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.
Alex pov I floated in silver mist, and my wolf form restored to full strength in this ethereal space. Beside me, the Moon Goddess's presence shimmered like starlight given form, her beauty both terrible and magnificent. She was extremely beautiful. "Watch, my chosen wolf," her voice echoed with
Liam pov As the Matthews family reunited in mom's hospital room, the door opened again to reveal my Grace, her arms laden with containers of food. Her gift of truth-seeing immediately showed her the emotional scene—Beth awake and alert, My eyes still red-rimmed from crying, dad cradling the twins
Alex pov I arranged my entire schedule around Beth's needs, helping Liam run the auto shops from our bedroom where I could keep constant watch over my mate. My desk had been moved beside our bed, allowing me to handle my duties while maintaining physical contact with Beth at all times. Liam and
Beth pov With Alex awake and recovering, I finally felt I could breathe again. "I'll get us some water," I said, standing from where I had been curled against him in the hospital bed. The moment I took a step, the room tilted dangerously. Through our mate bond, Alex felt my sudden weakness. I di







