Elizabeth P.O.V. Seeing Victor's face appear in the doorway filled me with so much joy. The midwives had had me pushing for the last 15 minutes, and I knew the first pup was close to appearing into the world. Sam had stayed with me while the contractions got worse, but Nicki had managed to disappear within all the commotion. Victor closed the door and approached my bedside to take my hand. He smiled widely as tears began to fall. "Sam, you can go now. Ash is just outside." I squeezed her hand as she smiled down at me. "Thank you so much, my friend! I don't know what I would do without you." She placed a delicate kiss on my forehead and left the room. "Ok, Luna. I can see the first pup. Just a few more pushes and they'll be here." I was already drained. These pups had me working hard,

