THE ALPHA'S FORBIDDEN SURROGATE
Outside, a blinding flash of silver lightning ripped through the blizzard, followed by a thunderous boom that shook the very foundations of the mountain keep.
And then, a sharp, clear, indignant cry echoed through the quiet room.
WAAAAAH!
The heavy storm winds outside seemed to drop instantly into a gentle, hushed whisper.
The midwife carefully wrapped the newborn infant in a soft, fleece blanket before stepping forward to present the bundle to the exhausted, beaming parents.
A prince, Elder Corvin announced, his voice trembling with profound emotion as a broad smile broke across his weathered face. A healthy, strong heir to the Northern realm!