You weren't sure when it began, you had been suffering from hot flushes and loss of appetite for several days now, at least. You thought maybe you had been pushing yourself too hard at work and now your body was exhausted as a result. And yet you weren't getting any better even when you rested.

Now you were on a date with Zyglavis when you were hit by one of these annoying hot flushes; you had felt fine just that morning and thought you may finally be getting better, but oh how wrong you were. You didn't want to ruin your date but you were struggling to stay at his pace.

You absentmindedly squeezed Zyglavis hand which he immediately picked up on and stopped walking when he noticed you were looking a little pale, "Hmm. Is something wrong?" His tone was full of concern as he placed a hand on your forehead. "You appear to be running a mild temperature."

"It's nothing." You quickly dismissed his concern with a smile and jump up and down in an attempt to show you were okay, however, Zyglavis only frowned, "You can't fool me. I noticed you have barely been keeping up with me. I thought you may be tired so I went a little slower but I was mistaken." Zyglavis said, giving you a sharp look for trying to hide how you felt from him, "You should have told me sooner how you felt. I wouldn't have dragged you around all this time." He sighed.

The two of you had come to a fair. You had been looking forward to this date for a long time. It was adorable how Zyglavis wanted to check out all the stalls and curiously asked you what different things were that were foreign to him; you got great joy from watching him and being by his side. Even when he pretended to not really care about something you'd find him curiously eyeing off the particular item until the stall was out of sight. Zyglavis was like a child in a candy store at the fair.

"Sorry… I didn't want to ruin our date. I was having so much fun I didn't want it to end." You honestly say how you feel, smiling bitterly. Zyglavis eyes narrow affectionately as he places a hand on your cheek, "I understand. I feel the same way but for now we best get you home so you can rest." He smiles warmly and leads you to a place away from prying eyes. There he snaps his fingers and in an instant you are back in your apartment.

"Go get some rest." Zyglavis said, looking at your bed. "Yeah." You nod, smiling. "Thanks." Zyglavis helps you get into bed and tucks you in, "No need to thank me. I'm only doing what is best for you. Now get some sleep. Sweet dreams." He softly whispers as he leans down placing a gentle kiss on your forehead, "I'll be here if you need anything."

You smile and close your eyes. You slowly fall asleep under the watchful eye of your beloved; as you fall asleep you decide you would go pay the doctor's office a visit.

The next day. You headed straight to the doctor's office that morning. You told the doctor your symptoms and went through several tests. A couple hours later you were finally going to hear the results of your tests.

"So? What do I have?" You anxiously waited with baited breath. The way the male doctor looked at you made you a little nervous. You started thinking what if it was something bad, how would Zyglavis feel? He'd be devastated if you died.

The doctor who had been looking at you seriously suddenly broke out into a smile, "A baby."

"Oh no. How long do I ha… Wait? What?!"

The doctor started to snicker from your reaction, "You are pregnant, miss."

You were left breathless. Your words caught in your throat, "Pre...gna...nt?" You grew lightheaded, you thought you may pass out. Having learnt the reason behind your ongoing sickness was shocking. Never did you think you may be pregnant.

You quickly left the office and headed home. You wondered how you'd break the news to him. Zyglavis was a god and a minister to boot. You were only a human… Was having a god's baby even allowed? You were sure you were breaking some rule but all you wanted was to live a happy life with Zyglavis. Sure, you knew it would come with challenges and if this happens to be one of them, then so be it. Even if the heavens turned against you there was no way you would give up on having this baby. You only hoped Zyglavis felt the same way…

"What if he doesn't want a child? ...I've never asked him if he wanted kids. If he doesn't want this baby I don't know what I'll do…" With worried eyes you rub your belly as you sit on your bed, all alone. One thing was certain, you were going to have this baby no matter what. You could never destroy something you and Zyglavis created, together.

With your mind made up you headed to the gods house. As soon as you arrived you headed to Zyglavis' room after learning his location. You were relieved he was in his room. You didn't want the other gods around when you delivered the news.

"Zyglavis. It's me."

"Come in."

You slowly opened the door. Your eyes fell upon Zyglavis by the reflecting pool. He was delivering punishments to wicked people but stopped when you arrived at his door.

