Chapter 45. New Beginnings, Old Wounds

Damon POV

“She’s beautiful,” I whispered as the baby cooed, her little blue eyes staring up at me. “What are you planning to name her?” I asked, but Stella had already passed out. 

The doctors and nurses urged me to step out with the baby as they began using magic to heal Stella. 

My heart tightened with worry as I watched them work. When I stepped outside, Julie and Dexter’s eyes widened, but then softened when they saw the child in my arms.

“She looks like a mini Stella,” Julie murmured.

“Can I…?” she asked. 

I nodded and gently placed the baby in her arms. Julie began playing with the baby, and Dexter looked on, his eyes filled with admiration for his mate. I could tell he was