Lucca and the others were heading toward the clinic. Ara carried the baby sleeping in her arms, and the girls came in with tears in their eyes. Could it be true? Had Kate finally woken up? Lucca carefully opened the door, and they walked in silently. When they looked at the bed, Bastien was holding Kate in his arms, both asleep. Lucca gestured for silence; he knew Bastien hadn’t slept in days.

Everyone stayed quiet, but Adeline had other plans and let out a small cry, waking both Bastien and Kate.

—Kate! —the girls ran to her as Bastien reached out his arms for them to hand him the baby.

Ara turned and slowly placed her in his arms. Kate smiled; Bastien helped her hold her because her arms were weak. Looking at her, Kate spoke:

—Hello, little princess, how have you been? You’re beautiful. —The baby smiled upon hearing her mother’s voice, making Kate shed a tear. She looked at Bastien—. She’s perfect; she has your eyes.

—We don’t know yet; they change color as they grow. —The girls wer