LOGINGrace pov Good birthday," she declared with satisfaction. "Everyone's patterns were happy." "Yes, they were," I agreed softly. "Did you enjoy your party?" Sophia nodded sleepily. "The Balance liked it too. And baby brother." Her small hand reached out to touch my belly with surprising gentlene
I accepted the cake gratefully. Pregnancy cravings had given me an unprecedented sweet tooth, much to Sophia's delight. "How's our birthday girl doing?" "Currently explaining to her friends how the presents create a 'harmony pattern' when arranged properly," Liam replied, his expression filled wit
Grace pov **Six Months Later** The late afternoon sun cast a golden glow across the meadow behind Fireside pack house. Children's laughter filled the air as a small gathering celebrated Sophia's second birthday. The toddler presided over the festivities with a serene dignity that occasionally ga
Sophia considered the question seriously before shaking her head. "Not worry. It's the right pattern. The balance is happy about it." She adjusted another stone slightly, the golden light flowing to illuminate the new configuration. "Five is better than four. Stronger shapes." As if confirming her
I began to protest, but another wave of dizziness—milder this time—reminded me that Elena's medical advice wasn't merely precautionary. My body was indeed adjusting to significant changes, and pushing beyond its limits would serve no one. "Two days," I conceded reluctantly. "But I want regular upd
Grace pov Liam nodded, leaning forward to place a gentle kiss on my forehead. "Our children were never going to be ordinary, were they? Not with us as parents." I smiled as he looked into my eyes. Lucas was a strong werewolf with Alpha blood, and Sophia was a truth seer. Both were strong as hell.
Ian pov I'm sitting at the lake watching the water when a light touch makes me jump. "Fuck!",I yell turning to Eve standing there. I want to pull her close, but I refrain. "Sorry I scared you, Ian," she moves closer and sits beside me. "You're too quiet," I say, looking away from her. Her l
Ian pov I had to get away. Seth is back, and I needed a break. Eve was a mess the whole time he was gone, letting me see I wasn't that important to her as I thought. The whole time he was out there, she barely let me get close to her. She cried most nights, and I held her, but as for anything
Eve pov I watch Ian move around my room, and I feel guilt as he cleans up. "Ian, can you come hold me?"I feel bad for asking, but I need warmth and snuggles. I'm still stunned. My mom was a product of rape and so was I. "Can you move over? If your sore don't move much babe I can lift you",he
Seth pov Eve screams as Beth lunges with the knife aimed at her mom. "Mom!!!"Eve screams in terror. Heather dodged the strike and kicked Beth, sending her into the wall. Heather kicks Amber who scrambled up trying to sneak attack her and the bitch crumbles to the ground gasping in pain. Dad r







