"What's wrong?" Nathaniel almost immediately sensed something was off the moment the girl in his arms seemed lost in thought.

His voice was gentle as he softly grasped her wrist, patiently coaxing her back.

The doctor had warned him that expectant mothers could be emotionally unstable, so he made sure to keep a close eye on her.

Nathaniel followed these instructions meticulously.

In truth, it wasn't just the doctor's advice.

Every time he saw Celeste upset, his ...