AMBER I was still reeling from what the doctor had told us. Adam had been so wonderful, reassuring me that he would be by my side even without children. However, I hadn't allowed myself to fully believe it. He may feel that way now, but no-one would know how Adam would feel in a few years. Werewolves have this urge to reproduce once we have found our mates. Partly to carry on the bloodline. I couldn't give that to Adam, not anymore. I felt this dark cloud hanging over our future. There was a knock on the hospital room door. I already knew who it was. Adam had called to ask if I was up for a visit while he packed our things. I called for her to come in and tried to smile when I saw her. Ruby closed the door behind her and sat down next to the bed. "There's no need to put an act on for me.