Part 2 Chapter 10
Chapter 10: The Light We Bear 2004 The Birth The first time Tara held Indra in her arms, the world seemed to pause. His small, fragile body, wrapped in a soft hospital blanket, radiated a warmth that melted every bit of worry she had carried for months. His eyes, though barely open, seemed to hold the promise of something beautiful. But getting to this moment hasn't been easy. It was supposed to be a natural delivery, or at least that’s what Tara and Arman had prepared for. But as the hours of labor stretched on, complications arose. The doctor’s calm demeanor began to falter, replaced by a quiet urgency that sent Tara’s heart racing. “Tara, we’re going to need to do an emergency C-section,” the doctor said gently but firmly. Tara’s grip on Arman’s hand tightened. “What’s happening? Is the baby okay?” Her voice was trembling, her face pale with exhaustion and fear. “The baby’s heart rate is dropping,” the doctor explained. “We need to act quickly.” Arman, usually the picture of c...