Chapter XXXIX: Days in Winterfell

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Daenys felt the contractions becoming more intense, signaling that the moment of birth was approaching. Cregan stayed by her side, holding her hand tightly as she prepared to bring their children into the world.

The labor was long and challenging, but Daenys faced each moment with determination, focused on the goal of safely bringing her daughters into the world. The birthing team was attentive, ready to assist with whatever was necessary.

Finally, after hours of effort and anguish, the cries of the newborns filled the room, bringing immense relief to Daenys and Cregan. The twins had arrived, healthy and full of life.

Daenys held her daughters in her arms, feeling a wave of love and gratitude wash over her heart. She looked at the little ones, admiring their delicate features and reflecting on the meaning behind the names they had chosen.

Soon the room was filled with curious children along with Daemon.

"What's going to be the names of the newest little ones?" - asked Daemon, staring at his niece with her daughters.

"Laenora and Vaenna," - she murmured softly, sharing an emotional glance with Cregan. "In honor of Laenor and Laena, who will always be remembered and loved," - she informed, raising her gaze to Daemon, who was touched.

Cregan smiled, his eyes shining with pride and tenderness. He held Daenys's hand, united in the joy of this special moment.

"Do you want to hold them?" - she asked, looking at her brother and uncle.

Time Skip

As Winterfell was blanketed in a white cloak of snow, the members of the Stark, Targaryen, and Strong families gathered to enjoy a day of fun in the castle gardens. The cold air was filled with the sounds of laughter and play as everyone engaged in games in the snow.

"Get her! Let's build the biggest snow castle Winterfell has ever seen!" - shouted Daenora excitedly.

"And who will be the king or queen of our castle?" - Viserra asked, laughing.

"I'll be the king! No one will be able to knock me down!" - declared Aerion, raising a fist covered in snow.

"Oh, is that so? We'll see about that!" - Aemon grinned.

While the older kids got involved in building the castle, the younger ones had fun running around and throwing snowballs at each other.

"I got you, Maekar!" - Valyra laughed.

"You won't get away with this, Valyra!" - Maekar chuckled as he shaped a snowball.

Meanwhile, the twins Baela and Rhaena, with their platinum hair shining in the winter sun, watched the fun with curious eyes.

"Daddy, can we join them?" - Rhaena asked excitedly, glancing between her father, who was chatting with Daenys and Cregan.

"Of course, my dears! But be careful not to get cold," - Daenys replied, smiling at Daemon.

As the games continued, Sarah and Caspian, the children of Cassandra and Harwin, ran through the snow, making angels and throwing snowballs into the air.

"Catch me if you can, Caspian!" - shouted the youngest to her brother.

"You won't escape me so easily, Sarah!" - Caspian laughed at his sister. It had been about two months since they returned from their trip to Harrenhal with their parents.

Ser Criston Cole watched the fun with a proud smile, happy to see the family gathered and enjoying moments of joy together.

"It looks like everyone is having a great time, isn't it?" - he asked Daenys, Cregan, and Daemon.

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