Time sure does fly. Before you knew it nearly nine months had passed since you first learned of your pregnancy. It was a rough start at the beginning with the King being opposed to a human being pregnant with the baby of a god but somehow, together with Zyglavis, the two of you managed to win over the King and things were much calmer after that. You thought it was truly miraculous the King came to give his blessing on the pregnancy, maybe he saw just how much you and Zyglavis truly loved each other.
The two of you had since moved in together in preparation for starting a family. It was a two bedroom apartment. It wasn't big but it was home and perfect to begin your new life. Zyglavis still did his work like normal but always came back to you when he was able to do so.
Zyglavis had been a wonderful help throughout the pregnancy. Whatever you desired he did his best to fulfill that desire; even if sometimes you craved something outrageous or unusual, Zyglavis would react in disgust but still never questioned it. He was often found reading up on how to be a good parent, something he tried to keep secret but there was nothing he could hide from you. Zyglavis seemed happier since learning he would be a father, it was like his head was in the clouds and even the other gods were unsure how to react with Zyglavis when he didn't even get mad like he use to.
Ichthys in particular was disappointed he couldn't get a rise out of Zyglavis and was seen sulking and complaining that Zyglavis was no fun any more. Ichthys wondered if this was what happened to everyone who became a parent or if Zyglavis just lost it. But then Ichthys realized something and found a new way to tease Zyglavis: Ichthys went on and on about all the pranks he would teach his child and Ichthys was thrilled to see Zyglavis getting mad once more. "My child will not be influenced by the likes of you!" Zyglavis would shout as he chased him.
There were many fond memories you looked back on over the course of your pregnancy. Each one of them was precious and irreplaceable. And now you would soon be making many more precious memories when you finally get to meet the little one.
"How is my beloved goddess feeling?" Zyglavis asks as he sits down next to you on the sofa, gently wrapping an arm around your shoulders and placing a kiss on your cheek. "I'm fine. Just a little anxious." You say, looking at your swollen belly.
Zyglavis eyes also turn to your belly, "Little one, you are making your mother worried." He says, leaning closer so his face is right next to your stomach, "We can't wait to meet you. Come out soon so we can finally see you with our own eyes." Zyglavis starts to gently stroke your belly, a loving smile on his lips. "I really can't wait. I don't think I've ever been so excited for something as I am now." He says, glancing up to meet your gaze.
You smile back at him and at that moment your baby starts to kick. "Oh. The baby is kicking." You quickly touch your stomach. Zyglavis hurries to feel your stomach, "I can feel it. That's our baby." His face broke out into such an adorable grin.
"Yes. Our baby." You smile, looking at your stomach, feeling somewhat emotional. Moments like these you shared with Zyglavis truly were irreplaceable.
"It won't be long before our lives change entirely." Zyglavis says, his mind thinking of the future. You nod, but you couldn't help but worry. You had never been a mother before, and your child will be half god… Were you really ready for this? Zyglavis sensing your worry gently touched your hand, "It'll be okay. You aren't doing this alone. We are a team, remember?" His kind tone helped to ease your worries a little. You smiled. "Yes. We are a team. We will do this together. Thank you, Zyglavis."
"Just relax and remember I will always be here for you." Zyglavis says with a smile and kisses you on the cheek.
You did your best to remain calm as you waited for the baby to come. But as the due date got closer you started to notice something wasn't right. You were starting to get unusual pains. At first you thought it may be from stress or anxiety but the more you thought about it the more you realized it was something far worse.
With your mind made up you were going to tell Zyglavis what you were experiencing as soon as he got home. You patiently waited. You wished he would hurry up as you anxiously waited. There wasn't much you could do but sit around.
Eventually you got hungry and decided you would make something to eat but when you stood up your surroundings suddenly grew blurry. "Whoa…!" A sudden pain hit you in the head causing you to fall to the ground. Lying on the floor your world gradually grew darker as your consciousness faded.
