Celina and Zoe were in a luxury boutique, surrounded by racks of fine fabrics and dazzling displays. Zoe, as lively and straightforward as ever, walked through the aisles with unrestrained excitement, helping Celina pick out outfits that flattered her figure—especially now that pregnancy was starting to bring small but noticeable changes.“This red dress will look stunning on you, girl,” Zoe said, holding the piece up against Celina’s body to get a better look. “But enjoy it while you can, because pretty soon you’ll need a whole new wardrobe. That belly’s going to grow, and trust me—it won’t show mercy.”Celina laughed softly, sharing in the moment.“I know, Zoe. I barely settled into these clothes and I’m already thinking I’ll have to replace everything soon.” She caressed her stomach tenderly. “But honestly, I love it. Thor’s just as excited as I am.”“And he should be,” Zoe grinned, handing her another dress. “Try this one too. The color will make those green eyes of yours pop.”As

Celina and Zoe arrived at the mansion laughing, chatting, and juggling their shopping bags like two teenagers coming home from an unforgettable adventure. The lighthearted, carefree mood clashed with the stillness of the house. The sound of Celina’s heels echoed against the marble floor, blending with the soft jingle of Zoe’s bracelets.As they crossed the grand hall, Celina spotted Thor seated in the spacious living room, a glass of whiskey in his hand, his gaze lost somewhere in the distance. When she saw him, her expression softened into a warm smile, and she walked over to him.“Hey, love,” she greeted, leaning down to kiss him.Thor returned the kiss but didn’t smile. His eyes swept over her slowly before he asked, his tone calm but sharp:“Do you know what time it is, Celina?”The question, dry and measured, cut through the light mood still lingering between the two women. Zoe, sensing the sudden tension, straightened immediately.“Well… good night, you two. I’m gonna head upsta

It had been three days since Thor had left on his business trip, and Celina was already missing him intensely. The mansion felt too big without his presence, and the quiet moments seemed to echo through the halls. Zoe was still with Arthur. That morning, the pale winter sunlight filtered through the windows, gently warming the room as Celina lingered in bed. With a soft sigh, she reached for her phone, eager to see if there was any new message from Thor.There it was — a short note he’d sent just a few hours earlier:"Good morning, my love. I miss you. Today will be a busy day, but I’ll call as soon as I can. I love you. Take good care of our babies."Celina smiled, feeling a wave of warmth spread through her chest. Then, something else caught her eye — an unexpected email. Emma Callahan. The dean of the university had written her a friendly invitation for an afternoon coffee, away from the academic environment. Emma suggested an informal meeting, just to chat about life and literatur

When Thor left the university, he drove straight home. The road to the mansion felt longer than usual — as if the sheer anticipation of seeing Celina made time itself slow down. When he finally parked in the vast garage, he was greeted by the loyal butler, waiting with his usual composure.“Where’s Celina?” Thor asked, his pace quickening, his entire body aching to be near her.“Mrs. Celina is asleep, sir,” the butler replied with a faint, polite smile.Thor frowned, glancing at his watch. It was nearly eleven in the morning.“She’s still sleeping at this hour? Has she eaten?”The butler, always precise, explained, “She woke up early, had breakfast, and said she’d rest a bit more. She knew you were supposed to arrive this afternoon.”Thor’s chest warmed at her thoughtfulness — the simple act of respecting his schedule made him smile. Without another word, he climbed the stairs and went straight to their bedroom.When he opened the door, the sight that met him made every exhausting day

Thor and Arthur returned to the mansion nearly two hours later, triumphant from their “mission.” Thor proudly carried the bags — steaming-hot coxinhas, ice-cold açaí, bottles of Guaraná soda, and a generous stash of paçoca. Arthur followed close behind, balancing the boxes as if he were transporting treasure.As soon as they stepped into the house, Zoe and Celina jumped off the couch.“Finally!” Celina exclaimed with a huge grin, immediately snatching the bag of coxinhas. “You two just saved a starving pregnant woman!”“A starving woman and a glutton,” Arthur muttered to Thor, earning a sharp glare from Zoe.“I heard that!” she warned, pointing a finger at him. “Careful, Arthur. I may be small, but I’m fast!”Celina was already seated, devouring her first coxinha with such pure joy that everyone burst into laughter.“This right here,” she sighed, closing her eyes in bliss, “tastes like it was made in heaven. And this Guaraná… oh my God, you guys are legends.”“You deserve it, my love,