Chapter 80 EIGHTY
Raeya Soleil
This little bundle of joy has wrapped everyone around her tiny fingers, completely capturing the hearts of the Crescent Stone Pack with her adorable charm.
From the moment she was born, she became the center of everyone's world, her soft giggles and tiny hands bringing warmth and happiness wherever she went. The sight of her melted even the fiercest warriors, and her every coo and smile seemed to encircle the entire pack.
"My Raeya," Brienne whispered, putting on her new diaper after she pooped. "You naughty girl," she added and tickled her daughter, who laughed in response.
"Let's go meet your godmothers," she whispered and carried Raeya in her arms. Brienne went out of the room and descended. She immediately saw Janice and Ravena bickering in the living room.
"This will surely look good on her," Janice said.
"No, this one!" Ravena insisted. Brienne shook her head and sat on the couch while she fed Raeya.
"What do you think, Bree?" They both said in unison. Brienne looked at her daughter and heaved a sigh.
"See that, Rae?" she whispered. "Both are fine. Raeya will use that once she's old enough. You two don't need to fight," she added.
"We aren't fighting," Janice said and chuckled. Raeya stopped suckling on Brienne's breast and giggled.
"Aww, isn't she the cutest?" Janice said, her eyes twinkling with admiration. "Can I hold her?" she added, looking at Brienne hopefully. Brienne smiled and carefully handed Raeya to Janice.
"Of course, just be gentle," she said softly.
Janice cradled the baby in her arms, her heart melting as Raeya let out a tiny yawn.
"Oh my gosh, Bree, she's perfect," Janice whispered, rocking her gently.
Just then, the door opened, and Cecil and Arthur walked in, their faces lighting up with joy.
"Hello, everyone! Where are my sweetest girls?" Cecil exclaimed, rushing to Brienne's side. She cupped her daughter-in-law's face and kissed her forehead before turning her attention to her granddaughter.
Arthur chuckled as he leaned over to get a closer look at Raeya.
"She looks just like you, Brienne," he said proudly. "And with that strong grip, she’s definitely got Raven’s strength," he added. Brienne shook her head, grinning at her parents.
They had been saying that for the past few days since Raeya Soleil was born, but she didn’t want to tell them otherwise because she also enjoyed seeing them overly pleased with the baby.
Cecil gently reached out and stroked Raeya’s tiny hand while Janice held her, completely mesmerized by the little bundle.
"Hello, Raeya. Grandma's here." Cecil cooed, her voice soft with adoration.
"Here, hold her, Cecil," Janice said, carefully passing Raeya to her grandmother. Cecil eagerly took her into her arms, cradling her close as if she were the most precious thing in the world.
Ravena, watching from the side, smirked when she noticed Cecil sniffle.
"Are you crying again, Mom?" she asked, crossing her arms playfully. Cecil wiped her eyes, letting out a small chuckle.
"I can’t help it. She’s just so perfect," she said, her voice thick with emotion. Ravena grinned and leaned in closer to peek at her niece.
"Well, enjoy it while you can, Mom, because once she starts walking, she’s going to be a little troublemaker—just like her dad," she teased, winking at Brienne. Arthur let out a hearty laugh.
"Oh, I can already see it. She’ll be running around the packhouse, keeping us all on our toes," Arthur said.
"He told me he wasn't a troublemaker," Brienne said. Cecil scoffed and waved her hand.
"He was very naughty when he was a kid!" Cecil said. "I haven't told you this one, but when he was nine, he snuck out of the packhouse and wandered into the forest. He almost ended up fighting a bear! Luckily, the warriors guarding the borders saw him in time," she added, shaking her head. It had been such a terrifying day for them.
"And that’s not all," Ravena chimed in. "He also put a frog in his teacher’s bag, and she was absolutely terrified. Raven got suspended for that stunt," she added with a smirk.
"And lastly, he put gum on the hair of Natasha's bully...well, I guess that one deserves it," Arthur said, shrugging his shoulder. When Raven interrupted them upon entering the packhouse, they all laughed heartily.
"Have you been talking behind my back with my daughter in the room?" Raven asked, raising an eyebrow as he stepped inside. His voice carried a playful edge, but his eyes gleamed with curiosity.
Before anyone could respond, he walked over to Brienne and pressed a gentle kiss on her lips, then turned to his mother and did the same on her forehead.
"I see you’re already filling Raeya's head with stories about my childhood mischief," he said.
"Well, it was facts," Cecil said. "I just hope our beautiful Raeya doesn't take his father's naughtiness," she added with a sharp look.
"Come on, Mom. I'm a changed man," Raven said. "Believe me, darling," he added and glanced at Brienne, who just smiled in returned.
"Now, come to me, my little wolf," Raven said. Cecil immediately handed Raeya to Raven, and Raeya right away giggled.
"She knows his father," Cecil whispered and leaned on Arthur, who held her at her waist.
"Thank you, darling," Raven whispered, gazing into Brienne's eyes.
"You've been saying that to me every day, love," Brienne replied with a soft smile. She stood up and walked over to Raven, standing by his side as they watched their baby together.
As Brienne gently touched Raeya’s tiny hand, the baby stirred and tried to reach for her fingers, making Brienne's heart swell with love.
"Now, now, can I hold my dear niece, please!" Ravena pleaded with puppy eyes. "I've been waiting for ages for my turn," she added, making everyone chuckle.
"Should we? Do you want to be held by your aunt, little wolf?" Raven asked Raeya, but Raeya just wriggled and played with Brienne's finger.
"Come on, please," Ravena said.
"Alright, dear sister," Raven said and carefully handed their daughter to Ravena. Everyone, except for Brienne, gathered around Raeya.
Brienne smiled as she watched her family fawn over Raeya. Her heart felt full. This was her home now, and she wouldn't trade it for anything.