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.
Heather pov Roman yelled at me for trying to pull the guys to sit, and it hurt. I keep crying, which is embarrassing. I keep my back to everyone as I try to stop crying. Gunner comes over and wipes my cheeks. "Easy honey," he soothes as I cry. "I'm okay," I whisper. "You're fine honey, ju
"You are good, sweetheart. You are a very good girl. Now I have a bunch of snacks and food we can eat. Do you want some?"Heather asks softly. "Yes please",Bella sniffles, and Gunner gets them food. I watch Heather talk softly to the little girl, and I feel hate towards Natalie. She abused the chi
Roman pov Helen tried to speak to me almost daily, but I walked right past her, ignoring everything. I leave to handle pack work or issues, and then I'm right back to Heather. Today was no different. "Please, Roman, just help me," she begs. I sigh as I walk. "No, I got to get to Heather,"
"Shhh babe, we got this. I already got Bow taking over till you've healed up and are not pregnant. "I kiss her head. Doctor Frank leaves quietly but comes back with pain meds and prenatal meds. He hands them over, and Heather doesn't say anything she just downs them. "Get rest honey and have me pa







