But when he started feeling the contractions, Arthur immediately regretted it. He thought he could soldier through the pain. Giving birth was the most painful thing he could have imagined, though. He immediately understood why his wife didn't want it. He felt like his insides were being split open while he screamed. Thankfully, Bessy was in the room with him to encourage him to keep pushing.
After what felt like hours, Arthur finally delivered the baby. He was exhausted, but he couldn't help but feel a wave of pride when he saw his child for the first time. It was all worth it in the end, and when he felt his first born child in his arms, he began to cry. He wasn't sure if it was because his wife was normally emotional or if the moment felt so perfect, but Arthur wouldn't have minded doing this a second time around.