Chapter 1997

With a caring friend by her side, Mavis' mood improved significantly, and her appetite was better too. Nathaniel was busy with the company's pressing matters and only managed to visit the hospital a few times a week. However, his visits were usually brief, and he barely exchanged more than a few words with Mavis. A month flew by, and Mavis' belly had grown even larger. "Ella, listen, he's kicking me again. He's quite strong!" Ella pressed her ear to Mavis' belly, feeling the baby's movements with a smile. "Such a lively little one! He's going to be an active, energetic little guy for sure!" Mavis shook her head, "Just because he's active doesn't mean he'll be a boy. Look at Adora. She's so lively while Asher is quiet and mature." "That's true," Ella agreed with a laugh. As they chatted, Ella helped Mavis peel an apple and kept counting the days on her fingers. "I've calculated it, and you have maybe two months left until your due date," Ella stated, glancing up at Ma