I Became the Tutor of the Royal Twins - Side Story 18

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Side Story 18

Translator: Yonnee

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Helios’s gaze shifted to Sera. His eyes fixed on her swollen belly, which seemed too big for her small frame. There were three babies inside that small body.

Yesterday, when he asked the baby—no, babies—to move if there was just one, their movements must have been the answer to his question.

He had thought it might be twins, but triplets were entirely unexpected. He couldn’t recall anyone around them having triplets.

Could Sera’s body handle it?

Helios buried his head in his hands, his expression grave, as he confirmed the facts with the doctor once more.

“Three… Are you certain?”

“Yes, Your Majesty. Without a doubt.”

The doctor bowed deeply.

Helios swallowed hard, his emotions in turmoil, as he looked at Sera, who seemed even more shocked and worried than he was. Her small mouth was agape with surprise.

Seeing Helios’s worsening expression, the doctor cautiously continued.

“Your Majesty, I understand your concerns for Her Majesty’s health, but there is no need for such worry…”

Helios’s typically warm gaze turned icy as he looked down at the doctor.

“It’s not just twins, but triplets. Have you considered the strain this will put on her body?”

His cold voice made the doctor flinch. Even Rosé and Ferre, sensing his mood, let go of his legs and stepped back.

Sera nudged Helios gently, signaling him to calm down, and the doctor continued, still bowing.

“The late Empress also gave birth to twins at an older age. With sufficient divine power, there should be no issues.”

The doctor’s words were true. With divine power, there wouldn’t be any major problems. If Sera’s body was under strain or the babies faced any issues, Helios could intervene.

However, the hardships she would endure until giving birth would undoubtedly be tripled nonetheless.

“Sera, from now on, divine power is essential.”

Helios sighed and placed a gentle hand on her shoulder.

Sera nodded brightly.

“Of course.”

The doctor listed a few precautions for Helios and Sera to keep in mind, even though divine power mitigated major concerns. Her belly would grow significantly, making movement difficult, and the babies might be born a little early.

Rosé and Ferre, eager to be good aunt and uncle, grabbed paper and pen to take notes diligently.

* * *

As the doctor predicted, Sera’s belly began to swell rapidly. She found it increasingly difficult to move, and every time she struggled, Helios and the twins fretted over how to help her.

“Here, sit down.”

Helios helped Sera to sit in the chair. She held onto his arm and slowly lowered herself into the seat, naturally extending her legs forward.

“You’re getting better at this without me even having to ask.”

Helios knelt down and gently removed Sera’s low-heeled shoes. As she was heavily pregnant, she couldn’t reach her feet, so she always needed help putting on or taking off her shoes.

“Thank you, Heli.”

His adorable wife wiggled her dainty feet in response.

Helios brought a damp cloth and began to wipe Sera’s feet. She squirmed, trying to avoid the ticklish sensation.

“Are you trying to run away?”

“It tickles! I’m not doing it on purpose!”

“Of course not. Try to bear with it a little.”

“It’s hard to bear. Even the babies seem to find it ticklish, Heli.”

“Well then, that’s definitely a fib.”

Helios chuckled as he put down the cloth. He started massaging Sera’s feet, channeling his divine power, and she suddenly asked him a question.

“Do you have any names in mind for the babies?”

“Not yet. I was thinking we’d decide once they’re born. Do you have any names you’d like?”

There were many names they had thought of, but since they were expecting three babies, the possibilities seemed endless, and they hadn’t decided yet. They wanted to choose names that perfectly suited each child.

“Rosé and Ferre have prepared 150 names each for the babies. Each.”

“150 names?”

“Yes. So a total of 450 names.”

Rosé and Ferre were just as eager for the arrival of the babies as they were. Helios laughed heartily at his siblings’ thoroughness.

“It sounds like we should choose from their list. Picking one from 150 names will be a challenge in itself.”

“They’ll both be happy with that.”

Having finished infusing divine power, Helios helped Sera to her feet. Her belly was so large it was difficult to stand face-to-face.

“It seems like the babies will be here soon.”

Sera murmured, gently rubbing her belly.

“Are you scared?”

“No. Because you’re with me.”

Helios took her hand and carefully guided her to the bed, asking softly. He smiled quietly and kissed her on the lips.