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
Beth pov Every morning, I followed the same routine. After feeding Liam, I would make my way to the infirmary where Melissa lay still and silent. Caleb would be there, of course - he barely left except when an alpha ordered him to rest. But he would give me private time with my friend, understandi
Beth pov I was in the middle of my usual morning update, Liam creating his daily moonlight patterns beside Melissa's bed, when I felt it - a strengthening in our pack bond, like a radio signal finally cutting through static. "Melissa?" I whispered, gripping my friend's hand tighter. Through ou
Melissa pov Steam filled the bathroom as Caleb carefully tested the water temperature, adding more lavender oils that Sophia had provided for healing. I sat on the edge of the large tub, still weak from my long coma but insistent on being upright. "I can do this myself," I protested weakly, thou
Beth pov The trial was held in Fireside's great hall, with representatives from all allied packs present. Serena stood in chains - both silver and steel - her once-perfect appearance now haggard from weeks in custody. But her eyes still burned with hatred as they fixed on me. "The council recogn
Alexander pov As the pack dispersed after Serena's trial, I watched my mate speaking quietly with the council members. Beth's strength through the proceedings, her mercy in judgment, her grace under Serena's hatred – all of it made my wolf surge with pride and love. I also wanted to sink balls dee
Serena pov The mountain prison's silver walls gleamed coldly as my father Alpha James Blake followed the guard to his my cell. I sat huddled in the corner, my once-perfect appearance now ragged, my bound wolf making me seem smaller somehow. "Father," I whispered, pressing against the silver bars
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