Author's Note #1: See first chapter for all other story information.
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The door opened a little wider, and--after sharing a quick look with Doyle--Cordelia let out a loud sigh.
"Fine, everyone can come in."
Harry beamed at both of them as she stepped inside, her hand intertwined with Wesley's.
"Congratulations to both of you."
Fred slowly slid past them, her eyes never moving from the tiny child in Cordelia's arms.
"She's a beautiful baby..."
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Wesley shared a bittersweet smile with Fred as they settled down in the chairs by Cordelia's bed. The only sound in the room was the quiet beeping of the monitors, mixed in with their almost inaudible breathing.
