The Burden of Memory

KELLAN'S POV

When Piper's breathing finally evened out, I turned my head slightly and looked at her.

The room was dark and quiet, but I couldn't sleep yet.

For a moment, I simply watched her. Her hand was resting protectively over her stomach, and a few strands of hair had fallen across her face. Carefully, I reached over and brushed them away before leaning down to kiss her forehead.

"My sweet Pi