George
I'm shocked.
I really thought we had this under control. We were doing so great together, avoiding unnecessary risks. We did it since the beginning of our physical relationship.
I even got great at bottoming for my mate. In fact, I enjoyed it very much. Who would've thought?
But as soon as Liam's heat struck him, we were doomed. Not only he insisted on having me right away, I couldn't possibly have resisted him.
I didn't want to. Not at all.
What can I say: I love and desire my mate. Plus, it has been some months since we've been together like that. I just wish I used a condom.
There goes our plan to hold off on starting a family. It looks like Sebastian's child is gonna have some company after all. Maybe they can be best friends like Junior and I are.
My poor mate got so self conscious afterwards. We got so tired, slept so late that by the time we woke up the next day it was already time for lunch.
My parents were very supportive, like always. After that day, we have been loving each other freely since we're already gonna be parents.
I mean, you know what they say: if you're already in hell, hold on to the devil.😅
After graduation, we continued with our respective training. Except that now, I go to work when my dad goes and only return when he does.
I don't have warrior training anymore, but 9 to 5 Alpha business. All day. Every day, except for weekends.
Considering that my ascension ceremony has already been booked, it's now or never. And my dad is not about to hand over his pack to me unprepared.
Though one could argue that I'm well prepared by now, still I don't mind at all. On the contrary, I love spending time with my dad.
"You've completed the bond already? Damn! You've barely waited for Mia's graduation!" - I commented, perplexed after seeing my brother's fresh mate mark on a Sunday afternoon.
Dads congratulated Charlie on completing the bond with his mate. He looked absolutely radiantly happy, though he's still bashful at the subject. Though by now we know he wasn't a virgin before mated. Then again, no one I know was except for Junior, but that was about his fear of an unmated pregnancy like his parents.
"It wasn't my choice to complete it now, if it was up to me I would've waited some more." - Charlie defended himself, not that he needed.
"Liar!" - I rebuked. I don't know why he's trying to play coy, we all know how it goes.
And there's no way in hell he would've preferred to wait. Are you freaking kidding me? He's a 17 years old boy and sex is sex, even if he's getting over his high school sweetheart.
Charlie glared daggers at me.
"Son, you need not to justify yourself to anyone, much less to your own family. If you're happy, then we're happy." - Dad intervened in his serene tone, hugging his son who welcomed the affection.
Charlie is such a daddy's boy. But then again, so am I. I do love my family.
"Congratulations, brother. I mean it. Mia hit the jackpot on the mating pool." - I say while patting his shoulders, smiling proudly at him.
"I think I did, George. But thanks." - He replied with a wide grin, fulfillment radiating off of him.
"You'll be the envy of the senior class next Fall, being already mated at 17." - Daddy commented, smiling at his son.
"I don't think having your mate already away at college is gonna make anyone jealous of me, daddy. But thanks, at least I don't have to wonder anxiously." - He sighed, a tad disappointed.
He's gonna face a long distance relationship like Junior and Jeff, but it goes with the territory. Hopefully, next year he'll join his mate at university - if he gets accepted to Rice University, which I'm confident that he will.
WEEKS LATER.
Dad organized a visit to the Stonehold office, where he brought me and Liam.
It's a large building downtown that houses the controlling operation of every Stonehold business and real estate management. Not only that, but they also help with the pack bureaucracy.
Most of the employees are second cousins to my dad, but there are some non related lower levels, like Liam's mom - who smiled at us as soon as she saw her son.
"George, this is Jeffrey Stonehold, our senior accountant. He manages the pack books and is one of the people responsible for our fiscal efficiency." - Dad introduced us. I shake his hand.
"Jeffrey, this is your future Luna Liam Forsythe." - Dad continued, smiling. Liam also shook his hand.
"Nice to meet you, Liam. I heard so much about you from your mom already that I feel like I know you." - He said with an amusing tone.
We all greet Mrs. Forsythe who works as his assistant and seemed legitimately proud of her son.
"It's nice to finally meet you, sir." - Liam greeted him, smiling politely.
"George, it's very important to remember: though we manage the pack accounts, it's not our money. The most important part of Jeffrey's job is that he reports to the Elder Council, who must approve our expenses. It's not like my money that I can spend on anything I want." - Dad lectured, getting nods from his cousin.
