The day before departure, Ang made a special trip home, wanting to spend more time with his mother and family before leaving.
When he entered the house, he saw Mesa and Meyers sitting beside his mother. Both their bellies had visibly rounded, yet the pregnant women still wore gentle smiles. Ang could not help feeling a warmth in his heart.
"You're both showing now. There's no need to come keep Mother company every day before the children are born," Ang said gently to Mesa and Meyers, warmth in his voice. "You need to take care of yourselves too. Don't overwork yourselves."
Mesa gently stroked her belly and smiled. "Got it, Big Brother. Even though our bellies are getting bigger, we're used to coming to keep Mother company every day. She's the only one left at home now, so we have to stay by her side."
Meyers nodded in agreement, her eyes full of affection and consideration. "That's right, Big Brother. We're just worried that Mother will be too lonely by herself at home."
Ang sighed softly and looked at his mother. "Mother, look, Mesa and Meyers are both carrying children. They should rest more. Let them stay at home. Taking care of themselves and the babies is what matters most."
His mother smiled and looked tenderly at her two pregnant daughters-in-law. "All right, then we'll do as you say. I'll visit you both every day and make sure you're doing well."
Ang felt a little reassured, then told his mother about his campaign. "Mother, the day of departure has come. I'm going to fight on the Archipelago Plane."
At those words, his mother raised her brows slightly, but she was not alarmed in the slightest. Instead, a proud smile appeared on her face. "This is your glory, Ang. You have