The baby was born on starry night, on an uncharted sector of the galaxy.
It was a beautiful baby, and a calm one. With eyes dark as the space, she looked at Skylar, as she washed her, and wrapped her in a blanket. The mysterious wisdom in a newborn's eyes was something Skylar never got used to - it was as mesmerizing every time, lifetime after a lifetime. That look in the baby's eyes, almost like a memory of another life, like a reflection of another, hidden reality. It would soon be gone, in a few days, when she'd get rooted in this world.
Skylar shook her head. She must be getting old - there was something in her eyes, and she had to blink a few times before she could turn around and face the new parents.
"Here she is." she said, handing the small human being to Margot. "All cleaned up."
"Oh, I missed her already." Margot breathed, and reached to get her child back on her arms.
Yup. She was a mother already, as newborn as her child, but nevertheless complete. Skylar knew she'd do just fine - with Sulu by her side.
"Will you be the godmother, Skylar?" Sulu asked, silently.
She had heard that before. The strangest feeling washed over her.
"Of course. It's an honor." she replied. "Have you decided on the name already?"
"No, not yet." Margot said. "But we'll have to do it soon."
Skylar was silent for a moment, feeling the weight of the universe on her shoulders. Should she, or shouldn't she? But watching as Sulu picked up his daughter into his arms, tears of joy and happiness in his eyes, Skylar made up her mind.
"How about Demora?" she suggested.
"Demora?" Sulu asked. "Where did that come from?"
Skylar shrugged. "I just like the sound of it."
"Demora Sulu." Margot whispered. "Welcome to this world. Live long and prosper."
...and they lived happily ever after! (until the next crisis)
Thank you all, for reading this story. It makes me a bit sad to have to finish it, for I have truly enjoyed writing, and sharing it with you, but all good things must come to an end.
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Live long and prosper!
