Page 34 of The Platinum Dragon's Courageous Mate

I hope so.

Lachlan put the baby back down and patted his butt until he settled, and then covered him in the blanket. Then he went to his mate, yawning as he crawled into bed,

Are you awake, love? If you are, he talked to me.

Who did?

Our son.He did love saying that.

Kieran opened one eye.Really, what did he say?

Flying.

That was his first word? I love that.Kieran grabbed him and held on.

He had a tummy ache, so I got up with him. He burped some purple flame. I’m not sure what that means.He kind of hoped Kieran knew what that meant because they needed to be prepared for what would happen as Micah got stronger.

Kieran blinked up.Oh, that’s like my mother. She could do that. It’s not flame, really. It’s more like a ball of energy. It’s sort of sticky, and it gathers things as it goes.

Gathers things?He didn’t follow.

She used to be a guardian, and if someone tried to break in, she could just breathe at them and it would stick him to the wall until someone came to get them. So cool, but it didn’t hurt, it just…held.

Fascinating. That’s amazing and it will serve him well when he becomes a guardian because I have no doubt in my mind that he will.He snuggled up with Kieran, kissing his mate’s neck. He loved how Kieran tasted, how he felt, and how good they were together. He had no intention of acting on it right now because it was super late, and they didn’t need to get all excited, but just knowing he could made him super happy.

Thank you for taking a turn with him.Kieran yawned, snuggled in.I do love sleeping with you.

Kieran dragged his arms around close and snuggled hard. His mate was a world champion snuggle bug.

Sleeping with you is a joy, and of course. I’m glad that he finally got whatever was bothering his tummy loose.

It’s hard to be almost eighteen months old and have a tummy ache.Kieran chuckled softly.It’s hard to have a gassy belly regardless.

Yes, but he talked to me. He really talked to me. He’s starting to really blossom.And Lachlan was over the moon at the trust and love that his son — his son — was showing him.

He’s catching up with Kaden. I think he wants to be able to do everything Kaden does.

Well, they’re almost the same age, so they’re going to be the best of friends.He didn’t want Kieran to think that he thought that there was anything wrong with Micah, because there wasn’t.

Micah had just had a stressful beginning.

I know you love him. I can feel it every day.

Warmth filled him at that.Just as I love you, mate.

Kieran’s pleasure stretched across their bond.

Kieran yawned, and Lachlan let one wing slide around, wrapping this lover close.I have you.

I have never had any doubt about that.Kieran leaned his head back and offered him a soft kiss.We should sleep. The baby will be up and be all cheery, and we’ll both be exhausted.

We’ll bring him to bed with us and let him play while we’re resting.

Sounds good. He’ll be much more settled that way. You’re a great dad.

Lachlan took another kiss, feeling warm and snuggly.Thank you, mate.

Mmhmm. Now. Sleeping. We’re sleeping.