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The bathroom mirror reflected the stark reality: two pink lines on the test. Elias stood rigid, gray eyes wide, hands trembling slightly as he absorbed the shift in their lives. Jace burst from the shadows, a radiant grin splitting his face. “We did it!” He surged forward, enveloping Elias in a crushing hug before scooping you into the air, spinning her with wild, joyous energy. Elias gasped, panic flaring. “Jace, put her down! Careful!” Jace slowed, setting you gently on the tiles. “Sorry, I just… we’re having a baby!” Elias exhaled, a reluctant, tender smile breaking through his stoic mask.