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mate would react to the news. Perhaps I should have told her right away, rather than hidden it for her even if I believed it had been the right thing to do at the time. Knowing it was too late to ask 'what if' I swallowed thickly, knowing without a doubt that I had no other choice but to come clean. I just hoped that she reacted in a positive light rather than a negative one. Taking a deep breath, I mentally sent off an order for everyone to flee the house. They did so instantly. Sweeping my angel into my arms I made sure the stove was off before taking her into the living room, gently placing her on what had become known as our loveseat as I braced myself for what was to come. I think it gave her an even firmer sense of belonging, to have a specific place she can call her own. Kneeling down on the floor in front of her I looked into her rare amber eyes, adoring the uniqueness that was my mate. I loved the fact she was different, that she was special."You remember when we went to see Lisa," I started before continuing when she nodded. "Well, when you left the room she told me some things, about why you have been feeling as tired as you have lately."Looking at me with bright and curious eyes I hoped to God that she took this well."She told me t—that the reason for it is because you're carrying my pup, our pup."She was silent; her lack of reaction leading me to believe that she was in shock as she simply stared at me with those wide eyes of hers. She looked utterly confused, and I could practically see her mind whirling as she tried to process what I had just told her."Is she sure?" Chapter 98

I jumped slightly when she spoke, her tone laced with nervousness and fear as she curled her hands in her lap where I was still kneeling in front of her. She hadn't said a word for what had to be at least ten minutes, her sudden question making me breathe a sigh in relief that at least she didn't look disgusted with the idea of carrying my young. I hadn't thought she would have been, but it was still insecurity I couldn't help but worry over.I nodded. "I wanted to tell you before, but I didn't want you to worry or stress, especially with everything that's happened these last few months and…" I rushed out, needing her to hear why I had kept it from her in the first place.I hoped she could hear how sincere I felt."I—"she started before cutting herself off, looking down at her lap as she played with her hands. "I know you were trying to protect me" she whispered slowly under her breath before looking up at me with pleading and hopeful eyes. "Are you happy?"I grinned widely at that, my smile large and honest as I cupped her cheeks in my hands gently, encouraging her to look me in the eyes so she could see how honest I was being with her."Of course I'm happy, sweetheart" I spoke eagerly. "I know it wasn't planned, but I'm far from disappointed or unhappy that you are carrying my pup."The smile she gave me was blinding, her eyes twinkling and even though it was clear she was nervous she was clearly relieved that it wasn't anything more serious to do with her health. I frowned at the thought, not having realized or considered how her not being told what was the issue was seemed to cause her to worry.  I had her in my arms in an instant, pulling her to straddle my legs as I moved to sit on the sofa I had just pulled her off. Tugging her close I buried my nose in her neck, breathing in her scent which had changed slightly due to her aroma having altered ever so slightly as she smelt more like me than what she used to. It made my wolf purr in delight that she reeked of the both of us. It told others to back off or end up in a bloody mess of torn limbs and ripped flesh. It made a part of me selfishly happy that Holly was so nervous around others, especially if she didn't trust them since it made it even easier for me to protect her when I felt her unsettling emotions. Having her in my arms calmed my inner wolf as the realization that she was just as happy, if a little worried, that she had been tied even closer to me in such a personal way that I couldn't help but find our souls clicking together more than before.It was an incredible feeling. I was brought out of my purring when I heard my mate’s rumbling stomach, feeling my wolf instantly become on high alert as I pulled back only to see my angel flushing brightly in embarrassment. I smiled. "Hungry?"Seeing her shyly nod I picked her up, encouraging her to wrap her legs around my waist as I carried her into the kitchen, keeping her close. I wasn't ready to put her down just yet.After we had eaten I tugged her into the living room where I stuck the football on, deciding to spend the rest of the day relaxing with my mate. I couldn't wipe the smile off my face even if I tried to, especially when I saw Holly reach over to grab her knitting and begin her new hobby she had developed an interest in. I thought it was adorable, and it made her feel content which as far as I was concerned an added bonus. The pack had found it incredibly amusing that's he had picked up such an old  fashioned hobby, but none of them were as cruel as to make her feel self—conscious about it.I would have inflicted a world of pain on them if the thought had even crossed their minds, and they knew it. Hearing the pack return a few hours later I glanced down at where Holly was still deeply engrossed in her new hobby, rolling my eyes when I heard some of the pack head straight to the kitchen to see if my mate had made any more delicious delights. Their sighs of disappointment when they realized she hadn't been amusing to say the least. Pulling my gaze away from the football match I had been watching I looked over my shoulder when I saw Sophie and Liam cautiously enter the living room, nervously looking towards my mate who hadn't paid them any attention even though I knew she was aware of their presence. Clearly she had decided that she had socialised with them enough for one day, and to be honest I didn't blame her in the slightest."I hope you didn't give Ryan any trouble" I raised a brow, watching amused as they shook their heads quickly."N—no" the young female stuttered, shifting on her feet as the scent of fear seemed to flow off her in waves. I fought back a snigger.

 

 

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So if I speak to Ryan he is going to say the exact same?" I questioned further, only to get nods in return. "Good, perhaps I won't have to split you up then."Their eyes widened at that, "w—what?"Feeling my mate shift next to me I paused momentarily, watching as she pulled her feet underneath her before curling further into my side with a slight purr of her own. I grinned before returning my attention to the young brats."I've decided if you don't start obeying and showing each member of the pack some much deserved respect then you will no longer be able to spend as much time together.""You can't do that!"I narrowed my eyes at their raised tone, watching them shun back almost instantly at my less than amused expression. "Do I need to remind you that you don't actually have to be in my pack, that there are others available?" I raised a brow, watching them glanced over towards my still busy mate before paling. It didn't take a genius to work out that they were finally realizing just how easy they had it, especially with their family living as close as she did. Shaking their heads slowly I dismissed them, rolling my eyes at the look of relief on their features as I did so. They really needed to grow up and learn that now they had reached the age at which shifting took place that they were technically adults, even if they seemed to have the mental age of a two—year—old. Returning my attention to Holly again I took note that she seemed to have drifted off, her face buried in my neck as her hand rested on my chest, her blunt nails digging into my skin causing me to smile. I knew I wouldn't take it for granted how  well she had taken the news, the fact I had felt her slight excitement even over her nerves making my wolf practically howl in pure delight at the realization that while it was unexpected it wasn't going to cause any problems between us as long as I made sure to look after my mate as best to my capability. I had already started to make a mental list of what changes there would be so I could provide Holly with enough care that she would be able to carry our pup with no ramifications to her health. I couldn't afford to lose her, not now, not ever…Brushing those types of thoughts from my mind, not liking how depressed they were making me feel, I swept Holly up into my arms before heading back towards our bedroom. It was time to make some changes, starting with deciding whether to help the struggling pack or to leave them to their own troubles.*** Adrian's Pov  I leaned back on my study chair as I looked over the proposals for the fourth time within the past hour, rubbing my face with my hands as I tried to wake myself up. It was late, my mate was already tucked up in bed and by her slight squirming I could tell she was missing my presence, or at least her wolf was. While I smiled at the thought I knew I had to make a decision and fast, debating on whether or not to help out