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Lucian's mouth quirks. As an air elemental, he can read the subtlest currents and changes around my body. If anyone knows how our children are, it is him.
"Your daughter and son flourish, my wild one," he confirms. "Thale's seed took root, as did Adar's. You carry both a little she-wolf and a young wolf within you now."
Joy wells up inside me at this confirmation I carry not one but two precious lives. Lucian sensed it before even I did—Thale's earthy brown daughter and Adar's fiery red son.
Ali presses a hand to her heart, dark eyes shining. "Rina, how wonderful! We must start planning a double baby shower!"
As she begins musing over possible themes and favors, I meet Lucian's wintry gaze. "Have you told the fathers yet?"
Lucian shakes his head, satisfied at having given me this gift first. I lean over to kiss his sharp cheek in gratitude. My clever mate knows me so well.
"Let's call the others to celebrate," I suggest eagerly. Telling Thale and Adar about their children with our family around us will make it perfect.
Lucian agrees enthusiastically. While Ali scurries off to prepare refreshments, he summons our mates with his wind magic. I settle back, anticipating their arrival.
Soon enough, Adar bursts through the door, sweeping me into his fiery embrace. His broad hands splay over my belly. "How fares my future son today?"
I laugh indulgently, laying my own hands over his. "Both your son and Thale's daughter flourish, my love."
Adar's grin turns fierce with satisfaction. I know he hoped his seed would quicken alongside his fellow god's. He crushes me close, surrounding me and our babes in his protective heat.
When gentle Everett arrives next, he too cradles my still-flat stomach with infinite tenderness. "Two little ones for us to cherish," he rumbles. "Our family grows."
My eyes prickle with happy tears. With these devoted men at my side, our children will want for nothing.
A deep, familiar voice rumbles from the doorway. "Do I hear congratulations are in order?"
Thale steps inside, forest green eyes immediately seeking me out. Joy lights his features as I fly into his open arms.
"Thale, Lucian has wonderful news," I tell him excitedly. "Our daughter grows strong within me!"
Wonder and pride fill Thale's face. He cradles me close, one big hand splaying over my still-flat belly with new reverence. "Truly, dear one?"
At my eager nod, he laughs—a full-throated, delighted sound I've rarely heard from my solemn oak. Thale presses fervent kisses to my hair, my temple, my lips. "A daughter," he whispers between kisses. "Our precious girl."
I cling to him, overwhelmed by emotion. With Thale's steady strength beside me, I know our children will thrive, safe and cherished.
Eventually Thale releases me, only for Adar to sweep me into his own fierce embrace. "You've made me the happiest wolf in the world, little flame," he vows. "My son could have no finer mother than you."
Pride and love shine from him. Adar has always craved a true family of his own. Now, that dream is within reach.
As if reading my thoughts, he adds softly, "Our boy will grow up feeling wanted and secure. I swear it."
I caress his beloved face, blinking back tears. "With his father's courage and passion, how could he not?" Adar's past wounds run deep, but our son will help heal them.
"Come, everyone!" Ali calls brightly. "I've made tea and snacks to celebrate."
I'm reluctant to leave the shelter of Adar's arms, but the aroma of freshly baked cookies and sweet tea is impossible to resist. Ali knows my cravings all too well.
We gather around the kitchen table, chatting and laughing together. Everett pours tea while Lucian and Adar eagerly steal cookies as soon as Ali takes them from the oven. Even Thale indulges his sweet tooth, winking at me over his sugared biscuit.
Watching my family revel in this simple joy, I feel fit to burst from happiness. Our struggles are far from over, but this moment is perfect.
As Ali leans over to refill my teacup, something catches my eye—a thin, shimmering thread wrapped around her ring finger. My breath catches in realization.
A mating bond! Ali has found her fated mate at last.
I grasp her hand excitedly. "Ali, look! Why didn't you tell me?" Joy for my dear friend bubbles up inside me. She will finally know the bliss I share with my mates.
