Mag-log inGrace 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.
Amber pov He was looking at her like she hung the moon," I explained later that evening, curled on Melissa's couch with a glass of wine clutched in one hand. "Not like someone he's helping out of obligation, but like..." "Like a man with his mate," Jenny finished gently, topping off my glass. "I
Liam pov Amber was surprised to see me mid-afternoon, opening her door in scrubs, clearly just home from her hospital shift. "Liam? What's wrong?" she asked, concern evident in her expression. "We need to talk," I said, following her inside. Amber's apartment was small but immaculately kept,
Liam pov "I wasn't sure how," Liam admitted. "It's... complicated. The memories are real but disconnected. I didn't want to create expectations I might not be able to fulfill." I glanced over at her. Grace nodded slowly, accepting my explanation. "I understand. It must be disorienting, having pi
Liam pov After finishing the garage business, I hesitated before making my second call. With a resigned sigh, I dialed Amber's number, knowing this conversation couldn't be delayed. "Hey," she answered on the second ring. "How did it go with Dr. Winters?" "Better than expected," I said, keepin







