Emma spoke gently:

“Sweetheart, you need to understand something. This has nothing to do with a lack of desire. In fact, it’s often the opposite. When love and care grow that deep, a man’s first instinct is to protect. The fear of hurting you — or of doing anything wrong — can be paralyzing.”

“But Emma, the doctor already said it was fine. I told him that myself.”

“That’s the logical part,” Emma replied calmly. “But what he’s feeling isn’t rational — it’s emotional. Deep down, he probably just needs a bit more time to feel safe again. That doesn’t mean he doesn’t want you. It means he loves you so much that his fear of losing you or harming the pregnancy is overwhelming his desire.”

Celina fell silent for a few seconds, absorbing every word.

“I’d never thought of it that way.”

“It’s hard to think clearly when your heart feels bruised — that’s normal,” Emma said softly. “You’re sensitive right now, and that’s part of it. But I promise you, Thor still wants you. He just needs emotional