The baby kicked with all he had. I lay frozen where I was as a laugh escaped me. Our baby was not giving up and so was I. I pulled back, laughing, my hands going over to my stomach. I would not give up on him because he did not give up on me. My hands trembled, feeling the movement with the feeling of warmth washing over me.“I am sorry baby, I am here and daddy is here,” I said brushing my stomach, giggling. It was truly one of the best moments of my life with my heart drumming. My head snapped up as I saw the king staring at me still shocked, in his hand was a golden dagger and I was taken back as my eyes stayed on it. So, he was going to stab me with that. The dagger was sharp and long, it looked ancient with writings on it. I swallowed, watching his eyes close only to open as he shook off whatever he was feeling. His eyes held mine and I could not help but shake my head.“No husband, I will not let you kill our baby. Please.” I said, crawling backward and practically sliding on my
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