Double Mother: The Miracle Woven by Haruka and Mana's Love - Chapter 10

The living room table was lined with a colorful array of dishes, like a Viking feast. Haruka and Mana stared at the spread before them and instinctively exchanged glances.

“I ended up making so much. I hope it’s okay…”

Though Haruka furrowed her brow with slight concern, she was already reaching for the salad. The dressing generously coating the vegetables sparkled, making it look incredibly appetizing.

“Mmm… It’s fine, it’s fine! It’s for the baby too!”

Mana said cheerfully as she brought a freshly fried cutlet to her mouth. With a satisfying crunch, a smile spread across her face.

“Mmm, it’s delicious after all!”

Seeing that expression, Haruka couldn’t help but smile too. Then, the two began eating in earnest. As if their appetites were unstoppable, they reached for dish after dish.

Cutlets, pizza, pasta, and even cake—they wanted to eat everything, regardless of the type of cuisine.

“Hey, this is delicious too!”

What Mana recommended to Haruka was pasta loaded with cream. Haruka twirled it around her fork and brought it to her mouth, nodding involuntarily at the rich flavor.

“You’re right! It’s really delicious.”

Haruka suddenly looked down at her own stomach and chuckled softly. She could feel her belly gradually growing larger, and while she would have worried about eating too much before, now she didn’t mind at all.

“Oh no, I’m going to get fat~”

When Haruka said this jokingly, Mana shrugged lightly.

“It’s fine! It’s for the baby to grow healthy. Besides, if we both get fat, there’s nothing to be scared of!”

Laughing together, they reached for more food again. The happiness they felt with every bite filled their hearts. Perhaps the sense of security they felt came from sharing this experience together.

“Whew! I’m definitely full now.”

Haruka finally put down her fork and placed a hand on her stomach. The feeling of fullness spread slowly, feeling wonderfully comfortable.

“Yeah. We’re full, but happy.”

Mana stroked her own stomach just like Haruka and smiled. Both of their bellies were gradually rounding out, taking on a shape that seemed to pulse with life.

“Hey, shall we take a bath?”

When Haruka suggested it, Mana nodded immediately.

“Yeah! Let’s go in together.”

Holding hands affectionately, they headed to the bathroom. The bathroom, faintly filled with steam, was bathed in warm light. As the warmth of the water enveloped their bodies, the post-meal fullness and fatigue seemed to melt away pleasantly.

In the steamy bathroom, Mana carefully washed Haruka’s back. Though her movements were a bit awkward while carrying her enlarged belly, Mana’s touch remained gentle and meticulous. The lathered soap slid over Haruka’s pale back. Feeling the sensation, Haruka closed her eyes slightly.

“It’s nice taking a bath together like this.”

At Mana’s whisper-like voice, Haruka felt her heart grow warm.

“Yeah, really it’s comforting.”

Mana’s fingertips touching Haruka’s back seemed to magically dissolve her fatigue. Though the physical changes from pregnancy had recently made her back feel stiff, each time Mana’s palms touched her, the discomfort seemed to ease little by little.

“Your hair has gotten so beautiful, Haruka-chan.”

Mana said as she gently lifted Haruka’s long hair. Since becoming pregnant, Haruka’s black hair had grown more lustrous. Mana combed through it with her fingers, cherishing the texture from the bottom of her heart.

“Really? Your skin has gotten so smooth lately, Mana-chan.”

When Haruka turned around, she could see Mana’s cheeks faintly flushed from the steam. Her expression was so adorable that Haruka couldn’t help but smile.

“Geez, Haruka-chan…”

When Mana shyly averted her eyes, Haruka smiled gently. A peaceful atmosphere flowed between them, as if the world had become theirs alone.

“Hey, Mana-chan.”

“What?”

“The babies must be feeling good too, right?”

As Haruka said this and placed a hand on her stomach, Mana also stroked her own belly. In the bathtub, four lives were being nurtured peacefully. The thought filled them with quiet emotion.

“Yeah, I’m sure. They must be feeling as secure as we are.”

Mana rested her chin on Haruka’s shoulder and hugged her gently from behind. Their large bellies touched, and they chuckled softly at the sensation.

The evening light streaming through the bathroom window mixed with the steam, creating a dreamlike atmosphere. In the space where only the faint sound of the shower and their quiet breathing could be heard, it felt like a special time set apart from the noise of everyday life.

“Your hands are so gentle, Mana-chan…”

At Haruka’s soft murmur, Mana felt deeply moved.

“I’m happy because you seem to be enjoying it, Haruka-chan.”

Mana’s fingers moved slowly from Haruka’s nape to her shoulders. As if in response to the motion, Haruka’s tension gradually eased. Their physical changes and anxieties seemed to naturally soften through this contact.

As quiet time passed, they shared something beyond words. It was deep trust, boundless affection, and a firm promise for the future they would walk together.

“Spending time together like this feels so special. Knowing we have babies makes it feel different from before.”

At Mana’s words, Haruka nodded. The fact that they both carried new life within them deepened their bond.

After getting out of the bath, they naturally held hands as they headed to bed. Haruka pulled the blanket closer, and Mana slipped in beside her.

“Hey, we ate a lot again today.”

“Yeah, but it was happy. The babies must be pleased too, I’m sure.”

They laughed together and naturally drew their faces closer. Haruka lightly stroked Mana’s hair with her fingers, and Mana placed her hand on Haruka’s cheek in return. As the quiet of the night enveloped them, they closed their eyes gently, as if confirming each other’s presence.

“Goodnight, Mana-chan.”

“Goodnight, Haruka-chan.”

Their hands remained firmly clasped as the peaceful night slowly drifted by.