Lovers Of The Night

23: A new home for Asteria luna

Chapter 23: A New Home for Asteria Luna

Once the laughter had subsided and Asteria Luna had fallen back into a peaceful sleep, Odette decided it was time for their daughter to have her own space. She stood up, cradling Asteria Luna in her arms, and made her way towards Tom's room.

Tom watched as Odette left the room, his gaze softening. He then turned to Bill, Gustav, and George, a serious look on his face. "Let's try to keep the noise down, guys," he said, his tone firm. They nodded, understanding the importance of the request.

Meanwhile, Odette entered Tom's room, her eyes scanning the space. It was a large room, filled with Tom's belongings. But there was enough space for a small crib, a little corner for Asteria Luna.

She walked over to the bed, gently laying Asteria Luna down. The baby stirred a little, her tiny fists curling and uncurling, but she didn't wake up. Odette watched her for a moment, her heart filled with a profound love.

She then left the room, making her way to the storage room where they kept the crib. It was a beautiful crib, white with soft bedding, perfect for their little star. She spent the next few minutes setting it up in Tom's room, placing it near the bed where she had laid Asteria Luna.

Once she was done, she carefully lifted Asteria Luna, placing her into the crib. The baby let out a soft sigh in her sleep, her tiny hand reaching out to grip the edge of the blanket.

Odette looked at her daughter, her heart swelling with love. This was their family, their little corner of the world. It was a new beginning, a new journey, and she couldn't wait to see where it would take them.

As she left the room, she couldn't help but smile. Tom's room had become their room, a space for their family. And she knew that it was just the beginning of their beautiful journey together.

{11:59pm}

After spending some time with Bill, Gustav, and George, Tom decided to retire to his room. As he walked down the hallway, he could hear the soft hum of the house, a comforting sound that made him smile.

As he opened the door to his room, he was met with a sight that took his breath away. There, on the floor next to the crib, was Odette, fast asleep. Her hand was resting on the edge of the crib, her face peaceful in slumber.

Tom couldn't help but smile at the sight. It was a picture of pure love, of pure contentment. He quietly walked over to her, careful not to wake her or Asteria Luna.

He looked at his daughter, sleeping peacefully in the crib. Her tiny chest was rising and falling with each breath, her tiny fingers curled around a blanket. She was the most beautiful thing he had ever seen, a miracle that he still couldn't believe was real.

He then turned his gaze to Odette, her face relaxed in sleep. She must have fallen asleep while watching over Asteria Luna, he thought. His heart swelled with love for her, for the lengths she would go to ensure their daughter's safety and comfort.

Not wanting to disturb her, he gently lifted Odette from the floor, carrying her to the bed. He tucked her in, making sure she was comfortable before turning off the lights.

As he laid down next to her, he couldn't help but feel a sense of peace wash over him. This was his family, his world. And as he closed his eyes, listening to the soft breathing of Odette and Asteria Luna, he knew that he wouldn't trade this moment for anything in the world.

{6:00}am morning

The night passed peacefully, the house wrapped in a blanket of silence. As the first rays of the morning sun peeked through the window, a soft noise filled the room. It was the soft cooing of a baby, a sound that was both new and delightful to the household.

Tom and Odette, still wrapped in the warmth of their sleep, stirred as the noise grew louder. Their eyes fluttered open, their gazes meeting in a sleepy confusion. The noise was coming from their bed, a place where they didn't expect to hear it.

They turned to look and their eyes widened in surprise. There, in the middle of their bed, was Asteria Luna. She was awake, her tiny hands flailing in the air, her mouth open in a wide yawn.

"But...how?" Tom stammered, his gaze moving between Asteria Luna and the crib. The crib was empty, the blankets neatly folded. There was no way Asteria Luna could have moved from the crib to their bed.

Odette was equally confused, her mind trying to piece together the puzzle. "Did you bring her here, Tom?" she asked, her gaze fixed on their daughter.

Tom shook his head, his confusion growing. "No, I thought you did," he replied, his gaze meeting Odette's.

As they tried to figure out the mystery, Asteria Luna continued to coo, her tiny hands reaching out towards them. She seemed content, her eyes sparkling with joy.

Despite their confusion, Tom and Odette couldn't help but smile. Their daughter was full of surprises, bringing joy and wonder into their lives. And as they cuddled their little miracle, they knew that this was just the beginning of their journey as a family. A journey filled with love, laughter, and a fair share of surprises.

