Beth pov The attack came during what should have been a routine territory check. Alex and Caleb were inspecting the outer boundaries, implementing new security measures, when I felt the first spike of danger through my mate bond. "Melissa!" I called, already moving toward the nursery where Liam
Melissa pov I hadn't left Caleb's side for hours, her fingers intertwined with his as I monitored every flutter of his eyelids, every change in his breathing. Through our mate bond, I could feel his wolf fighting - battling against the lingering effects of silver poisoning, struggling to heal woun
Caleb pov I woke slowly, my wolf stretching contentedly as the last traces of silver poisoning faded from my system. The first thing I saw was Melissa, slumped uncomfortably in a chair beside my bed. My heart clenched at her appearance – dark circles under her eyes, hair unwashed, wearing the same
Beth pov The pack gathering was in full swing, celebrating Caleb's recovery and official integration into Fireside and Paw packs. I sat in a quiet corner, nursing Liam while watching the festivities. My eyes kept drifting to Alex, surrounded by a group of unmated she-wolves who seemed to have forg
Alexander pov The alliance meeting had gone well until Serena Blake, daughter of the Pine Valley Alpha, cornered me in Kaiden's office. Beth, returning from putting Liam down for his nap, felt the spike of anger through our mate bond before she heard the voices. "Think about it, Alex Matthews,"
I paced my father's study in Pine Valley territory, my wounded pride festering into something dangerous. The memory of Alex's rejection, of Beth's silver-touched power, burned like acid in my veins. "How dare they?" I snarled, my wolf pushing close to the surface. "That human thinks she can humili
Beth pov I never saw the attack coming. I was walking the garden path with Liam in his pram, enjoying the morning air while Melissa patrolled nearby. Mywolf sensed the danger a split second too late as Serena burst from the concealing foliage, already half-shifted and wielding silver-coated claws.
Caleb pov I haven't moved from Melissa's bedside in three days. My sweet little mate lay unnaturally still, silver burns marring her skin even in human form, her usually vibrant presence in our bond reduced to a faint flutter. "Fight," I whispered, pressing my forehead to her limp hand. "Please
Grace 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.
"What happened?" I asked, my voice slightly hoarse. "You collapsed in the observation gallery," Liam explained, squeezing my hand. "Gave everyone quite a scare, especially the children. Tomas has been asking about you every fifteen minutes." I attempted to sit up, but Elena moved swiftly to prev
Grace pov Two weeks after the Children's Day revelation, the Balance Center hummed with renewed purpose. I had implemented a carefully structured program to continue engaging with the children who had shown connection to the Equilibrium, while the research division refined their understanding of h
Grace pov Liam, ever practical, focused on immediate implications. "How does this affect our response to reality-shapers? Does this expanded connection give the equilibrium greater range or power?" "Not exactly, power," I replied thoughtfully. "More like... expanded awareness. Greater understand