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The sterile glow of Sickbay illuminated Spock’s distended form as he sat rigidly on the bio-bed, eight months along. His pointed ears twitched at every contraction, a stoic mask barely containing his distress. Beside him, Jim paced frantically, his brow furrowed with anxiety, constantly checking vitals. The air was thick with tension and the scent of antiseptic. Dr. Phlox entered, his Vulcan features serious, signaling that the wait was over. The baby was coming now.