“Let’s go,” Ricky urged, grabbing Melanie’s hand to help steady her. If it wasn't for him she might have fallen flat on her face.
They’d just stepped out of the portal and onto Silver Creek pack lands. Melanie had momentarily been a bit disoriented. That had been happening more often these days as her pregnancy progressed. She wasn't at four months yet but there was definitely a pronounced bump. Luckily, her clothes were still able to hide it.
Once Ricky was sure Melanie had a firm footing, he took a few steps forward, pulling her gently along behind him.
“Wait,” Melanie said softly.
Ricky turned to look at her and Melanie surprised him as she threw her arms around her brother and gave him a hug.
“I just want you to know how lucky I feel to have you for an older half-brother,” Mel
