrive, I couldn't shake the feeling that something was about to happen. Jason stirred beside me, his arm draped protectively over my growing belly. He had been my rock throughout this entire journey, and I knew he was just as anxious as I was. As I shifted slightly, a sharp pain shot through my abdomen, causing me to gasp. Jason was instantly awake, his eyes wide with concern. "Lily, are you okay?" "I think... I think it's starting," I said, my voice trembling with a mix of fear and excitement. "The baby's coming." Without missing a beat, Jason jumped out of bed and began gathering our things. "Okay, we need to get to the hospital. I'll call Dr. Parker and let her know we're on our way." I took a few deep breaths, trying to steady myself as the contractio