Page 29 of My Omega's Miracle

“They’re not helping anything either. It’s attracting all sorts of critters!” Seamus fired back.

I had to assume that wasn’t true, considering we were wolves, and all the animals in the forest knew to steer clear of our territory. We didn’t hunt them or hurt them in any way, it was just their instinct not to come near predators.

This fight had been going on for weeks. Despite our efforts to mediate in several different ways, I was at the point where I was ready to ask them both to move to opposite sides of the territory.

Noel came in, his hand resting underneath his belly, as if he could lift it up and alleviate some of the burden on his back.

“Mate,” I said, standing, “is it time to go?”

“Just about. We have ten minutes. I don’t really want this issue” —he pointed at the two of them— “overshadowing the minuscule amount of time off you get for the birth of our child.”

I had to bite back a laugh as Noel glared as hard as he could at the two of them. It wasn’t a very stern glare. Noel was known for his kindness and his endless enthusiasm and optimism; being a tough guy wasn’t in his wheelhouse.

“Sorry about that,” Seamus said. “It’s just... the flower beds are right there—”

“They are, and aren’t they gorgeous?” Noel interrupted.

“They are very pretty, Alpha Mate. Especially when the hummingbirds come in the morning. But see, they are awfully close,” Seamus grumbled.

“But maybe there’s another reason Teresea wanted them so close to your house, Seamus,” Noel suggested with a sly smile.

Teresea blushed deeply.

“The two of you are both single, yes?” Noel asked.

“Well, I don’t see what that has to do with anything,” Seamus muttered, shuffling his feet.

Both of their faces had a matching shade of red that rivaled the rose petals that started this whole war.

“The two of you are going on a date tonight,” Noel announced firmly. “Go to town, have dinner—off the territory—and either fuck this argument out or we’re moving you to opposite sides of the territory.”

My mind reeled as I replayed every conversation I’d had with the two of them. Suddenly, it was obvious—they were flirting. Who flirted like this in their 60s? Apparently, they did.

“You heard him,” I said. “Meeting adjourned.” I grinned. I wished I had a gavel so I could smack it on the table.

Seamus turned to Teresea. “Would you like to go to dinner with me tonight?”

“Well, I wouldn’t mind.”

“Perfect. Now, I have an appointment, and that was my last official act as Alpha before going on a very short leave.”

I gripped Noel’s hand and led him out the door. I wasn’t going to let anyone interrupt us anymore. I would still be Alpha while on leave, but everyone knew that all concerns should go to my Betas or my father before coming to me so that I could be there for Noel and our pup. Once we got settled, we’d return to our regular duties.

Noel and I walked slowly through the pack houses. Many people stopped and waved, giving us well-wishes on our way.

“This is like my first day here,” he said. He was walking slower. The waddle caused by his enormous belly was evident in every step. Thankfully we kept the territory free of snow and ice, so I didn’t have to worry about him falling.

We arrived to the healer’s cabin as quick as we could. Rosie ushered us inside, and we were settled into the birthing suite. It was decorated more like a bedroom than a hospital room. Noel had helped to set it up. He wanted to be as comfortable as possible for the birth. I just wanted it over with.

Excitement like I’d never known thrummed through my body, but that didn’t alleviate the fear.

“We’ll get you started with a few natural remedies meant to kickstart your labor.” Rosie handed Noel a foul-smelling cup that was filled to the brim with green sludge.

“Is there any way that you could make it—” I was about to suggest making it slightly more tolerable, but my mate tipped it back like it was the most delicious treat in the world.

“Okay then.” Rosie laughed. “If that works, we’ll know in a few minutes.” She left the room.

Noel laid back on the double bed that was designed so that after the birth he and I could both settle in the bed and cuddle our pup. He was surrounded by fluffy pillows. “I hope this works.”

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