"Milton, I…" Liora hesitated, searching for the right words. "I'm pregnant." The words hung in the air, heavy with meaning. "We're going to have a child."
For a moment, silence enveloped them. Milton's eyes widened in shock, and Liora held her breath, waiting for his response. A whirlwind of emotions flickered across his face—surprise, joy, and then a deep sense of responsibility.
"Are you certain?" he finally asked, stepping closer, his voice barely above a whisper.
Liora nodded, tears welling in her eyes. "I didn't want to keep it from you. I was afraid of how you would react, especially with everything we face. But I couldn't hide it any longer."
Milton's expression softened, and he enveloped her in a tight embrace, his heart swelling with love and protectiveness. "This is… incredible, Liora. A child! Our child! You have given me a new purpose."