Ultimately, it appeared like their relationship was progressing positively, and she was poised to find happiness in this environment. Tyler and Maddis were not just happy; he and Bella were also content. The children were also present. Karis no longer avoided him and consistently spoke to him as dad, which also brought him joy.
They celebrated Christmas Day with their families, including both her family and his, in addition to her and the children. Everyone is relishing one other’s presence. He observed that Bella and Abbey remained aloof and distanced from one another. This remains unresolved at this juncture. They successfully occupied the same room without engaging in conflict, which was a positive beginning.
Nina and Matt participated in a video conference, allowing them to observe everyone in the room enjoying themselves and interacting harmoniously. They conversed with Dani and Bella, smiled at the triplets, and assured them they would see them the next day. They were scheduled to visit for Boxing Day and remain for a few days. Luke had displayed the video call on the television, enabling them to view and engage with everyone in the room, thereby alleviating any concerns regarding Dani and Bella’s presence.
They saw his interactions with his parents and her parents, including formal introductions to her brother and his wife, as well as Abby and her husband, together with tiny Halley. They were able to observe all activities occurring in the room, which fostered a sense of complete inclusion in the festivities of Christmas Day.
Nina and Matt bid farewell as they departed to see Grandpa Hill and subsequently Matt’s family. Dani assured them she would get them from the airport with Robyn at dawn and said farewell. She was wearing a beautiful diamond engagement ring that Robyn had presented to her this morning. A pink diamond in a pear cut, surrounded by encrusted diamonds. Incurs a substantial expense. He had indeed contacted Luke to seek authorisation for such an expenditure.
Luke expressed his belief that just honesty was insufficient. He transitioned to a video conference and requested to see the options his brother was considering, as well as his final selection. Luke distinctly sensed that his brother was opting for a choice of inferior value to conserve packing expenses. He was miserly.
He observed them arranged and examined their prices before asking, “Which one do you genuinely prefer, Robyn? Be honest with me.” Robyn touched the ring shaped like a pair, priced at nearly 60 thousand dollars, and Luke encouraged him to purchase it. Robyn appeared apprehensive. “It’s fine, Robyn; you rarely spend money. Don’t overthink it, just acquire it.” The ring he was having crafted for Bella was nearly triple that amount.
Dani’s sole concern for the day was informing her parents that she and Robyn were cohabitating, rather than her being in her own suite until the wedding day. Bella, believing this would not pose a problem, reminded Dani that her parents were not, in fact, prudes. They were also aware that Dani wished to marry Robyn. It was somewhat anticipated that eventually she and Robyn would cohabitate.
Later that evening, the two of them reclined on the sofa and saw the youngsters engaging with their new toys, revelling in their enjoyment. It represented the archetypal family moment for him. An ideal day, as it ought to have always been, how it was destined to be; he would never permit anything to interfere with their bond again.
He was somewhat apprehensive over the quantity of chocolate and confections consumed by the youngsters today; yet, none appeared sick or on the verge of vomiting. Bella appeared unconcerned, comfortably observing them while leaning on him. She smiled at him each time his lips caressed her hair with a tender kiss.
He down to the floor and engaged in play with the youngsters at their request, smiling even more while Bella captured photographs of their collective enjoyment. Maddis and Tyler pursued the children in wolf form within the alpha hallway, the two wolves frolicking and leaping, eliciting squeals and laughter from the youngsters. Allowing their wolves to roam within the packhouse was atypical; nonetheless, the frigid outdoor conditions prompted both Tyler and Maddis to desire interaction with the wolves, while the children expressed a need to observe them today. They would not deny their children their desires, as it was Christmas.
Luke could scarcely remember a moment when Maddis exhibited such happiness.
His animal was not only tranquil, but also exuded delight; it purred, chuffed, and rolled around, behaving almost like a puppy for his children.
Allowing them to ascend and traverse him along the corridor.
His parents were positioned in the corridor, reclining against the wall, with his mother resting on his father. They were observing and smiling, finding his wolf’s activity peculiar yet amusing. No one had ever witnessed Maddis in this manner.
Luke received a mental communication from his father expressing pride in him and his wolf, indicating that they had now grasped the essence of being an Alpha and a parent, prioritising the happiness of his family, which in turn ensured the happiness of the pack. A content Luna signifies a content Alpha, which therefore results in a content pack.
Luke concurred, as the pack shown fondness and respect towards Bella, appreciating her kind demeanour towards everybody. She continued to experience periods of annoyance towards him. However, she never directed her frustrations towards the pack. Tyler had not excluded him at any time. Conditions were unequivocally improved. He wished they remained in that state.
