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.
Liam pov A blush spread across Grace's cheeks at my unabashed admiration. "Pregnancy hormones must be affecting your vision," she joked, attempting to deflect the intensity of my gaze. I shook my head, unwilling to let her dismiss my genuine reaction. "My vision is perfect," I insisted, moving t
Grace pov My hand moved instinctively to rest on my rounded belly, my mind racing with the implications of this information. A human daughter. A non-wolf child in a family where wolf nature played such a significant role. "Would that present any health concerns?" I asked, practical consideration
Amber pov Riverview in spring was surprisingly beautiful, I reflected as I walked along the riverfront path that gave the town its name. Flowering trees lined the banks, their delicate blossoms occasionally drifting down to land on my shoulders or in my hair. After nearly six months in my new home
I checked the calendar we kept on the refrigerator, though I knew my schedule by heart. "Just story time at the library this morning, then lunch with your mother. She wants to finalize the details for Lucas's birthday celebration next month." Lucas would be turning eighteen months old just weeks b







