MAXIMUS Everything around me stilled; my attention focused on her and her alone as I arose from my throne and slowly walked up to her. “What did you say?” I asked again to confirm. “What did you just say?” Looking up at me, her lips curled into a smile. “I am pregnant, Max. We are having a baby.” “Michael.” I immediately called the pack doctor. “Can you confirm, please?” The doctor stepped forward and bowed a little. "Indeed, she is pregnant. I confirmed that when I examined her when she was brought into the hospital for poisoning.” “Take her to her room and make sure she never leaves.” I immediately ordered the guards. I didn’t even have to think twice. After a very long time of trying for an heir, my wishes were finally coming through. The excitement that filled my chest was imme