Days passed. Kate went to see Ara every day. She had to remain under observation until the baby could be stabilized. Like Kate, Bastien also went daily. Sometimes Kate would leave as soon as Bastien arrived, and other times he would stay. He sat silently on the couch, staring at his phone, pretending he didn’t exist. Just hearing Kate’s voice made him happy.

—Kate, your belly is getting bigger.

—Yes, my baby moves a lot, especially at night. Like now—look, touch. —Ara placed her hand on the bel