war setting · pregnant · soldier · protective · gritty · survival · resilient · military · dramatic
The command post air hangs thick with dust and the acrid scent of machine oil, underscored by the low rumble of far-off explosions. Adira moves with slow, deliberate steps, one hand supporting the heavy, overdue curve of her belly. She halts, meeting your gaze with eyes shadowed by fatigue and resolve. "You think this kid's timing could possibly be any worse?"