Nalya
Three months have gone by since my son was born. Khai is such an adorable baby and rarely cries. We had received so many gifts that we hadn't even finished opening them.
" Hello, I'm here for the cutest baby in the world!" I smiled and turned towards the door. The first thing I saw was a hand holding flowers and then my sister, Kaley.
She had been trying to fix our relationship, and I let her. It felt natural to have her back in my life.
" Come in,"
She put the flowers she brought in the vase and sat on the fluffy rug, hugging me.
" Hey, cutie," she said to Khai, who is believe it or not, really energetic. My son smiles, and she gasps.
" Did you see that? He smiled at me again," she bellowed.
" Oh, who's a happy baby?" she was playing with his cheeks and making funny baby noises. It made my son smile.
We stayed in the baby's playroom for a while, chatting until we decided to get some fresh air in the garden.
" How are you?" I asked. She and her mate were in a good place, but Kaley was hesitant to give herself fully to him. I understood her hesitation, Arlon's right-hand man forced himself on her.
" We've been trying to get more physical, but every time it gets intense, I just feel cold and scared - Oh god, I just hate myself for even fearing my mate," she whispered, trying to hold back her tears. I held her hand and squeezed it.
" The disappointment on Layth's face just breaks my heart. I know he can never hurt me, but why do I fear?"
" You've been through a lot, and it will take time, be patient with yourself, and Layth is not disappointed with you," I assured her. Layth and I have been in contact, and he understands her situation well. He wishes he could help her take away her fear.
" Are you coming to the gala?" I asked her. Tomorrow evening, the pack is hosting an annual fundraising gala. It is held once a year in different packs, and this time, it was the Autumn Moon hosting.
" Yes, I'm coming with Layth," she sighed and nodded.
" By the way, do you remember Laika?" she asked, and I checked through my brain. I didn't remember until she described her.
" My friend since forever. She's back from Canada and will be living with me," she informed me. I always liked Laika, but she ignored me most of the time like Kaley. I would follow them around, wanting to be part of them because they were the coolest girls, however, they always laughed and ran away from me.
" How long is she staying?" I asked, a little jealous.
" For a long time, she gave birth to her son, and soon after, her boyfriend left her. She wants to get little Logan to have a proper home, so I invited her to stay in the pack,"
I frowned. It would be losing my sister to Laika. Kaley grabbed my elbow and pulled me to her.
" Relax, you're my priority," she smiled gently at me.
"If you say so," I murmured.
...
I woke up the next morning and went to the training field with Rhaegar. I decided it was a good idea to train and improve my fighting skills. My mate frowned deeply when I reached the fighting ring.
" What?"
" That outfit,"
I chuckled and looked at myself. I wore black tights, a sports bra, and sneakers. I put my hair up to show off my mark, especially for those females who openly lust for Rhaegar. I growled thinking about their giggles, and the gasps when he did something. Rhaegar smirked, knowing what I thought about, and I grabbed his waist and kissed him.
" You're mine, only mine," I said, wiping the grin off his lips. He was too cocky.
" And you're mine," he kissed my temple.
I did the basics as he taught me, and I was glad when he complimented my progress. As we advanced, the training became strenuous, but I dodged and kicked him when I could. Rhaegar was the best fighter in packs and a good trainer. He made sure my training was as fierce as everyone else, even more.
Nate and Kendrick made their way into the gym. Kendrick looked dejected. He was away from the pack to look for his mate but didn't find her.
" Hey,"
We stopped training when they entered the ring. Nate patted my head, and I scowled. I hated that still he did it to aggravate me. I greeted Kendrick.
" Gamma,"
" Luna," he bowed his head before kissing my cheek gently.
I left the field to get ready for the day while the three men discussed business. I reached my suite and went straight to the baby's playroom. Khai was there with Marilyn. Marilyn enjoyed babysitting for me, and Khai just loved her.
" Hi, you're back early today," She said with a smile.
" Yes, we were interrupted. Has my baby been fussy?" I asked, taking him from her arms. Khai is excited when I hold him, screaming and grabbing my hair.
" He's the perfect little prince as always," She answered, picking up the toys littered on the floor.
She got him from me, and they went on a morning walk, while I got ready to go to the new foundation at the women's association. We recently rescued women who were held captive by a gang in the city. They used to auction the poor girls, so we were creating a place for them, and giving them the help they needed.
After a long day of work, I was back at home, getting ready for the gala. Ella did my makeup as always, she loved doing it. Azura was telling us about her college life on campus while Kiyana complained about gaining weight. I didn't see it, but she did!
After getting ready, I wore a deep red gown that left my back bare, and high heels. I went to my son's room, kissing him before going outside. My mate looked breathtaking as always in a tux, and together we got in the limo and went to the hotel. My heart was heavy, and I looked back, I don't know what I wanted to see though. Maybe a glimpse of Khai?