Cosmic War: The beginning

Birth of the Red One

The world of Etern had always been an enchanting world of both natural and man-made wonders. Its majestic landscapes stretched as far as the eye could see, adorned with vibrant colors, exotic flora, and extraordinary creatures. Mankind had flourished on this paradise, and their advancements in technology were nothing short of remarkable.

However, beneath the veneer of progress and beauty, Etern harbored a dark secret – the practice of all detestable things, the importance of companionship, trust, loyalty, honesty, understanding and most especially, Love, had been forsaken.

In a world where physical ailments were virtually nonexistent, the value of these connections had been forgotten. It was a paradox of eternal life without the essence of life. A detached limb would regenerate over night and skin-related injuries would heal without a scar.

It was the 11th day of the Post-glacious season, the first month of the year.

In room 42 of the Nirvana birthing chamber, a black-haired woman screamed out in pain with her legs wide open whilst squeezing the bed rail.

"Almost there, keep pushing". One of the mid wives said while placing her hands to support the incoming child's head.

"AARGGHHHH!"

After a painful long push, the baby came rushing out into the mid-wife's palms. They immediately covered and cleaned him with a towel as he let out a loud cry.

"Woahhh, he's one healthy boy, he's likely to be full of energy, congratulations ma'am".
One of the mid-wives said as she handed the new born to his mother.

Sweaty and fatigued, she received her babe with anticipation.

She immediately smiled and started playing with him.

"He somewhat looks like me". She said as she looked at him closely.

"Its not surprising, you have strong facial features". One of the mid-wives said.

'I wonder when I'd have my own babe'. One of them whined silently with watery eyes.

They went to call the father as the mother continued to play with her new born child.

The father placed his two hands on his head as he sat patiently for the result.

"You can come in now sir, your wife has finally put to birth".

Hearing this, the babe's father ran into the birthing room. Opening the door, he shone is eyes as he saw his wife playing with the babe with a warm and gentle smile. He was struck with goosebumps and tears rolled down his face.

He went to them slowly with his mouth open.

"Oh darling, look at your little one". The mother said.

Not looking at the babe, he gently wrapped his hands around his wife, giving her a warm gentle hug.

"I'm- I'm sorry I wasn't here for you! I was scared! I didn't want to see you scream out in pain! I'm sorry! I'm pathetic". He blew his watery nose as tears kept rushing down his face.

Sweating rolling down the mid wives faces, they were confused.

"You haven't changed a bit, it's alright, just look at the babe". The mother said.

"O-Ok"

Looking at the new born child in his wife's arms, "It's a girl?".

"Come on, we both know the scan result said boy". She closed her eyes.

"Oh true, lucky you, he took your looks". He said as he smiled while looking at his son.

"And I bet he's as caring as you". The wife looked at her husband who was completely melted by her words.