Zyglavis had returned just moments after you had passed out. He was horrified to see you on the floor, unresponsive. "_?!" He ran to your side. Touching your head he felt you were really hot, your face was quite pale and you were covered in sweat. Zyglavis thought his heart might stop at any moment, it was extremely difficult to see you in such a state. Knowing he had no time to waste, Zyglavis quickly pulled himself together and picking you up he snapped his fingers and brought you to the hospital.
You were straight away rushed into the emergency room. Zyglavis anxiously waited to hear from the doctors on your status. Were you okay? What was going on? Zyglavis couldn't calm down when he didn't know. He paced so much that it wouldn't be surprising if he created a hole in the floor. Zyglavis entire body was shaking, he felt numb. The love of his life and his baby he had yet to meet were in danger, he could be anything but calm right now.
When the doctor finally appeared after what felt like an eternity, Zyglavis jumped at him and grabbed his shoulders in a panic, "How is she?!" He frantically asked. The doctor, however, looked troubled, like he wasn't sure how to tell him. The doctor explained he couldn't find what was causing your body to have such a reaction but at this rate you and the baby would both die if nothing is done. And yet, the hospital could do nothing. You were in a very precarious situation.
Hearing the doctor's news, Zyglavis realized something. Maybe it was because you weren't having a normal child but that of a gods and thus it was putting much more stress on your body. If that was the case then you are guaranteed death if you remained at the hospital. That was something Zyglavis refused to allow. He promised to look after you no matter what. You were a team, after all. Zyglavis would do whatever it takes to save both you and his baby. He wouldn't be robbed of a future where you were a happy family. That was crueler than death itself.
Zyglavis had to bring you to the heavens. His only hope was the King. He has to help. Zyglavis knew it was risky but he had no other choice. He would just have to convince the King to save you, no matter the cost. Zyglavis quietly snuck into the room you were currently sleeping in. You were hooked up to all kinds of monitors. It pained Zyglavis to see you looking so sickly. Carefully, he removed all the tubes from your body and lifted you in his arms. From there he snapped his fingers and rushed you straight to the heavens.
The King had already known Zyglavis would come before he even arrived. A god told Zyglavis to head straight to the throne room as the King wanted to see him.
"Your Highness…!" Zyglavis rushed in the room and right up to the Kings throne, "_, she is dying. I beg you. Please save her!" Zyglavis fell to his knees, pleading with the King. You remained in his arms, unmoving.
"Stand up." The King gestured to Zyglavis with his hand, "You are too blame for her current condition. Loving a human and having a child with them, did you think any good would come of this?"
Zyglavis knew the King might say something like this but it still stung. Zyglavis stood up and firmly met the Kings gaze, "I know. I understand that. But… I love her! We may be different but that difference isn't necessarily a bad thing. Together we have learned things we never would have learned apart." Zyglavis says, his tone full of desperation. He glances sadly at your still form, "I love her with all my heart. I can no longer return to how things were after she showed me what it means to love and forgive and even trust in others." Zyglavis's eyes return to the Kings, "Without her I'm nothing. A god I may be but I'm powerless without her, I want us both to be happy...together. So please. Save her!"
The King silently listened to his every word. Zyglavis watched anxiously waiting for the King to speak. Every passing second feeling like an eternity. Finally, the King's lips started to move, Zyglavis waited with baited breath hoping with all his heart you would be saved.
"Very well." The King started to smile, "I didn't much like the idea of her dying, myself. You have proven to me your love is indeed genuine." The King stood from his throne and stepped down walking up to Zyglavis, "Come. Let's go to your room."
The King and Zyglavis hurried to his room. The King ordered some goddesses to also join them. Once in the room, Zyglavis gently placed you on his bed. At this point your breathing had become rather shallow and your life force was fading. Zyglavis grew ever more worried but the King remained calm.
