Brynn's Beta

Chapter 10--Brynn

A while after Aspen and Maverick got back from their trip to research her change, Jace and I headed off on our much-needed vacation. It was amazing! I guess it was like a human honeymoon of sorts. We spent two glorious weeks exploring multiple European countries. We started in Croatia where I was captivated by the natural beauty that surrounded us. We made our way to Austria where I maybe lived out a Sound of Music fantasy. My favorite place was a chalet in Gstaad, Switzerland. It was nestled in a tiny, car free village with a magnificent view. We spent four nights there and even made love under the stars on the roof. It was magical. From there, I ate my weight in pasta, sea food, and pizza through Italy before we flew back home.

There was so much s*x on this trip, and I didn’t get a depo shot before we left. Jace and I talked about it and we were both ready for a family. I was young, but in our world it wasn’t unusual. About half of my friends who mated at 18 had a baby within their first year. I wanted several children and I wanted to watch Jace be a dad. Plus, he was a bit older than me and was eager for pups. I figured I would be pregnant by the time we got home.

Once we were settled back in the pack, I joined Aspen in planning her Luna ceremony. We had the best time together. She was really one of my closest friends. I was delighted to find out that Susan Gibson would be in jail or killed for her part in hurting Jace. She could burn in hell for all I cared. Between her mistreatment of me and some of my friends and her traitorous acts towards the pack, death might be too good for her.

In the meantime, Aspen and I split as many of the Head Omega duties as we could. Aspen insisted on including Ivy and giving her more responsibility. I loved that Aspen saw all the same potential in Ivy as I did, and we started giving her more and more responsibility. Ivy was young for it, but I wanted her to be the next Head Omega. Even though I was a bit biased since she was my best friend, I knew she would be incredible in the role. We had been talking about our ideas to improve the pack for years, and now I had the opportunity to help implement them. Maverick was putting off making a decision on the new Head Omega for some reason, so Aspen and I were super busy.

Jace and I settled into an easy routine. There were definitely some awkward moments just learning to live with my mate, but mostly it was incredible. I loved falling asleep next to him at night and waking up surrounded by his scent in the morning. I hoped I would never get used to the rolling tingles I felt every time we touched. It was maybe my favorite part of our bond. I think I was becoming more outgoing the longer we were mated. Somehow, Jace brought out my strengths and minimized my insecurities. I think I did the same for him. He could be so moody and depressed sometimes, but I could tease him and help him change his attitude. I think that’s what partners were supposed to do for each other. At least I hoped.

I loved the rooftop in our Switzerland chalet so much, I made some upgrades to our patio/porch area. I found some great furniture, had a firepit and pergola overhang installed, and filled the area with trees and plants. It was a smidge cheesy, but as the last part, I strung a few strands of lights to give the place a little glow. My favorite part was that the couch had an easy adjustment to make it into a bed. I had some sexy plans for this space and I couldn’t wait to share it with Jace. Once it was finished, I purchased a special little outfit that would probably make even Ivy blush. It was super scandalous and never something I ever thought I would own, but I knew Jace would love it and I wanted to look like a s*x vixen for him. I wanted to own my sexuality, feel more like a woman, and less like a girl who was constantly catching up.

Later that night, I made Jace close his eyes and I brought him out to our little patio oasis. He loved it! When I dropped the dress I was wearing and he saw the red, sheer, lacy one piece I had underneath, my goal was achieved. He looked at me exactly as I hoped, his eyes turning black with lust almost immediately. I grinned and strutted towards him. Pushing him back on the sofa, I straddled him and took his lips. His hands immediately found my ass and he gripped me tightly.

I pulled away, “Do you like my outfit?”

“I love it. Please tell me you bought it in multiple colors because I’m about rip it off you.”

“Mmm, maybe,” I purred. I slipped my hands down to waistband and slipped his zipper down. I pulled out his c*ck, unsnapped my outfit and slid down on his length. I sighed, loving how full I felt and the tingles making my insides sparkle. Jace immediately found my clit and started rubbing in circular motions. I took his lips again and moaned into his mouth. I was already close. Pulling away to breathe, I gasped, “Jace! Faster!” He brought his hands to my hips and started f*cking me from below. Soon I was coming all over him and crying out in sweet bliss. He pulled out, flipped me on all fours and pushed in from behind. I braced myself and he pounded into me chasing his own release. I wanted to come with him again so when his hand came forward to tease my n****e, I started rubbing my bud. Soon we both cried out in ecstasy.