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As the morning sun rose higher, filling the room with a warm glow, Tom and Odette sat in bed, Asteria Luna between them. They were still trying to figure out how their little one had managed to get out of her crib and onto their bed.

Suddenly, Asteria Luna began to move. Her tiny hands pushed against the soft bedding, her body wobbling as she tried to sit up. Tom and Odette watched in awe as their daughter, with a determined look on her face, managed to sit up on her own.

But Asteria Luna didn't stop there. With a giggle, she started to crawl, her tiny hands and knees moving in a surprisingly quick rhythm. She crawled from one end of the bed to the other, her laughter filling the room.

Tom and Odette watched in disbelief as their little girl moved with such speed and agility. They looked at each other, their eyes wide with surprise and admiration.

"She's...she's so fast," Tom stammered, his gaze fixed on Asteria Luna.

Odette nodded, a proud smile on her face. "She's our little crawler," she said, her voice filled with love and pride.

As they watched Asteria Luna explore the bed, their hearts filled with love and admiration. Their little girl was growing, learning new things every day. And they were there to witness it all, to share in her joy and wonder.

They knew that this was just the beginning, that there were many more milestones to come. And they couldn't wait to experience them all, to watch their little star shine brighter with each passing day.

*Time skip*

Asteria bath time)))

After a morning filled with surprises and laughter, Tom and Odette decided it was time for Asteria Luna's bath. They filled the baby tub with warm water, added a few drops of baby soap, and gathered all the necessary items.

With Asteria Luna in Odette's arms, they gently lowered her into the tub. The warm water made her giggle, her tiny hands splashing the water. Tom and Odette couldn't help but laugh at her delight, their hearts filled with joy.

Odette gently washed Asteria Luna, her hands moving with care over her tiny body. Tom helped, pouring warm water over Asteria Luna's body to rinse off the soap. Their daughter giggled throughout the bath, her eyes sparkling with joy.

"Bath time is fun, isn't it, Asteria Luna?" Odette cooed, her voice filled with affection.

Tom watched them, his heart swelling with love. This was their family, their little world filled with love and laughter. And he wouldn't trade it for anything in the world.

Once the bath was over, they wrapped Asteria Luna in a soft towel, drying her off gently. She continued to giggle, her tiny hands reaching out to grab at the towel.

"Bath time is over, little one," Tom said, his voice soft. "Time to get dressed."

As they dressed Asteria Luna in a soft onesie, they couldn't help but marvel at their little miracle. She was growing so fast, learning new things every day. And they were there to witness it all, to be a part of her journey.

And as they cuddled their clean, giggling baby, they knew that they were the luckiest parents in the world. They had a beautiful daughter, a family filled with love, and a home filled with laughter. And they wouldn't have it any other way

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Asteria playtime))))

After Asteria Luna's bath, it was time for some playtime. Tom and Odette spread a soft blanket on the floor and placed various toys around, creating a little play area for their daughter.

Asteria Luna, dressed in a comfortable onesie, was placed in the middle of the blanket. Her eyes sparkled with curiosity as she looked at the colorful toys around her.

Tom picked up a soft plush toy and shook it, making it rattle. Asteria Luna's eyes widened, her tiny hands reaching out to grab the toy. She giggled as she shook the toy, mimicking Tom's earlier action.

Odette watched in awe as Asteria Luna quickly learned to shake the toy. "She's so smart, Tom," she said, her voice filled with admiration.

Tom nodded, his eyes fixed on their daughter. "She's our little genius," he replied, his voice filled with pride.

They continued to play with Asteria Luna, introducing her to different toys. To their surprise, she quickly learned how to play with each one. She shook the rattles, squeezed the squeaky toys, and even managed to stack a few blocks.

As they watched their daughter play, they couldn't help but marvel at her quick learning ability. She was not just growing physically, but mentally too. And they were there to witness it all, to guide her, to help her learn.

Playtime ended with a tired but happy Asteria Luna falling asleep amidst her toys. As Tom and Odette picked her up and placed her in her crib, they couldn't help but feel a sense of pride. Their daughter was growing, learning, and they were a part of her journey.

As they watched Asteria Luna sleep, they knew they were ready for whatever surprises their little genius had in store for them. After all, they were a family, and they were in this journey together.