Time ticked by slowly, and everyone waited outside the operating room, yet none showed any concern for Ruby Mercer.
Though the Elder was aged, he stayed outside the operating room for the sake of his grandson.
Unlike the quiet outside, the operating room was filled with the sounds of machines and surgical equipment.
Astrid stood beside Ruby Mercer, speaking incessantly,
"Young Madam, push harder, don't fall asleep, Young Master Christopher is coming soon."
"Young Madam, do you remember how hard the baby kicked you? Do you want to see the baby born? The doctor said he can see the baby's head."
"Young Madam, the doctor said the head is out, push a little more!"
"Young Madam, it must be very painful, right? The baby seems to know your pain, crying so loudly!"
"Young Madam, there's another baby, the doctor said they need to perform a cesarean."
"Young Madam, can you hear me speaking..."
"Young Madam, don't die!"
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