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.
Molly pov I wake warm and comfortable, but my pillow is snoring. I crack my eyes open to see Gunner against me sleeping. My brother is holding his mate, and I watch her snuggle up to him. She is thin, I think, as I try to scoot away from Gunner. Emptying my bladder is on my mind. "No tiny doll s
"I will try, but I'm only going to take so much till I snap and leave," he yawns "Bro, crawl in with her," I say softly. "No, I'd rather be uncomfortable than her wake-up flipping out. She might not want me in the bed with her. "He covers up, and soon we fall asleep. I wake to a soft rustle and
"No, Rose, you can't get them. Everybody thinks we are in the hospital room not hiding away in this panic room. We won't be communicating with anyone, so our location stays private. Rebecca is safe",,I add as she starts to protest. "I feel lazy not doing anything," she sighs out sadly. "Don't dw
Heather pov We are just staring at each other. Bella rips her gifts open. She looks so happy. I watch Jasmine's parents wondering why they are here all of a sudden. "Thanks so much," she looks thrilled. They brought her all kinds of art supplies, and she got busy drawing. She was beaming. "Is







