She looked up at me with tears running down her face. I smiled and kissed her forehead. I wiped over my own eyes to prevent the tears from falling. Hey little one. Let’s see what you are. Maddy uncovered the baby. Looks like we have a little boy, my love.
I don’t know if my smile could get any bigger. I am so proud of you ! You did amazing.
Maddy smiled down at our baby boy with so much love. What do you think we should name him ? We hadn’t really talked about names before.
I looked down at our new son. He had cute pink cheeks with light brown hair. He didn’t have much, but it was still there. I reached my hand out to hold his. He wrapped his hand around my finger and held on. I knew he would make a great Alpha one day. How about Zander ?
Maddy seemed to think about it, What about William Zander and he could go by his middle name ? I smiled realizing that was her father’s name. That sounds wonderful. William Zander Blackwell welcome to the world little man. I smiled as little Zander yawned.
Do you want to hold him ? I nodded as Maddy handed him to me. I would have been scared to hold him but after getting practice in with Luka it wasn’t so bad.
Hey little man. I know you will do great things as you grow up. You will love and be loved by this pack and your parents. You mean so much to us. We love you so much already. I looked over to see Maddy staring at us.
I looked back down to Zander as he started to stir. I handed him back over to Maddy. She rocked him for a few minutes before he fell back to sleep. There are some people who want to come and check on you and meet our son.
I could feel the presences of our family and friends trying to link with me. I have blocked them out this whole time. I figured they were driving you nuts. I can feel the excitement from the pack. Maddy got more comfortable and feed Zander before we let anyone in.
Bryan, Clover, and my parents came in first. I am so proud of you. It seems like you did wonderful. Bryan was hugging Maddy softly. Next Clover and then my parents gave her hug and congrats.
So do we have a little boy or girl. My mother asked. I knew she was excited to know. We would like you all to meet William Zander Blackwell. Maddy said with so much love in her voice. It’s a boy ! Everyone was so excited. Bryan had tears in his eyes when he realized we had used their father’s name.
Maddy passed Zander over to my mother who was just smitten with him. She always talked about having grandchildren one day. He is just absolutely perfect. My mom then passed him over to my dad.
Eventually, Everett and Millie came by to meet Zander. Those two were doing so much better from where they started. I was happy for both of them. I remember when Maddy and I were like that. Sam and Polly came a little while later.
I could tell that Maddy was starting to get overwhelmed with everyone in the room. I knew she wouldn’t say anything to anyone, so I knew I had to.
As much as I would love you all to stick around, Maddy and little man need their rest. Everyone said their goodbyes before leaving the room. Thank you for that. I was getting tired and hungry.
I’ll get us some food and then you can get some rest. I will be back in a few minutes. If you need me just let me know. I went out the door in a hurry. I didn’t want to stay away from Maddy and Zander for long.
Madelyn’s POV
I sat in the bed looking down at Zander. I was happy to have a few minutes alone with him. He looked just like Marcus but with lighter hair. I know you are going to be just like your dad in more ways than just looks. You will be strong and brave. You will protect everyone just like he does. When you find your mate, you will love and protect her just like he does for me. Zander cooed at me as I continued to talk to him.
I sat there for a while just telling about all the things we will do when he gets older and what his pack lands look like. I knew it was pointless to tell him because he wouldn’t remember, but I still did it anyway.
I hadn’t realized that Marcus had come back with food until he cleared his throat to get my attention. You two seemed to be enjoying your conversation, Marcus came and sat beside me. I laughed as I adjusted myself to sit up better.
I was just telling our son about his land and what it looks like. I thought he might enjoy it. I said while reaching over to grab a chip. Marcus had brought chips and sandwiches for us to eat. I hadn’t realized how hungry I was until I smiled the sandwich.
I can hold him while you eat. Marcus was already reaching over to pick Zander up. I smiled and handed him over before grabbing my plate. He took Zander over to the window and rocked him. This is what your mother was telling you about. This is our home and you will get to soon run around and play with all the other kids and explore the land for yourself.
It warmed my heart to see Marcus take so quickly to being a dad. I knew he was nervous, but he never talked about it. There was a knock on the door before Dr. Lacy walked into the room.
I came by to check on you two and see how everything was. Oh, I am glad to see you are eating. I was about to come and see if I needed to bring you anything. She smiled when she looked over and saw Marcus holding Zander.
I also see he is doing wonderful. I do need to grab him from you to get all his measurements if you don’t mind. I growled lightly before I could stop myself. Willow had been happy dancing around until she asked if she could take the baby. Dr. Lacy bowed her head slightly to show she meant no harm.
She can’t have him ! He is our baby not hers. Willow barked at me loudly.
Dr. Lacy isn’t trying to take our baby. She just needs to get his measurements to make sure he is healthy. I tried to reason with Willow, but she wasn’t having it.
She can do it in this room, or we are going wherever she is taking him. Willow calmed down some, but she was still on edge.
I looked over to Dr. Lacy, I apologize Willow did not like the idea of you taking Zander out of the room Could you take his measurements in here or we come with you ?
She seemed to understand, Of course Luna, I will go get what I need and be back in a few moments.
After she left the room, Marcus came and put Zander, Are you alright ? I nodded my head and held Zander close to try and calm Willow down. Marcus sat down beside me and rubbed my back which seemed to help.
After a few minutes, Dr. Lacy came back into the room with a cart. Alright we are just going to get his weight and take some measurements. I will also need his full name for his birth certificate.
It took a few minutes to get everything done, and I had Marcus hover over her. Dr. Lacy left after she finished everything. She said that I we were good to go home, but that I need to rest and stay off my feet as much as possible.