Months later
It has been months since the attack.
My stomach has grown round and heavy, and my feet always hurt. The baby has started moving, and he kicks at the most appropriate moments, attracting all the attention away from me. Especially during the few Council meetings that I attend. My son is so active then! I bet he's interested in politics and that he'll become a wise ruler one day!
I have to admit that the reactions I see are no better. My son isn't even a baby yet, but those surrounding us are adults, for goodness!
Usually, Ignis leans back on his seat and frowns, still offended since the lightning incident. Marius bites his lips to hide any thought, but I can tell he's feeling a lot of emotions.
My uncle smiles, all happy, just like the Minister of Foreign Affairs. The only one keeping his cool is the Chancellor.