Zenya needed to appear happy and even managed to give a wrapped gift to Nicolas in front of several of Columbus's pack mates for Emily and Brandt's child. She didn't know if the deception would work or if Nicolas would return, but she had to try. The traitor needed to take the bait.
After the plane departed and she was back at their cabin, staying in control was harder. Everyone felt her anguish, especially Talya. The young she-cat curled up with her on the couch, placing the side of her face against Zenya's stomach.
"When will you first feel the baby?"
"Maybe in a couple of weeks."
"Do you think it's a girl?"
"No, actually I think it's a boy."
"Why?"
"Because I feel differently than I did when I carried my daughter." Zenya couldn't help the catch in her throat when she spoke of h
