I tug on his little socks as Alaric smiles up at me "You look so cute" I squeal, covering his face and belly in kisses making him wriggle and make adorable noises. I decide not to bother with any shoes for him and lift him up, holding him against my chest trying to use him to ease my nervousness about today.
It was Thaddeus' birthday celebrations.
Although his birthday was just over a week ago we had been preoccupied, it was the day after the announcement and the kingdom was still in shock; the lycans outraged but were now deathly afraid to show their displeasure after Thaddeus' public punishments - I am glad I didn't watch those because from the gossip around the castle it was horrific.
I was apprehensive to say the least about being included in the celebrations for Thaddeus, of course
