Chapter 37
Charlie
“Can you believe you’re over halfway through your pregnancy?” I asked as I placed the final box on the floor of Kennedy’s room.
She was sitting crossed-legged on the bed, watching me and my pack mates work. She had been staying in her new room for a few weeks, but it had taken some time to find a weekend where we could box up all her stuff and officially move her in. It wasn't that big a task, considering none of the furniture in her small place was her own and she had been bringing bags of clothing and other necessities home with her every time she went back.
Even though most of her wardrobe was already here, her favorite items of clothing to wear were ours. She was wearing one of Storm’s oversized practice T-shirts and a pair of tiny sleep shorts that should have been illegal for how well they displayed her ass. How was I supposed to get any work done when she looked like that?
We had offered to take her shopping to get some maternity clothes, but she had insisted that our T-shirts worked the best. I wasn't going to say no to my omega coating herself with my scent. Had I gone out and bought myself several new T-shirts,just so I could wear them once and then give them to her? Yes, yes, I had.
“I’m definitely feeling it.” Kennedy laughed, rubbing her belly that was only just starting to swell. “Though it still feels so much easier than last time,” she admitted, scrunching her nose thoughtfully.
Every time she spoke about how difficult her pregnancy with Charlotte had been, I had to resist the urge to punch Storm. Kennedy had forgiven him, and I'd caught them cuddling on several occasions, so I probably shouldn't have been as mad as I was. Our omega was clearly a better person than I.
“Well, maybe once we move these boxes, we can get some ice cream, and I’ll give your lower back a massage.” I grinned.
Kennedy groaned. “Yes, please!” Her back had been giving her pain for the last few days, thanks to the sudden growing of her bump. “Where’s Charlotte? Last I saw, you were holding her.”
“Micha kidnapped her for some playtime with blocks. Personally, I think he's just shucking his responsibility when it comes to moving boxes.”
Kennedy giggled, a beautiful sound I was obsessed with. “Are you guys going to tell me what we're doing today?”
I shook my head. “It’s a surprise.”
We were only spending one or two hours in the morning moving boxes, and then we had a pack date planned. All four of us guys had gathered around, coming up with various ideas, and we had several winners from that little brainstorming session.
It was safe to say we were ready to woo our omega over several dates.
She pouted. “I don't like surprises.”
I snorted. “Well, that's bullshit, princess. Remember when I surprised you with your favorite pint of ice cream you thoughtwas out of stock everywhere? I thought you were going to maul me, you were so happy!”
Kennedy’s only response was to stick her tongue out at me.
“Put that tongue away, or I’ll put it to good use,” I told her.
She grinned. “I’m up for that.”
Minx.
“No,” I said firmly, pointing at her. “You will not distract me with your womanly wiles today. It is a day for wooing!”
She crossed her arms, bringing attention to her rapidly growing chest. Pregnancy boobs were a thing of glory. I was quickly becoming obsessed with them. “What if I want to distract you?” she asked.
“I am too strong for that. We have a pack date planned, and nothing is going to mess it up. So, while I finish putting these boxes away, you need to get your cute little butt in the shower and get ready to go.”
Kennedy groaned, flopping back onto the nest with a grunt. “Spoilsport.”
“You’re going to love it,” I reassured her.
“I don't doubt that. I'm upset that you're sweaty and worked up and won't play with me.” She pouted at the ceiling.
It was almost impossible to resist, but I had to. The tempting call of her sweet floral scent was overpoweringly strong.
“The zoo?” Kennedy asked excitedly as we pulled into the parking lot. We had taken Eli's car and mine, as they were the biggest, and Storm, Charlotte, and Kennedy were in the car with me.
Storm nodded, turning in the passenger seat to look at Kennedy with a grin. “That's right. Eli mentioned you’ve wanted to take Charlotte here.”