Prologue Part 2: A New Addition to the Romanoff Family

June 20th, 1929. At the delivery room of the Winter Palace. Alexander paced back and forth as he waited outside. 

Rolan followed his movement with his eyes, amused at Alexander's action. Of course, it was natural for Alexander to act like that when behind that door, Sophie is giving birth to their child. 

"Look, how many times do I have to tell you Alexander that everything is going to be fine," Rolan said casually in a reassuring tone. "Look, she's being taken care of by a group of expert doctors that you handpicked yourself, so why won't you remain still?" 

"You don't understand Rolan. Even with those guarantees, there are still chances of failure. And I'm getting worried if that happens." 

Rolan sighed and glanced at one of Alexander's sisters, Christina specifically. "Uhm…Your Imperial Highness, I think my words are not getting through to him. I know this would look like I'm overstepping my bounds but may I request that you calm him down?"