Grace pov I noticed the change while helping the Matthews family prepare to bring Beth and the twins home. At first, I attributed the subtle shift in my energy to exhaustion from the past few days of crisis and celebration. But my gift of truth-seeing couldn't be fooled for long—especially when it
Grace pov I had been helping prepare the nursery for the twins' homecoming, making sure everything was perfect for Beth and Alex's arrival with the newborns. The pack had gathered at the main house, everyone playing their part in the preparations. I had volunteered to clean the guest bathroom, wan
Grace pov The twins' homecoming had gone perfectly. Beth was settled comfortably in the master bedroom with the babies, receiving a steady stream of pack members coming to pay respects to their pack member and the blessed newborns. I had been watching from the doorway, my heart full at the sight o
Liam pov The moon cast silver patterns across the bedroom as I sat in the armchair beside our bed, watching Grace sleep. After her fainting spell, I had insisted she rest properly, and for once, she hadn't argued. Now she lay peacefully under the covers, one hand curled protectively over her still
Liam pov "You don't have to carry me," Grace protested, though she made no real effort to leave my arms as I moved down the hallway toward the dining room. "I can walk just fine this morning." I smirked, and a blush filled her cheels. "Humor me," I replied, pressing a kiss to her forehead. Aft
Cynthia pov I waited until I was deep in the forest, well beyond the pack house and any patrolling wolves, before pulling out her secure phone. My beautiful features twisted with hatred as I recalled the morning's humiliation. "That truth-seeing bitch," I snarled to myself, pacing beneath the tr
Liam pov I found my father in the pack's security room, reviewing the perimeter footage while the twins napped under Beth's watchful eye. My wolf had been restless all day, instincts prickling with unease ever since the morning's confrontation with Cynthia. "Dad, can we talk?" I asked, closing t
Cynthia pov I paced the length of my small apartment on the edges of Fireside and Paw pack territory, frustration evident in every step. The rooms were sparsely furnished—nothing personal, nothing that might reveal my true nature or mission. Just like my fabricated personality, the space was caref
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