Chapter 68

As the festivities wound down and the guests bid their farewells, Ryder's joy was palpable from the news we had received earlier. The prospect of becoming parents filled him with an unmistakable sense of happiness.

Retreating to our chambers, Ryder drew me close, his voice a soft murmur against my ear. "I am so happy right now, my love," he confessed.

My heart swelled with happiness as I returned his embrace, my hand instinctively resting on my stomach. "I know," I replied, my voice filled with excitement. "I can't wait to embark on this new journey together."

Ryder's tender kiss filled me with warmth, his affectionate gesture melting away any lingering worries. With our child on the way, he seemed imbued with a newfound sense of purpose, a driving force to build a brighter future for our growing family and our kingdom.

Snuggling close, Ryder and I savored the qu