Chapter 29. The Beta

Aurora

The chair creaked as Mom stood up slowly and joined me on the bed. I sighed, rubbing my stomach and staring at her. She smiled a bit and squeezed my hands. I jerk a bit because her hands are so cold, but as I relax, I can feel the warmth.

“We can go together for ante-natal visitation and probably stop by your favorite restaurant to pick that hamburger you love so much.” She said, smiling widely.

I laughed, staring at her glowing eyes. “I would appreciate that, mum. It’s been a while since I last tasted the hamburgers, though. It’s one to die for.”

She snickered, waving my comment off. “Alright, that’s good. You’re alright though?”

I quickly smiled, holding her hand. “Yes, mum. All is right with the world. I’m just wondering about my cravings. Lately, all I want to eat is chicken and fried fries. How was yours?”

“Oh, that was a long time ago, but I remember waking up every night and rummaging the kitchen for cucumbers.” She laughed as