“Is everything okay?” I asked the moment we were in a room alone. He gave me one of his half-smile, half-smirks before cupping my face and kissing my forehead.
“It is. Everything is,” he said quietly before hugging me tightly. “I’m just glad you’re alright.” I smiled softly, wrapping my arms around his waist.
“I love you, Dad.”
“Love you, too, cutie patootie,” he said quietly, making my heart thump as I pulled back, unable to stopthe huge smile that crossed my face at the mention of my old nickname.
“You haven’t called me that since I was a child,” I said, trying not to get teary.
“No matter how old you get, you’re still my little angel.” My eyes filled with tears, and I hugged him again.
“You’re right. I always will be, just as you will always be my dad. My first protector,” I whispered. He stroked my damp hair.
“Always,” he promised softly.
We stayed silent for a moment before I slowly moved back from the warmth of his embrace.
“As much as I loved a trip down memory lane, I’m sure there was something more you wanted to talk to me about, right?” I asked, trying not to worry. He nodded.
“There was, actually. Ready to hear it?” I nodded as he gave me a smile, cupping my face.
“You’re pregnant.” I stared into his cerulean eyes, letting his words sink in.
“I… what… How?” I placed a hand to my forehead, shocked at the news. This was as unplanned as Dante had been.
“Three kids later, I’m sure you know exactly how,” Dad remarked, crossing his arms. I blushed before placing a hand on my stomach, my heart beating as a new wave of emotions rushed through me. Excitement, nervousness, and happiness.
“Are you sure I am?” I whispered.
“The doctor did a scan to confirm it, too. It’s still early, though.” Dad explained, going on to quickly fill me in on how the Djinn was still able to struggle against my sedated state. He had been drawing on my baby’s energy. Just the thought of that made a flash of worry for my child rush through me. Thank the Goddess he was gone.
“And Alejandro doesn’t know, does he?” I asked softly.
“No, he doesn’t. We only found out today. Only the doctor, Serena, Raven, myself, and a few guards who have been given orders not to speak of it know,” Dad replied. My heart skipped a beat, and I blushed, remembering how much sex we’d had. Not that we always didn’t, but…
I bit my lip, pressing my hand gently on my stomach.
“I can’t wait to tell him. He likes me pregnant…” I trailed off, blushing when Dad raised an eyebrow with an amused smirk on his face.
“I’m glad he takes care of you. Back then, I never expected him to be your mate, and when he proved he cared for you, I was content. I didn’t think there was anything that would make me approve even more of him. Yet with every passing year, he has shown he is the ideal mate, father, alpha, and king. My girl deserved the best, and she got it.” I smiled, my heart warming at his words.
“I couldn’t agree more… he may not be perfect to others, but he’s perfect for me.” Dad gave a small nod, and I smiled. He may not admit it, but he and Alejandro also had a good bond.
“They’re back! They’re back! They’re here!” I heard Azura’s shout, my heart pounding at the return of myking.
“Fuck, thank the Goddess,” Dad breathed a sigh of relief, and I knew he was as impatient as I was to meet Mom.
He opened the door, letting me step out first. I smoothed the black top I was wearing with black sweatpants, my heart thudding with nerves as if it was the first time I was seeing him. Azura was the first one out the door, running out into the night in her sky-blue pyjamas.
The mansion gardens were lit brightly, something especially in place for me, just like the rest of the pack.
“Mama!” She shouted, jumping up into Mom’s arms.
“Baby!” Mom replied, hugging her tightly. I smiled at them, my eyes searching for my king.
“Del?” Rayhan whispered, looking past me, and I realised Delsanra had stepped outside.
She ran past me and straight into his awaiting arms. He lifted her up, spinning her around before kissing her like there was no tomorrow. A perfect couple, one who had been put through so much…Thank you, Selene, for uniting them once again.She was crying softly as he stroked her hair, whispering sweet words into her ear and promises that I knew he would always keep.