"I say this because if Jeffrey doesn't do his job, I can be removed as Alpha by the Elder Council." - Dad continued in a somber tone.
Both Liam and I gasped at this.
"Wow. Who ever thought accounts hold such power?" - I snickered, to my dad's glare.
"Son, whoever holds the money has the power." - He stated with a poignant look.
"Don't worry, Alpha. You will never be impeached on my watch, I promise you. Also, I don't hold the money. That's Simone's job." - He said playfully.
Dad laughed at this.
"You're right, cousin. That's my next stop. Thank you for your time. Keep up the good work." - Dad patted his back and we're off to another floor.
Liam hugged his mom before we left. Honestly, you'd have to see her face. The woman looked so proud of her son. It warms my heart.
When we reached the top floor, dad continued introducing everyone around, who bowed their heads to him.
"Son, this is the boss lady Simone Stonehold Adams. She makes sure our bills are paid on time and there's food on our table." - Dad said in a humble tone.
"I help, Alpha. Our team does most of the work." - She replied, politely.
"Nice to see you again, Mrs. Adams. How's the pregnant one?" - Liam spoke, smiling at her.
"Hating bed rest. You know my son. But he's ready to pop at any moment now." - She replied, promptly.
"Liam, would you mind waiting outside for a minute. I need to talk privately with my son and cousin at her office." - Dad asked my mate, who evidently offered no objection.
We entered her large office, dad closed the door and Simone started pulling some numbers for me to see.
"Son, it's very important that when you ascend as Alpha you continue relying on this office to help out with your money. Also, I will start working here too as I've mentioned before." - Dad told me in a serious tone.
"It's fine, dad. You didn't have to shut Liam out just to tell me this." - I rolled my eyes. Simone couldn't help but laugh at my comment.
"That's not why we're alone, son. I needed to show you something. This is the money I have on my personal account and this is what you'll inherit once you ascend as Alpha." - Dad said as he showed me the figures.
I'm baffled looking at the screen.
"You have this much money and we still have to do the dishes?" - I'm mesmerized, gasping for air.
Both dad and Simone laughed at this.
"Son, money is a means to an end. You can't let it go over your head!" - Dad lectured in a serious tone.
Yeah... Too late now, mister. I'm already dreaming of all the things I wanna do with this money.🤑
Weeks turned into months and soon enough, the ascension ceremony is upon us.
Junior has been killing at his Beta training with uncle Tony. They work together everyday from 9 to 5, just like me and dad. The only difference is that neither of us are getting paid.😅
But the free labor is just about to be over in a few short days. And before we get to that, Liam and I have finally settled on a 3 bedrooms house inside the compound.
There weren't that many available to rent because it's a hot commodity, but I'm good either way.
And for the last couple of weeks, Liam and my daddy have been decorating it since we don't have any furniture.
And both of them are super excited about it - though Liam took some convincing that the condo where we completed the bond wasn't possible. Like I told him, my dad will never let me live outside of the compound. Full stop.
But now they're just about done with all the decorating. I would say it cost my dads a pretty penny but now that I've seen my dad's bank account, I could be decorating a house in southern Italy and still wouldn't make a dent.😅
"Wow! Did you pick all the furniture yourself?" - I asked Liam as I marveled at our new home.
We're inside the house, bringing our clothes and possessions. This is the first time I've seen it fully decorated and it looks breathtakingly beautiful.
"Some of it. The kitchen was mostly all Tyler." - Liam replied with a contemplating gaze.
"Well, it's wonderful. Both of you did a remarkable job." - I said in awe of the place.
It's a simple house, 3 bedrooms (1 suite), living room, kitchen, 2 bathrooms (upstairs and downstairs) and a 2 cars garage.
But damn it was well put together! I'm sure I'm gonna be happy here. Me, Liam and our pup he's carrying. It's August now, so he's almost 3 months pregnant.😍
Liam's mom was thrilled with the news. She told him she is ready to become a grandma, even though she's barely 40. My parents are also excited about the prospect - and they're even younger than her.
After we brought in all our stuff, we rested in our new suite for a moment. Liam seems distracted.
"Are you okay? With the move and the pregnancy?" - I asked him, tentatively.
He looked at me frowning.
