Alex let out a breath, folding her arms as she stared at her father. "No babies."
Liam raised an eyebrow. "None at all?"
She shook her head. "Nope."
His eyes narrowed slightly. "And how can you be so sure?"
Rolling her eyes, she sighed. "Dad, if I even had the slightest suspicion, I would tell you. You know that."
A slow smile tugged at his lips. "Good. I was beginning to worry I was losing my spot as your favorite person. I had my hopes up for some grandkids."
She smirked, unable to stop herself. "Well, you might end up with fifteen of them sooner than you think."
His face darkened instantly. "Alex."
"Dad," she countered, her tone firm.
Liam exhaled sharply, his features tightening. "I know exactly what Nikolai is trying to do, and I hope Lucas puts an end to it."
She frowned, t
