
The Pregnant Goddess
By Davion

06 Sep, 2023

In a distant village nestled amidst enchanting greenery, lived a girl named Amara. She was an ordinary girl known for her radiant smile and nurturing nature.

Amara spent her days helping others with their chores and playing with the children. Her compassionate personality made her loved by all in the village.

One day, while fetching water from the nearby stream, Amara noticed an intense glowing light. Out of curiosity, she followed the light, leading her to a mystical site.

Before her shone an exquisite shrine, unseen before. The shrine was bathed in soft golden light that cast a warm glow on her awestruck face.

Amara hesitated before approaching the shrine, its divine aura compelling her closeness. As she touched it, a sudden rush of warmth spread through her body.

The shrine pulsed softly, its glow intensifying as Amara felt a sudden change in her body. With shock, she realized her belly had swelled up, appearing as if she was pregnant.

Terrified, she rushed back to the village. The villagers gazed at her, their faces reflecting surprise and confusion. They couldn't understand what had transpired.

The village elder, upon hearing the news, hurried to meet Amara. His wise, wrinkled eyes studied her condition. He had heard of such phenomena from the ancient texts.

"You have been chosen by the Goddess of Fertility, Amara," he announced solemnly. His words echoed in the silent crowd as Amara examined her enlarged belly.

The days turned into weeks, and Amara’s condition remained. The villagers gradually accepted her new form, and Amara herself found a certain peace within her.

Soon enough, Amara discovered unique, divine abilities within her. She could sense when a woman in the village was about to conceive and provide blessings for a healthy pregnancy.

Word spread, and women from neighboring villages began to seek Amara's blessing. They arrived with hope in their eyes and left with smiles on their faces.

Amara’s divine powers also extended to animals. She could bless the livestock and ensure they had healthy offspring. The village prospered under her divine intervention.

Though burdened with her constant pregnant appearance, Amara felt a sense of immense fulfillment. She was now a mother figure, a protector, a Goddess.

However, there were times when Amara longed for her old life. She missed the carefree days, but she treasured her gift and understood its divine significance.

One day, the village elder fell ill. Despite all their efforts, his condition worsened. In his worry, he called upon Amara, hoping for a miracle.

With tears glistening in her eyes, Amara placed her hand on the elder's chest. She said a prayer to the Goddess, but alas, he only worsened.

Amara felt a deep sorrow. She realized her powers were limited to only pregnancy and fertility. She had no control over death. This left her with a profound sadness.

The elder passed away, leaving the village in deep sorrow. Amara, feeling helpless, questioned her divine purpose. She missed her old life and mourned the loss of the elder.

Amara, in her grief, retreated to the mystical shrine. She sat, her tears falling softly onto her round belly, her heart heavy with sorrow and self-doubt.

Suddenly, the shrine began to glow brightly. The goddess herself appeared before Amara, her motherly figure radiating divine aura.

"Do not doubt yourself Amara," The goddess spoke gently. "You are fulfilling a divine purpose. Life and death are cycles beyond anyone's control."

The goddess wiped Amara’s tears, enveloping her in a comforting warmth. Her words made sense, and Amara felt a renewed sense of purpose and determination.

Reinvigorated, Amara returned to the village, ready to embrace her role once again. She understood her powers and her limitations, accepting them as a part of her divinity.

The village flourished under Amara’s gentle care. New life burgeoned, babies were born healthy, and the livestock multiplied. Amara became a living embodiment of fertility.

Amara's story spread far and wide, crossing mountains and rivers, reaching many ears. She was revered as the Pregnant Goddess, a beacon of hope for those seeking progeny.

Time passed, and Amara embraced her destiny wholeheartedly. Her constant pregnant appearance was now a symbol of divine blessing, hope, and new life.

While she was not able to alter the life cycle, Amara learned to accept it, viewing it as a part of the divine plan. She became a treasured figure in the lives of many.

Even after many years, long after Amara's passing, her legend lived on. The shrine stood as a testament to her divine existence, forever recalling the tale of the Pregnant Goddess.

Women from far and wide would visit the shrine, praying for Amara's blessing. Her spirit continued to provide hope, her legacy carrying on through the blessings of new life.