After we caught our breath, Jace laughed. “I love this space already.”

I gave him a little kiss and smile while I sighed in contentment, “me too.”

A few weeks before the Luna ceremony, I noticed I was exhausted all the time. I could barely keep my eyes open at dinner and I had to sneak away for a mid-day nap. One day as I was walking through the dining room, a smell hit me and I ran to the nearest bathroom where I puked my guts out. After I rinsed out my mouth and splashed some cool water on my face, I was still feeling weak. I linked Jace for help and he came barging into the bathroom, panic all over his face.

While I waited for him, I realized exactly what this was. I was pregnant! He started to carry me up to my suite, but instead I asked him to take me to the clinic. It was super noisy since the pack was in the midst of expanding it, but we were ushered into a quiet, dark room to wait for Dr. Fagan. Thank Goddess because now I had a splitting headache. It was barely even confirmed that I was pregnant and I was already not loving my symptoms.

Jace had a worried expression on his face as he paced the room waiting for Dr. Fagan. I wanted to just blurt out my suspicions, but what if it was something else? He would be so disappointed (so would I).

“Jace. Stop pacing. Come sit by me, you’re making me feel dizzy.”

He pulled up a chair next to the exam table and clutched my hand. “Wolves only get sick when it’s super serious,” he murmured.

I tangled my fingers in his hair and pulled his head down to give him a little kiss, “there are other reasons a she-wolf feels sick.”

Before I could explain more, Dr. Fagan breezed in. “Brynn! I’m sorry to hear you’re feeling under the weather. Let’s grab a quick urine sample so I can run a test,” she said with a little wink.

I grinned at her and carefully sat up. “Do you need me to help you?” Jace asked, hovering next to me.

“Help me pee? I’ve got it, thanks,” I gave him a little shove and a smirk. Poor guy, he was so worried and so dense. I was giggling a little to myself at his predicament. In the bathroom, there was a stack of pregnancy tests. I grabbed one and did my business. It would take about three minutes. I could hear Dr. Fagan making small talk with Jace to distract him. I wondered, if the test was positive, if it was too early to get a sonogram.

The test popped up “pregnant” and I clapped my hands together in delight, but decided to keep up the charade for just another minute. Clutching my middle, I walked out to the room and stumbled to the bed. Jace caught me with another terrified look on his face. “Byrnn, baby, it will be ok. Whatever it is, we can get through it.”

I couldn’t stop the charade and starting giggling. Dr. Fagan grinned and stepped out to give us our privacy, “I’ll be right back. I forgot something.”

“Jace, come sit next to me,” I patted the exam table.

I grabbed his hand and placed it on my abdomen, “I’m going to be just fine in 4 or 5 months.”

Jace looked confused for another minute while I just waited patiently until he caught up. I heard a sharp intake of breath, “wait! Are you saying what I think? You’re going to … I mean we’re going to have a pup?!?!!”

I grinned and nodded, “yup!”

He pulled me on his lap and hugged me tight, burying his face in my neck. “I love you so much Brynn. Thank you. Thank you, baby. I can’t wait.”

I pulled his face up and gave him a little kiss, “me too, love, me too.”

There was a little knock on the door and Dr. Fagan slowly pushed it open, “Can I come in?”

I laughed, “yes!”

She was wheeling an ultrasound machine with her. “Congrats you two! I thought you might want to see your little one. It will help us know your due date. Why don’t you lay back on the table.”

I did as she asked and pulled up my shirt. She squeezed some cold jelly on my lower abdomen and started moving the probe around. After a minute, I heard the most magical sound of a breathy, little heartbeat. I looked at the screen and saw a little flutter of movement.

“There it is. That’s your pup!” Dr. Fagan announced.

I swear, there was a tear that made its way down Jace’s cheek as we watched the screen. He leaned down and gave me a little kiss.

“Looks like you’re just a few weeks along, Brynn. I’ll give you some multi-vitamins and make an appointment to see me in another couple of weeks. I’ll leave the rest of the info you need at the desk. Congratulations, again! This is great news.” Dr. Fagan wiped the jelly off my tummy.

