EPILOGUE

KAIA

Nine months later…

Pain rips through my body, and I scream.

"I know, amor. I know." Vincent's voice is rough with worry. His hand grips mine so tight I think he might break my fingers, but I hold on harder.

"You're doing so well," Dr. Tracy says from between my legs. "One more push, Kaia. Just one more."

I shake my head, gasping for air. "I can't—"

"You can." Vincent leans down, his forehead pressed against mine. Through the bond, I feel his absolute faith in me. His love. His ...