In Theodora's room, Bertha informed the old woman. "The labor has started for hours now. How long it will take for the baby to come out?"
"It is not in our hands, child. Only the almighty, decides when a soul enters this mortal world and when it should leave for the further journey in another realm. We are only expected to play our roles wisely in his world." The old woman offered in a comfort.
But that answer was not enough to lessen Bertha's fear.
She just wanted that child to enter this world safely and her mistress to get relief from this pain.
The old woman instructed Theodora to be awake and put pressure downwards while Bertha kneeled at Theodora's parted legs.
After much encouragement from the old woman, Theodora used every ounce of her energy to push.
The will of keeping her baby safe was the only motivation that pushed her beyond her boundaries.
