Chapter 110 Telling the pack

Chapter 110 Telling the pack
River
The morning sun breaks over the horizon, spilling golden light across the dew-kissed grass of our territory. I stand at the entrance of the pack’s communal area, a mixture of excitement and nerves swirling in my gut. Today, I’m going to share the news of Aloria’s pregnancy with everyone. The celebration from last night still lingers in my mind, but now it’s time to make it official in front of the whole pack.

I can’t believe that I am going to be a father, I do not think I have ever been so happy or so excited ever before in my life… and it only makes me love Aloria even more, even if I did not think it possible.

I glance over my shoulder at Aloria, who stands just behind me, her expression a blend of anticipation and warmth. Her presence is a soothing balm to my racing heart. I’ve never felt so much joy and responsibility all at once, but knowing she’s by my side makes me feel invincible.

“Are you ready for this?” I ask her, a teasing smile on my lips despite the flutter of nerves in my stomach.

She nods, her eyes sparkling with excitement. “I can’t wait to see their reactions. I know they’ll be thrilled!”

Taking a deep breath, I step forward, clearing my throat to gather everyone’s attention. The pack members are mingling, some preparing breakfast while others laugh and share stories from the night before. As I call out, the chatter slowly fades, and all eyes turn to me.

“Everyone, can I have your attention?” I project my voice, steady and strong. The crowd quiets, curious faces peering at me, eager to hear what I have to say. “I have some news to share, and it’s something very close to my heart.”

Aloria steps up beside me, her hand slipping into mine, grounding me as I feel the collective anticipation from our pack. “As you all know, our journey together has been filled with challenges and victories,” I begin, my gaze sweeping across the familiar faces of my family. “But today, I have a new reason to celebrate.”

I pause for a moment, letting the impact of my words settle in the air before I continue. “Aloria and I are expecting a baby.”

The reaction is instantaneous. Gasps of surprise mingle with bursts of laughter and joy, echoing through the clearing. The energy shifts, and I can practically feel the excitement radiating off everyone. I meet Aloria’s gaze, her smile wide and full of joy, and I can’t help but grin back at her.

“Wow! That’s amazing!” one of the younger wolves exclaims, bouncing on their toes with excitement. “When will we get to meet the little one?”

“Soon enough,” I reply, laughter bubbling up as I look at the eager faces around me. “But for now, we have some preparations to make.”

The crowd erupts into cheers and applause, the sound sending a thrill of happiness through me. I can see pack members hugging each other, some even jumping up and down, caught up in the joyous moment. It’s as if the very air is charged with our collective hope and excitement for what the future holds.

“Are you going to teach them how to hunt?” another wolf shouts, a playful grin on their face.

“Of course! And how to defend our territory,” I respond, my heart swelling with pride at the thought of raising a child within this loving pack.

Aloria squeezes my hand, her eyes gleaming with affection. “And how to love fiercely,” she adds, her voice carrying through the crowd.

I nod, feeling the weight of our responsibilities as leaders and now, as parents. “Together, we will raise a child who embodies the spirit of our pack… strong, kind, and brave.”

As the cheers and laughter continue, I scan the faces of my pack, feeling grateful for this moment. They aren’t just my pack members; they are family. And now, they’ll be part of our child’s life, a community that will nurture and protect our little one.

“Let’s celebrate,” I call out, my heart soaring with joy. “Let’s make today a day to remember.”

The pack erupts in cheers once more, and I can see the excitement in their eyes as they start to plan a gathering in honor of our news. I watch as they rush to prepare food, gather decorations, and share ideas for how to celebrate our growing family. The atmosphere is electric, filled with laughter and anticipation.

As we begin to set up for the celebration, I catch Aloria’s eye again, and the love I see reflected back fills me with warmth. “Thank you for being my partner in this,” I say softly, leaning closer to her.

Her smile widens, her eyes bright with joy and she has never looked more beautiful. “Thank you for being you, River. I can’t wait to share this journey with you.”

With our hands still intertwined, we join our pack in the preparations, laughter ringing out as stories and dreams flow freely. I can’t help but feel that we’re not just celebrating the arrival of our child today; we’re celebrating the bonds of our pack, the love that binds us all together.

As the sun climbs higher in the sky, I know that this day will go down in history… not just as the day we announced our pregnancy but as a reminder of the strength of our community and the love that will guide us as we embark on this new adventure. Together, we’ll face whatever challenges come our way, and together, we’ll raise our child with all the love and support in the world. The future is bright, and I can’t wait to see what it holds for us.