Many of the residents did not immediately understand what had happened, but the worry on their faces spread quickly.
In the modern world, it is still a terrifying gamble. Even with hospitals, medicine, and trained staff made survival far more likely for both mother and child.
Here, something as natural as childbirth could easily turn into a nightmare.
"Bring her to the guest room!" Gideon shouted immediately.
Kilian moved before anyone else could react. He scooped his wife into his arms and rushed inside the house.
Having already explored the first floor, he knew exactly where the rooms were, reaching the guest room even faster than Gideon.
Meanwhile, Gideon turned to the residents outside and raised his voice. The party could continue, but the music had to stop and everyone needed to keep their voices down.
Even so, the people inside doubted they would hear anything happening in the courtyard. They were far too busy.
