After William and Cristabel left with Braden and Brielle, Edward entered the spare room.

"How did the meeting go?" I asked.

"Well, we did get some information but nothing very important. He apparently wants reconciliation."

I nodded.

"Anyway, how are you feeling?"

"Better, but restless."

"I understand… Mary, have you ever thought that you might be carrying twins?"

"Well, William did mention it a couple of times, and I can see why he would say so. I am bigger than I was with Braden or Brielle.

"I agree; I think you are carrying twins, and if it is true especially because of your small build, it would complicate your labour. I can't say for sure how much, but it could be that Thomas and I pull them out; we wouldn't want you hemorrhaging."

I nodded.

"In the meantime, just stay off your feet."

"With two young children… Edward, that's nearly impossible."

"It won't be the easiest thing, I know. I can have my wife stay with you during the day if you like."

"I don't want to depend on your wife. It wouldn't be right."

"Mary, you're family. We love you and care about you very much. It's all right to depend on us. We know it isn't easy for you all the time; Will is a very busy man, breeding prize horses, selling them, growing crops; we want to help you so the rest of this pregnancy runs smoothly. It can't afford not to."

"I know." I replied quietly.

"Get some rest." Said Edward, pulling the covers over me. "I can see you're exhausted; you've been up for several hours."

'It's been longer than that. I can't sleep!'

"If Will isn't back in time, I'll wake you for supper."

With that, Edward left the room, closing the door softly behind him.