Her Burning Desire
Epilogue

Melony

All three of us sat in silence for a little while so we could come to terms with our son's identity. More so Mark than Theo and I. We have pretty much prepared ourselves for this moment the last week or so. Eventually, he reeled in his emotions and all of our family and friends made their way into the room to fuss over the pup. He had fallen asleep right before they all came in but I knew he would be waking up soon to get a bottle.

Edward was currently holding him while Olive was standing over his shoulder. She was not letting him out of her sight whatsoever.

"So, does our grandchild have a name? Or are we just going to call him baby all the time?" My mother quipped.

I smiled at Theodore and he nudged me on to answer her question. "Yes. He has a name mother. Grey. Greyson Andrew Nix."

I heard Edward repeat the name, "Greyson Nix. Alpha Grey. I like it." He beamed at my mate and me. Then we heard a loud gasp.

"Oh...Oh my goddess..his eyes..... Melony, he's the Lycan King!" Olive shouted in pure shock.

Everyone in the room snapped their heads at us while Edward stared down at his precious grandchild and whispered, "Oh sweet grandchild of mine, you are destined for great things. Great big, wonderful things." Just as Greyson wrapped his little hand around my father-in-law's finger.

It's been two days since we left the hospital with our bundle of joy. Theodore and I are extremely exhausted. We take turns through the night getting up with Grey, but I swear our child has no idea what sleep means. My mother came to my room this morning to take the baby so we both could have time to get around and rest before we have our meeting with the elders today. I needed so much TLC on myself it was insane. I feel like I walk around and smell like baby puke and filth all day. Olive and Todd had found out they were having a little boy who would be born within the next 4 months. Olive and I were both so happy with the news. We grew up best friends and now our children can have the same experience. Olive is finally showing and has a little round belly. She is so happy, and Todd walks around constantly protecting her. If he could put her in a protective bubble, I am sure he would. Olive, though, loves all the attention that comes with it. They really are perfect for each other.

Theodore and I are extremely restless about the meeting today. We are hoping the Elders will agree with our plan. If they don't step aside from their positions and allow Grey to take over when he becomes 18, then we will be forced to approach all the Alphas and take the risk of putting our child at greater risk.

Theodore and I walked into the meeting and I instantly ran over to my mother to take Grey from her. He snuggled right into my chest and cooed. He makes my heart melt. I love this little pup so much it hurts! I took my seat next to my mate on the love seat. We had his father, and both of my parents present, along with all three of the Elders.

"Hopefully, we can make this quick here today. Unfortunately, we have some business that we need to take care of back home." Elder Zander, spoke.

Theodore spoke up now, "Well, as you all know, our child, Greyson Nix, indeed did have the eyes of a Lycan the day he was born. We took your advice and made a plan before we even had confirmation that he was indeed the king of the prophecy." Theo leaned forward and cleared his throat. "We would greatly appreciate it if you heard us out before making any final decisions for us or our child." I grabbed his hand and gave him a reassuring squeeze.

I decided I would take over explaining our idea. "We feel that it would be in everyone's best interest, including those of other packs, and all Alphas, if we didn't take away their positions for our son to rule over them. We were hoping you three would consider allowing Greyson to take over your position instead. Now, I do want to make myself clear, that will never happen until he is of legal age. He also would not be putting you all out of your positions completely. He would just be the final decision, his say goes, BUT you would all still be his mentors. You could guide him in his position and, to give extra precaution, you would be the mediator between the packs and our son. While he grows up, you could spend summers with him teaching him all he needs to know. I understand he will be the Lycan King but we want his home to be here. He is Alpha to Blood Moon after all. He could still do great things, with you three by his side, without having to take away anyone's position or power." I let out a deep breath as I finished and sat back in my chair once again.

All three elders looked at each other and were having a conversation via mindlink. When they finally looked back at us with a smile and seemed genuinely happy.

Elder John was next to speak. "Alpha, Luna, we feel this would also be the best decision made for our kind. We cherish our moon goddess, and she gave your child to us all as a blessing. We would be honored to work with him and guide him into his position. It would be our absolute honor." He nodded to us all. I could help but feel nothing but relief and, for once, I completely felt content.

Elder Michael, was now leaning forward and looking at us intently. "We all do very much agree this is the best course of action. I also feel it is best for you to know that we will never make a decision for your child. You, Melony, are the start of the prophecy. It will ultimately be your call on how it all continues. I do agree this is the safest and best decision that could be made. But please don't take that for granted. Your son will always be a target. When word gets out who he is, which it will because it has too eventually even if he is 18 by the time it does. He will hold the most power of us all. He will be King and being a king always puts a target on your back. I think keeping this all hidden would be in everyone's best interest until he is at least old enough to take over and defend himself."

Without even looking at Theodore, "I agree. We will keep it hidden and when he turns 18, then it will be announced." I looked at Theodore and gave him a guilty smile.

"Don't stress it baby. I agree with everything that you have said or agreed upon." It was his turn to reassure me with a hand squeeze after I received his link.

Once we all agreed on the course of action, the Elders took their leave. They agreed to stop every so often so they could stay part of Greyson's life so he would be comfortable with them as he got older. My parents were going to head back home tomorrow and offered to keep Grey so Theodore and I could enjoy ourselves for the night. As they were getting ready to take their leave, I leaned down and kissed my baby on his head when a tear dropped on the top of him.

"Oh for goddess sake Melony, we will have him back tomorrow morning, and he will still be in the same house as us. Don't drown our child with your tears." Theodore mocked me.

I shot a death stare at him and decided to mindlink him instead of yell. "Keep making fun of me, and you will sleep on the floor and your hopes of having any s**y time will go right out the window."

Theodore's eyes shot open wide, and he started to sulk and apologize to me profusely. Once everyone left the office, Theodore strode over and wrapped me up in his arms. "I swear you get more and more beautiful everyday. I don't know how I ever got this lucky to have you as my mate and my Luna, but everysingle day I feel more and more blessed by the goddess herself. I love you baby, always."

Just like that, he made my heart swell with so much love and happiness. I always wanted a mate. I absolutely never wanted it to be with the fiercest Alpha of the Blood Moon pack, Alpha Theodore Nix. I never imagined becoming a prophecy and birthing a King, but here we are. I followed my desires and lived out who I was meant to be, and because of that I found my happiness in all of the craziest places. I love this man more than anything, and my child will always be my baby, even when he takes his place on the throne. Together we will overcome anything that is thrown our way. I leaned up on my toes and pressed my lips to Theo's. "I love you too, forever.