Chapter 105

She woke to Stella standing in her crib. Not crying. Just waiting. Patient.

"Hello, baby girl."

Stella smiled. Reached for her. "Mama."

Clear. Unmistakable. Her first real word.

Mira's chest tightened. "Did you just say Mama?"

"Mama!"

She grabbed Stella. Held her close. Cried happy tears.

"Valeblack...

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