The temperature at the depths of the sea was a tad too cold for An'an. After living underwater for a few days, Bluepool brought her back to the island.
After that day, An'an's stomach started growing visibly bigger.
Merfolks' gestation period was around 50 days. In the blink of an eye, the due date was about to arrive.
Bluepool went out less frequently and tried his best to stay by An'an's side. He most enjoyed caressing her stomach and speaking to it.
"I was just saying that we need to go ashore to pick cotton flowers since they're nearly used up. Unexpectedly, you stopped bleeding after you got pregnant. How nice."
Bluepool pressed against An'an's round belly and listened for a while. Looking up, he smiled at her and said, "After they hatch, I'll be able to go out with peace of mind. When they grow a bit older, we can let them do the chores while I accompany you every day. Okay?"