"Yes, of course I am! I'm thrilled! I was just thinking about how the hell I got so lucky to have all these nice things..." - He replied in a humble tone.
"Because you're wonderful and you deserve it." - I said without missing a beat. He smiled wide at me.
"You're so amazing, did you know that?" - He spoke before kissing me.
"No, mate. You are. I'm just here to make you happy." - I barely had time to finish the last vowel before he jumped on top of me.
Liam kisses me for a while, then my neck and nibble on my earlobe. A moan passes my lips at the contact.
"I'm serious, though. You deserve everything you ever wanted in life. And I'm here for it. For you. Whatever you want or need, I'm at your service." - I speak with a serious expression.
He swooned.
"Thank you for being so wonderful. I really mean it. Right now, I need..." - He said with a mischievous grin, before he started stripping me off.
What can I say? I love William Jackson Forsythe. He's the one for me. And I couldn't be happier by his side.
Liam
MONTHS LATER.
I'm 6 months pregnant now. Sebastian gave birth to a beautiful baby girl who we all immediately feel in love.
Both he and Justin brought great joy to their families. Not only she is the first grandchild of the Adams, but she is Delta Underwood's first granddaughter.
Needless to say, the entire family is completely taken by the newborn baby. As are her dads.
My mom is doing fine too, working and continuing to live at the pack house. Even though I don't live over there anymore, we still see each other every week.
She also told me she'd take a few vacation days to spend with me once the baby comes. I told her she didn't need to waste her vacation time on me, but she almost slapped me after I said that.
Moms, am I right?
What's not to love...😍
Our ascension ceremony was witnessed by almost 21 thousand people. It was broadcast through a giant screen for the multitude of the town population that packed the main town square.
It was so beautiful to see my mate getting his due. He worked almost to the bone for it, his father doesn't play and demanded him the highest level of excellence.
Mr. and Mrs. Westbrook looked so proud of Junior when it came to his oath. All our parents cried at the ceremony, including my very emotional mom.
Afterwards, George and I stepped down from the podium to greet the allied Alphas and other VIPs, then our friends and family.
It was an event I'll never forget. Mr. Stonehold also used his speech to remember his father and grandfather, who passed away this year.
It's weird having people I never met greet and congratulate me, even weirder considering I was pregnant and got felicitations for that too.
But it was truly an unforgettable experience. Now it's weird to meet George's father and not bow my head to him. Really weird.
But now I bow to no one.
My mom and I are at the cemetery.
It's the day of the dead [Dia de los muertos], so we came to visit my father's grave. I haven't been here since his tombstone was unveiled and his remains were transferred here.
We bring some flowers and stay for a moment. My mom looks serene.
"Hi, dad. It's me, your son Liam." - I start, in front of his grave next to my mom.
"I hope you're cool with your new home. I know the tombstone is really beautiful." - I continued, gazing at his picture.
"I just wanted to stop by and tell you are gonna be a grandfather. I'm pregnant. I know, right? I'm surprised too!" - I smirked, causing my mother to let out a mild laughter.
"I hope you are looking down at me happily. I know it wasn't always an easy journey, but we got here. Now I'm the happiest I've ever been. I hope I made you proud of me." - I said, misty eyed.
Mom turned to face me and she put her hands on my face softly. Her gaze is sweet and loving. Tears threatened to drop from her eyes.
"He is proud of you. As I am. Liam, you have turned your life around in a remarkable way. Honestly, with everything that you faced this year, I couldn't possibly be more proud of you." - She said and kissed me.
I hugged my mom for a while, emotional. This is the culmination of everything we ever wanted. A good life.
Though I will always wish my father was here, his memory lives on in us. He'll never be forgotten. His blood will course through my son's veins as I'll no longer be the last Forsythe.
In just a few months, we'll meet the next Alpha of the Stonehold pack: Jackson Forsythe Stonehold. Long may he live!
A|N: No, I'm not crying, you're crying!🥺
This is probably one of the most beautiful films Pixar has ever produced.🥰
Thank you so much for embarking on Liam's journey. It has been wonderful to write this.
And for those of you who are now finishing my second, third or fifth novel, please know that you're the ones who make me wanna keep on writing.
It has been truly an honor.
Love,
Léo.