Chapter 10

The first week living with Tate flies by as he and I get used to a routine of living with each other. I had slowly moved my clothing and products into Tate’s room, the vanity I found in the room I woke up in on the first day in this house has been moved to sit in front of the large bay window that faces the backyard. Tate allowed me to explore the house as much as I wanted, finding the basement with a large workout room on the second day. I couldn’t help but squeal with glee when I saw all of the workout equipment going as far as doing some light workout with a worried and panicking Tate frantically trying to keep the heavier weights away from me. Spoil sport.

There were times when walking around the forest with my mate that we would pass by his pack members his possessive side would show. It was the first time I convinced him to go for a walk with me when a warrior got to close thinking a rogue was attacking his Alpha. I had to pull Tate’s black wolf by the scruff of his neck off of the warrior while screaming and yelling at him. I could tell with just my touch alone he visibly relaxed. With me distracting Tate, the warrior was able to run free to a safe distance as Tate wrapped his huge furry body around me, his black fur warming me up as his scent is rubbed into me. I introduced myself as Tate’s mate, my hands scratching my mate’s ear as the warrior stared back. With a respectful bow he left us alone to continue our walk in the forest that day. I guess that warrior warned the rest of the wolves as a way to stop them from accidentally attacking me as we rarely saw anyone else. Even when we did see another wolf they would stay a respectful distance away from Tate and I greeting us with a respectful bow.

I couldn’t help but relish the sight of the calm forest as I sit on a fallen log. Tate is running around being chased by small children in his wolf form as Eeva and I watch on. Eeva’s mate is Tate’s Beta and due to pack business he is on a mission to make a treaty with a new smaller pack and will return later tonight; so for the last few days the four of them have joined us for meals and outings around the territory.

“How is Tate now with you being pregnant?” Eeva asks as her youngest – Jonathan – manages to jump onto Tate’s back getting a cheer from his two brothers while the pup clings to his uncle's fur. I couldn’t help but chuckle at the young pups with their uncle. It made me excited for when the twins are born and Tate could play with them like this.

“He still has some issues but he is coming around. Honestly if you had seen him when I was designing my office you would have thought they were his pups. He is such a worrywart and wouldn't allow me to paint or move furniture. Don’t get me started with even doing a small workout. I’m positive the only weights I am allowed to touch are the one and two pound weights.” I rant, feeling annoyed by how my mate acts. Two days ago the paint and furniture as well as the lap to and electronics for my office arrived. I tried my best to carry the lighter objects up the stairs but Tate would take them from my hands and make me wait inside the room. When he stepped out to take a call I had decided to start painting, nearly spilling the can of pain when he comes in lecturing me about resting while he does all the work. It took the whole day but I managed to get the room decorated barely having to move a muscle and very annoyed by Tate's attitude of me doing any form of work. But it makes me smile knowing how caring he is towards me and my pregnant state. I know deep down that he will make a wonderful father to the twins.

“Speaking of that office of yours how is it going for you?” Eeva asks. I had started my college courses back up again three days ago. It felt nice having something to do when left alone at home. Tate had gone out and surprised me the day my office was completed by buying all the art materials I would want plus more that I stored in the closet.

“It’s going really well. I love having a space of my own. I somehow managed to get caught up with all the work I missed out on.” I answer leaning back on the tree behind me and taking a deep breath. I haven’t become a member of the pack just yet and neither have I took on the role of Luna yet. Tate and Eeva suggest I wait until after I give birth as the ritual may cause harm to the twins. So instead I spend my free time when not with Tate or Eeva by doing my school work or learning about the pack and the duties I have as a Luna. Some things I do now with Bloodsvain are look over the businesses and go through the members list to see who needs to be given a role in the pack. Tate had asked me to redesign a few of the buildings that they own and I happily took on the challenge.

“Well that’s good. Finish your school so you can start redesigning the pack house. Goddess only knows it needs an update.” My friend chuckles out. I feel a wet nose sniffing at my hand and turn to see Tate looking at me, a bemused expression on his wolf face.

“Is it time to head home?” I ask my hand reaching out to scratch under his chin as the three boys slowly trudge over.

“Mom, can we play with Uncle Tate again later tomorrow?” Vinny asks. The eldest of the three has his brother Jonathan sleeping on his back as the second pup comes up behind him. I couldn’t help but give Andy a hug as he sleepily rubs his eyes. I hear the sound of Tate shifting into his human form and putting on clothes before picking up the pup and taking him from my arms before wrapping an arm around my shoulders.

“They are all tuckered out and need their bed now. Let’s get Eeva and the boys home, then we can have a quiet night.” Tate says as Andy falls asleep against his uncle's shoulder. The sight of Tate holding a pup causes me to smile. I couldn’t wait for the next few weeks to fly by and we could raise the twins. Eeva takes Jonathan from Vinny as the six of us walk through the forest towards Eeva’s house. I sigh when my body sinks into the rocking chair on her front porch as my mate brings his nephews up to their rooms.

I watch the leaves on the oak tree fall down to the ground. Fall is my favourite time of year with the beautiful colours and the chance to wear cozy warm sweaters. The nice weather allows me to run in my wolf form without dying from the heat of the glaring sun or from my thick fur in summer. I especially love being able to dress up for Halloween, the only time I am very childish.

“Comfortable?” I look up to see Tate smiling down at me from his spot as he leans against the door frame. I smile up at my mate and hold my hand out for him, watching him take it and lean forward to leave a kiss on the back of my hand.

“Can we get a rocking chair for our porch?” I ask as Tate helps me to my feet and holds me close in a gentle hug.

“Sure. We can get two if you want one for each of us?” He suggests causing me to grin. The idea of having a comfortable rocking chair on the porch makes me sigh contently. We say our farewells to Eeva before getting into Tate’s jeep and heading home. Tate decides to order us a pizza for dinner and we curl up on the couch watching Say Yes to the Dress. Tate won’t admit it but I got him into the show. Yesterday I caught him secretly watching it in his study causing me to take a quick video to send to Eeva. Apparently she couldn’t stop laughing when she saw the serious look in Tate’s face as he comments that some girl should have chosen the Lazaro dress.

“Have you decided on baby names yet Laina.” Tate asks as I take a large bite of the meat lover’s pizza.

“Not yet. I have a few names in mind right now but we can decide when they are born.” I answer, smiling sheepishly at Tate. I watch his reaction closely, catching a slight smile playing on his lips.

“Yeah we can decide when they are born.” He agrees, leaning over to kiss my cheek. I felt happiness burst inside at Tate’s reply. I could feel the shift in his feelings on the babies inside me and it is shifting for the good.

After a long day we decide to head to bed early. I loved the feeling of falling asleep in his arms as his scent wraps around me. Soon we will be able to complete the mating ritual. I just have to wait another three months for when the babies are born for us to be together forever.