Lirien's POV
The room felt much quieter after Jax and Theo left.
Not empty.
Just peaceful.
Their laughter still seemed to linger in the air, along with the scent of coffee and breakfast pastries they had brought. The colorful gift bags they had left behind sat neatly in the corner of the room, waiting to be opened later.
For now, though, everything was calm.
The morning sunlight streamed through the large hospital window, filling the room with a warm golden glow.
I leaned back against the pillows and let out a slow breath.
My body still hurt.
Every muscle ached.
Even lifting my arms felt difficult.
The doctors had warned me that recovery after delivering triplets would take time.
But despite the pain, I felt lighter than I had in months.
Maybe years.
I turned my head toward the three bassinets beside my bed.
Dasien was sleeping peacefully.
Valiera had one tiny hand tucked beneath her cheek.
Lirael's lips were slightly parted as he slept.
