KAI
I stood in front of my father's mausoleum, the cold winter wind biting at my exposed skin. It had been almost six months since we laid him to rest here, but coming to this solemn place still filled me with a profound sense of loss. He was my father, my mentor, my Alpha.
I placed a hand on the smooth marble plaque bearing his name. "Hey Dad," I said softly. "I know it's been awhile since I visited. Things have been...well, crazy doesn't even begin to cover it."
I paused, gathering my thoughts. I could almost imagine him standing there, arms crossed over his broad chest, waiting for me to gather the courage to speak openly.
"Alexis and I are having a baby," I finally said. "You were right about her, about us being fated mates. I should have listened to you sooner. I know how much y
