Chapter 313: The Answer & the Arrival of the US Pacific Fleet

Hearing the news, Richard stood momentarily frozen, the weight of Sara's words slowly sinking in. The reality of becoming a father, something he had scarcely allowed himself to consider amid the chaos of their current situation, was now undeniable. His initial shock gave way to a complex mix of emotions; there was fear, undoubtedly, about the timing and the world they were bringing a child into, but these feelings were quickly overshadowed by an overwhelming sense of joy and responsibility.

"Positive," he repeated softly, the word echoing in his mind as he looked at Sara, seeing her in a new light. The gravity of their shared future, intertwined with the life they would soon be responsible for, rendered him speechless for a moment longer.