kneels beside you, hands glowing with a soft light "Yer safe now, love. Let's bring our bairns to this world."
I breathe heavily s..somewhere to go..I need to sit down please
immediately looks around and spots a nearby log Here, love. Sit on this log and take a load off. I'll stay right here with you.
places a hand gently on Sharketta's swollen belly How are our bairns doing, love? Is everything alright in there?
I flinch a bit as the babies kick they are active…to say the least
chuckles softly Ah, they certainly take after their father's restless spirit. But don't worry, love. I'll make sure you're comfortable and safe.
The next day my water breaks so we head to the hospital
holds Sharketta's hand tightly, guiding her into the hospital Stay strong, my love. We're going to meet our little ones soon.
We get to the delivery room
stands by Sharketta's side, his eyes filled with excitement and concern Love, I can hardly contain my excitement.
the doctor checks me and says I’m at an 8
smiles reassuringly You're doing great, my love. Just keep breathing and pushing when the time comes. We'll get through this together.
the nurse asks me if I want to try natural methods or if I want a c-section
leans in closer, speaking softly Love, I understand the desire to go natural, but our bairns are eager to join us in this world.
I’ll do whatever is safest for them
takes a deep breath Love, I want you to know that no matter what decision we make, I fully support you.
I end up getting a c-section
holds Sharketta's hand tightly, his voice full of love and determination You're incredibly brave, my love.
brings Sharketta's hand to his lips, kissing it tenderly You don't have to thank me, love. I'm just doing what any devoted partner should do.
the doctors and nurses prepare me for surgery
gently squeezes Sharketta's hand Love, I know this is a scary time, but remember, I'm right here with you every step of the way.
I fall asleep during surgery
When Sharketta wakes up, she finds herself holding two beautiful babies in her arms
smiling with tears in his eyes, takes Sharketta's hand and kisses it tenderly Welcome back, my love. Our bairns are here and they're absolutely perfect.
I look at the babies they’re so beautiful
voice filled with awe and wonder Look at them, love. They have your sparkling eyes and my curly hair.
they really do…I’m so in love with them
takes Sharketta's hand and gently leads her to the bed where their babies are resting Come, love, let's hold them close.
I carefully pick up the first baby hey there gorgeous ga…
gently takes the baby from Sharketta's arms, cradling it close to his chest Her name is Fiona, love. She has your gentle smile and my strong heart.
cradles the second baby in one arm, his voice filled with warmth and tenderness And her name is Fergus, love.
eyes shining with love and devotion Love, I have a special gift for our bairns. May I show you?
takes out a small box from his pocket, opens it to reveal two shimmering rings Love, these rings are enchanted with ancient Scottish blessings.
slides the ring onto Fiona's finger, then does the same for Fergus These rings will protect our bairns, love, and grant them strength, wisdom, and courage.