"Do not worry. Everything will be okay." The King grabbed one of your cold hands and clasped both his hands around it. A faint glow started to emit from his clasped hands. Moments later you opened your eyes, shocked. "Wh-What is happening?" You looked around in a daze.
Zyglavis was besides himself to see you awake, "_!" Zyglavis kneeled down beside you and grabbed your other hand. "Zyglavis?" You weakly mumbled his name. "I'm right here. Don't worry. Everything will be okay." Zyglavis says, his smile rather emotional.
You were suddenly hit by labor pains as the baby was finally coming. "Ahhh!" You groaned in pain. Zyglavis eyes widened with worry but The King said, "It's time." It was like he knew this would happen next. "I've been pouring energy into her body. Now it is time to deliver the baby."
The goddesses played their part in helping with the birth. The King sat on one side holding your hand sharing his energy and on the other side Zyglavis held your hand, worrying like a concerned partner and father to be.
You started to push with all your might and at the same time crushing both the King and Zyglavis's hand. Neither said anything about it, though. Zyglavis did go pale, however, and thought he would pass out through the child birth. He was almost hyperventilating from breathing too fast. After everything that had happened he never had a chance to prepare himself for this and so his usual, calm and cool demeanor was nowhere to be seen. It was safe to say he was a complete and utter mess. The way he was acting one would think he was having the baby. The King several time had to stifle his laughter seeing Zyglavis so worked up.
At last the baby was born. It's cries filling the otherwise quiet room. Once the baby was finally out you collapsed back on the bed utterly exhausted. The King finally let go of your hand and stood up. Zyglavis, still worried, looked towards him. "Do not fear. Everything will be all right now." He smiled and left the room.
The goddesses cleaned off the baby and wrapped it in a blanket and then brought it to Zyglavis. "Congratulations, It's a girl." The goddess holding the baby said and handed her to Zyglavis before leaving the room with the other goddess.
The two of you were now alone with your newly born daughter.
"I can't believe this is finally happening. I never thought I'd see the day." Zyglavis sounds rather emotional as he looks at his daughter, his eyes tearing up. "Hello, little one. It's nice to finally meet you." Zyglavis smiles and sits down besides you so you could also see her. "Look, _, we have a baby girl." Zyglavis was a proud new father, he was overjoyed to have been able to save you and his daughter, this moment truly was special and one that would never be forgotten.
"She's beautiful." You smile. "Hello, beautiful." You gently touch your daughter's cheek as she slept soundly in Zyglavis's arms. "So adorable. I wish this moment could last forever." Zyglavis looked too adorable holding his daughter in his arms, looking both nervous and happy at the same time.
"She is so tiny and delicate… I feel like I may crush her by accident." Zyglavis says, adjusting his grip so it wasn't too loose or too tight, "What shall we name her?" Zyglavis suddenly asks.
"Hmm." You cocked your head to the side as you thought about it. "How about Mirai? It means miracle." Zyglavis was silent for a moment before looking at his daughter and smiling, "I think it sounds perfect. She is our little Mirai. It truly was a miracle we get to be together as happy family like this now." You felt a gentle warm overflow within you seeing Zyglavis looking so happy. You can only imagine how distraught he was when you nearly died.
The smile you were enjoying seeing so much right now, the happiness he was experiencing this moment, it was moments away from being lost forever. You felt a slight pang in your heart thinking of Zyglavis's world being shattered if he lost you. You were so grateful to the King and Zyglavis himself for saving you and preventing such a future to pass.
"From now on we are going to be happy together, I swear it." Zyglavis declared suddenly bringing you back to reality. "Our happy little family." Zyglavis says, his face relaxing into a gentle smile.
Carefully he places Mirai in your arms and then places the softest and sweetest kiss on your forehead, cheek and then lips, "_, Thank you for bringing me so much happiness and joy. We have busy days ahead of us but together we can do anything. I look forward to raising Mirai together with you and more importantly always being together as a happy family." He says and places one more kiss on your lips as he whispers, "I love you, both of you, my beautiful goddesses."
