Chapter 28: Birth Of A New J

Chapter 28: Birth Of A New J

The inn's infirmary was bustling with a mixture of excitement and anxiety. James paced back and forth, unable to sit still as he awaited news of his wife Linda's delivery. Despite his immense power, the anxiety of becoming a father again never failed to unsettle him.

"She's going to be fine," his father, John, assured him from where he sat, trying to appear calm. "Just sit down and wait for the good news."

"I know, Father, but I'm still anxious and nervous. After all, that's my wife and my unborn child in there," James replied, his voice tinged with worry. The thought of Linda in pain and his child's impending arrival filled him with a mix of fear and anticipation.

John chuckled softly, glancing at James with understanding. "He's a boy," he said suddenly.

James paused in his pacing, looking at his father in surprise. "What?"

"What Gramps meant," Jack chimed in with a grin, "is that Mother is giving birth to a boy."

James nodded, his expression softening. "Oh, I know. Mom told me."

John chuckled again, a twinkle in his eyes. "Just wanted to inform you in case you didn't know. We'll have to wait a little longer for her to safely deliver the baby."

At that moment, Adams arrived with Cresil, who he had dragged along when he caught the demon heading for the red light district. The room's atmosphere was relaxed, with everyone but James seeming at ease despite the ongoing labor.

Cresil looked around, scanning the room for the women of the group. "Where are the females here? I can't see them."

The others exchanged looks, taken aback by Cresil's apparent lack of concern for Linda's condition. Even the twin elves looked at him, wondering why he hadn't inquired about Linda's health or the progress of the birth.

Cresil, noticing the scrutiny, shrugged. "What? Why are you all looking at me like that? Is it because of what I asked? Come on, I was just curious since I didn't see them, that's all."

Adams sighed, shaking his head at the incubus's single-mindedness. "You should control your womanizing habits when it comes to the women around us, Cresil. Some are taken or eyed by one of us, and two of them are married."

Cresil raised his hands defensively. "Yes, boss. But I was just curious, really."

As the conversation continued, Anderson approached Adams with a matter of business. "Adams, I heard about a potential land suitable for what you intend to do, but the problem is, it's going to be auctioned."

A frown appeared on Adams' face. Why was everything about auctions in this cultivation and fantasy world? He considered his options: buy it off before the auction date or send someone in his stead. He glanced at Cresil and Jack, a plan forming in his mind, and smiled.

"Cresil and Jack, can I have a moment with you both?" Adams asked, motioning for them to join him.

Everyone turned to look at Adams, who seemed oblivious to the conversation until Mabel nudged him.

"What? Is there something on my face?" Adams asked, feigning ignorance.

Mabel rolled her eyes. "Stop acting dumb, will you?"

Linda smiled, holding out the newborn to Adams. "I wanted you to name my son."

Adams considered the request, thoughtfully pondering names for the newborn. After a moment, he spoke up.

"What about... Jameson?" he suggested, grinning as he saw John's face light up. "As in the son of James, a befitting name for one."

John beamed, delighted by the choice, while Linda sighed, knowing she couldn't escape the tradition of 'J' names.

"As expected of the boss," John praised, nodding approvingly. "You have a great naming sense, just like this old man here. How about you name the next child Jessica and I have?"

Adams laughed, feeling honored. "It will be my privilege to name your child."

Mabel and Jessica exchanged incredulous looks. "Great naming sense, my foot," Mabel muttered.

Jessica shook her head, determined. "Who said we're having another child? That's never going to happen."

Mabel and Jessica's simultaneous retort elicited laughter from the group, lightening the mood.

Awar, who had been lounging lazily nearby, yawned and stretched. "Alright, since everything is fine and sorted out, the mother and the child need some rest."

Everyone knew Awar's statement was an attempt to disperse the crowd so he could nap. His antics drew more laughter, and gradually, the group began to disperse, leaving Linda and her newborn to enjoy some peace.

A/N

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