"How are you feeling?" Zyglavis stood up, his eyes now fixed on you as he came closer.

You watched Zyglavis as he walked towards you. Your breathing started to grow heavy as your heart beat rapidly. This was it. The moment of truth was upon you. It was terrifying. But you couldn't run and hide, you couldn't back down now. So you steeled yourself and prepared your mind and heart for what you were about to say.

"Zyglavis… About that. I am feeling much better now."

Zyglavis narrowed his eyes, slightly tilting his head, "Is something wrong? It looks like you have something important to tell me. I can see it in your eyes." He eyed you suspiciously, like he could see right through you.

You shuddered under his sharp gaze and slowly opened your mouth but paused at that moment...No, you thought, you couldn't stop, as hard as it was you had to tell him. "Zyglavis… I'm pregnant." You said with a nervous smile, your hands cradling your belly.

Zyglavis stopped in his tracks. His eyes widened and his back straightened as he looked at you with total surprise. "Pregnant…? Did you just say you were pregnant?"

"Y-Yes." You nodded your head, eyes wide yourself as you watched him. You thought you may die from anticipation waiting to see how he would respond.

And then he broke out into a smile before your eyes, "We are having a baby!" He rushed up to you picking you up and spinning you around. "We are going to have our very own family." Zyglavis smiles as he sets you back down and embraces you.

"Y-You aren't mad?" You timidly ask and Zyglavis jolts backwards with confusion, "Mad? Don't be ridiculous. I would never be mad about something like this." You were relieved to hear him say that.

"I thought we may get in trouble. You know...having a baby with a human." You say with bitterness, your eyes downcast. Zyglavis, realizing why you were so worried, looked at you with a serious expression, "If having a baby with you is a sin than it is a sin I will gladly bear. No matter what happens I will protect you and our baby. I simply can not give up on having a family with you." Zyglavis finishes and a warm smile forms on his lips.

"Zyglavis…" You smile softly in return, the life finally returned to your eyes. "Thank you. I trust you… I believe you will keep us safe." You grab his hand and bring it to your lips, "I love you."

"_." Zyglavis softly breathes your name and brings his free hand to your cheek and gently traces along it, "You really have no idea how happy you have made me. This happiness… This Joy...It's only something I can experience thanks to you. I will let no one rob me…no us...of these feelings."

You felt truly at peace in Zyglavis care. You knew you could trust him and everything would be okay. No matter what, you would get through this together, as a team.

"I better prepare myself for being a father. I hear children are unpredictable and troublemakers." As Zyglavis says that he looked like he thought of something, "Oh no, are we having a mini Ichthys?" Zyglavis looked terrified at the thought.

You were shocked to hear him come up with such a ridiculous idea and almost burst out laughing, "No. You won't have to worry about that. As long as Ichthys doesn't fill our child's head with his ideas I think we will be okay."

Zyglavis looked relieved to hear that, "I see. Ichthys shall not be allowed near our child without my supervision." Zyglavis looked so serious about it you thought it was adorable. You could just see it now, Ichthys trying to cause trouble and Zyglavis being an overprotective father, it made your heart warm.

"I can ask Huedhaut for some pointers. Maybe Karno would know something too. Scorpio would be no good." It brought a smile to your face seeing Zyglavis so focused about becoming a parent.

"Huh. Why are you smiling?"

"No reason." You said, giggling.

Zyglavis frowned for a moment, knowing you were laughing at his expense before throwing his arms around you once more and resting his forehead on yours, "I can't wait to meet our baby. It's unfortunate it's such a long process but I will patiently wait for the day I can welcome them to this world." He says, looking you in the eyes with an affectionate gaze. "I can't wait to see the baby we created. We are really going to be parents." You smiled happily.

"This life…" Zyglavis gently touched your belly, "A life is really growing in here." An emotional smile played on his lips as he looked at your belly before turning back to you, "I promise I will take care of you. If you ever need anything come straight to me. I will always be here for you." Zyglavis leaned in closer and just before his lips touched yours he whispered, "I love you my beautiful goddess." and then he sealed your lips with the sweetest kiss you ever tasted. Both of you awaiting the day you would meet your little one and begin your new family life.