Jace helped me off the table and we headed back to the pack house. I was suddenly starving and wanted fried chicken with a ton of pickles and pumpkin bread … no! a cranberry orange scone and I needed it IMMEDIATELY. I could tell this pregnancy was going to be great (sarcastic eyeroll), but I was absolutely thrilled about our pup. I had a sneaking suspicion it was that night on the new patio, but we had been banging like crazy since we mated, so who actually knows. In four short months, I was going to be a mom!

Four months and three days later, I was working in my office when I had a sudden sharp pain in my lower abdomen. I took a few deep breaths and it passed. I figured it was some Braxton Hicks contractions or something. Jace and I took a whole class about labor, delivery, and early baby stuff. It was really helpful for us, but I was so glad my mom would be around to help me. I was the youngest in my family and had a bunch of younger cousins, but still, I wanted the reassurance that only my mom could provide. It was intimidating to think about raising a pup. What if I messed them up?!

We decided to wait to find out what we were having. I mean, it was practically guaranteed that it would be a boy, but there was always room for fate. That thought had barely left my head when I had another sharper pain. Again, I took a few deep breaths and glanced at the clock. It had only been a couple minutes since my last one. This had to be a contraction. It was intense and it hurt!

Once it faded, I leaned back in my chair and rubbed my belly. Surely, this couldn’t be real labor! I propped my feet up and was actually pretty comfortable considering. Relaxing, I took a few more deep cleansing breaths. Three or four minutes later another sharp and longer pain. This one seemed to go on forever, and I moaned because it hurt so bad.

Aspen must have heard me because she came right into my office. I couldn’t even speak to tell her what was happening because another contraction started. I groaned again and just focused on my breathing. I don’t even know when Jace arrived, but I was on my hand and knees panting through another torturous pain. I just wanted it to stop and I needed DRUGS!

“C’mon baby, let’s get you to the clinic,” Jace murmured. I groaned at the thought of moving as another contraction started.

“Can’t,” I panted. There was water dripping down the inside of my thigh. Somehow Jace got me maneuvered into a standing position and he started to sway with me. I cried as another contraction came. They were just coming on top of each other and I didn’t even know what was happening. All I knew is that there was so much pressure and pain and pressure and I wanted to push.

I growled out and dropped into a squat. Jace was right behind me supporting me. Somehow Dr. Fagan was there as well and pulling on a pair of gloves.

“Well, I certainly didn’t expect this for a first-time mom. Brynn, you’re doing great. Next time you have a contraction, just lean into it and push. Let your body do the work.”

I groaned again as the next wave started and pushed with all my heart. There was a sharp burning sensation and it hurt so bad I thought I was going to pass out.

“That’s it, Brynn! You’re crowning. Give me another big push!” Dr. Fagan urged. I cried and did as I was told. There were a few more pushes involved and fair amount of screaming from me and then I heard the most magical sound. A pup’s cry.

Dr. Fagan dried it off and placed the baby on my chest. I was leaning against Jace on the floor of my office.

I took a quick peak, “It’s a girl!” I cried out, so surprised.

Jace kissed my forehead, “we have a girl,” he whispered, stunned.

Dr. Fagan was still kneeling in front of me. “Brynn, you did amazing. That was one of the fastest labor and deliveries I’ve ever seen—just over an hour from start to finish. Once you’re ready. Let’s get you to the clinic for a thorough check of your new pup.”

“Thanks, Doctor,” I murmured gazing at my baby, mesmerized by her little features.

I learned later that Aspen linked Jace and Dr. Fagan once she saw me and told them to not even bother with the clinic, that I would never make it. Thank Goddess she did that. Otherwise, I would have delivered in a pile of dirt or something.

We named our pup Harper and she was the light of my life. Everything checked out great and we didn’t even spend the night in the clinic. I just wanted to be home, in our bed, with our baby, figuring things out.

I walked back into the bedroom from the bathroom after I took a shower to find Jace shirtless on the bed cuddling with Harper doing some skin-to-skin contact. He was murmuring something sweet about how much he loved her and would always watch out for her. I practically melted in a puddle right there. Talk about Dad porn. Mercy! I knew Jace would be the best dad. We were both so surprised we had a girl first, but little Harper would be amazing, regardless of her future.

I cuddled next to Jace and wrapped my arms around him before I gave he and Harper each a little kiss, “Love you, Jace. I'm so glad you're mine.”

“Love you too, baby. Thanks for the daughter. I secretly wanted a girl, first. I just didn't think it would happen. Love this life we have together."