Page 61 of The Lycan King's Secret Child

Xander exchanged a look with Amelia before speaking.

Xander: "Amelia is pregnant."

Marcus's eyes widened slightly.

Marcus: "Congratulations."

Amelia: "Thank you."

Marcus: "This makes things... more delicate."

Xander: "I agree. Which is why we need to contact Elias."

Marcus nodded thoughtfully.

Marcus: "I can reach out to him. Set up a meeting."

Xander: "Do it."

Marcus excused himself, leaving them alone.

Amelia: "He took that well."

Xander: "Marcus is steady. He'll do whatever is necessary."

She looked around the grand foyer, suddenly feeling overwhelmed.

Amelia: "This place feels different now."

Xander: "How so?"

Amelia: "I don't know. Like it's not just your home anymore, but ours."

He smiled softly.

Xander: "I like the sound of that."

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Over the next few days, preparations were made to meet with Elias. Amelia settled into the estate, getting used to the new surroundings. One afternoon, she found herself wandering into the library, rows of books stretching up to a vaulted ceiling.

She ran her fingers along the spines, pausing at a particularly old volume. Pulling it out, she opened a page depicting ancient symbols.

Amelia: Muttering to herself "Fascinating."

Xander entered quietly, watching her.

Xander: "I see you've found my favorite room."

She turned, smiling.

Amelia: "It's incredible. I've never seen such a collection."

Xander: "Feel free to read anything you'd like."

She held up the book.

Amelia: "What do these symbols mean?"

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