Conner I had been waiting in the waiting room of the maternity wing for a couple of hours now. Our small group of three had been ushered out and were now eagerly anticipating news of the little pup about to be born into the world. Hanson and Dani sat in the tub couch by the wall, their fingers interlaced while I looked up at the clock. I didn't miss how my Beta kept looking at his mate's stomach. All this talk of babies and pups these past few days had triggered a strong paternal urge in him. He would unfortunately have to wait several months before his mate would be able to conceive again. I had no doubt that the next time Dani went into heat she would be announcing a pregnancy afterwards. I sensed her presence before I saw her, my Eden burst through the door. "I take it I didn't miss

