Grace pov Things finally started to feel calmer. Will she be part of this new system?" a younger truth-seer asked curiously. "Not until she's old enough to choose for herself," Liam answered firmly. "And only if she wants to be." I nodded in agreement. "Sophia will grow up understanding her
When we returned to the observation room, Liam immediately came to my side, Sophia reaching for me with obvious delight. The technical team and truth-seers waited expectantly for news of what had transpired. "Phase three is complete," I announced. "The equilibrium has accepted the new approach. To
Grace pov Three months had passed since the transformation of the Prisma Institute. Spring had arrived in Fireside territory, bringing new growth to the forest surrounding the pack house. I sat on the wide front porch, watching Sophia crawl enthusiastically across a quilt spread on the lawn, Liam
Grace pov The situation deteriorated rapidly. Three more pack members fell to the poison, their memories of pack loyalty temporarily erased, turning them into unwitting allies of the attackers. The defensive perimeter began to collapse as the defenders were forced to subdue their own without causi
Grace pov Keep fighting!" I called to the defenders. "I can clear their minds, but only if they're within range!" Liam's head snapped up at the sound of my voice, shock and fear crossing his features at seeing me outside the safe room. He understood quickly, followed by his eyes going huge as he
Grace pov In the hallway stood Dr. Reid, but not as I had ever seen her. The woman's eyes glowed with the golden light of truth-sight, but there was something else—a shimmer around her form, a distortion in the air that suggested she was not entirely herself. "What are you—" the rogue began, but
Grace pov They have created their own version of a connection chamber," the entity continued. "Not for balance, but for directed exploitation. They are systematically identifying and targeting truth-seers who support the Balance Protocol, either eliminating them or reprogramming them to serve thei
Grace pov The Fireside pack house had transformed into a war room. Maps covered the walls, communication equipment hummed constantly, and representatives from seven allied packs moved through the space with focused determination. Six weeks had passed since the rogue attack, six weeks of intelligen
Grace 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.
"What happened?" I asked, my voice slightly hoarse. "You collapsed in the observation gallery," Liam explained, squeezing my hand. "Gave everyone quite a scare, especially the children. Tomas has been asking about you every fifteen minutes." I attempted to sit up, but Elena moved swiftly to prev
Grace pov Two weeks after the Children's Day revelation, the Balance Center hummed with renewed purpose. I had implemented a carefully structured program to continue engaging with the children who had shown connection to the Equilibrium, while the research division refined their understanding of h
Grace pov Liam, ever practical, focused on immediate implications. "How does this affect our response to reality-shapers? Does this expanded connection give the equilibrium greater range or power?" "Not exactly, power," I replied thoughtfully. "More like... expanded awareness. Greater understand