scorpiodragon
Five Thousand Club
Gabriel
Deep in thought, it took Gabriel some time to notice that someone else was within her little sanctuary deep within the forest though not as deep as the sanctuary that Tobias had found and claimed for his own mate, something Gabriel had allowed the pair to have. Would she do so for anyone else in the pack? Probably not but she had seen how much it meant to the woman and it got the omega out of the house when she wasn't having to help take care of pups...which their own parents did anyway so it gave Angelica a lot more free time. Lifting her head from where she had been staring at her reflection in the rippling water, Gabriel easily recognized the scent of Zayne and slowly rose to her feet, the male being the only other being she would tolerate within her own little sanctuary. Often times, she went out on her own to look for her son with no luck...his scent was cold by now and with nothing to go on, it seemed a lost cause.
Gabriel did her best to focus on her pregnancy. She wasn't entirely sure how many children she was carrying or their genders, not wanting to know, but Suzu's monthly checkups confirmed the child or children were healthy. Of course she had checked into a clinic to get an opinion there and the same thing had been said, the woman refusing to know the genders or count of the children from the ultrasound. From what the doctor had said, it seemed she was set to give birth this coming fall. Sometimes Zayne came with her when searching for Bill but often she just wanted to be alone.
Zayne was patient...and still a charismatic flirt...but he understood her pain and struggles she was going through. It was nice having someone she could talk to about pack issues...she wouldn't be all that surprised if he did become alpha male. Of course things would be better with Bill here with them but she couldn't do anything about that except hope he returned to her...her...Zayne...his sibling or siblings which he had only learned of before he went missing. Turning, she saw Zayne watching her and gave the male a warm smile, the woman currently in a magenta maxi dress. With her pregnancy progression, the woman found herself wearing more dresses and skirts which were easier to get through with the summer temperatures that were here and easier on her body overall.
"Zayne...I wasn't expecting you to come here. Is everything alright at home?" Gabriel questioned. She hoped so, she didn't really feel like dealing with insubordination at the current time and wouldn't mind some time with just the couple that anyone could see was growing closer, the woman having finally allowed the male to sleep in her room and bed after a little while of being within the pack, something she knew had made him happy given his utter preening the morning after his first night...the memory brought a laugh from the woman that hadn't been heard in some time.
Nikolaus Avena
Niko was unaware that Miley had returned to Clover Hills, her phone number having been disconnected. He wasn't sure why that was, perhaps she no longer wanted to be in touch with the loner because of what he did or who he worked for. It was unfortunate, Niko had liked her and thought they were friends, plus she was carrying his children which he still hadn't told his parents about. Of course that was no longer the case but he didn't know that. Nor had he told his parents about the other woman he had gotten pregnant either, not wanting to give them worry over how he would end up taking care of two sets of children on his own most likely...he doubted very much the one female would remain and it seemed Miley had gotten over their friendship. He just hoped wherever she was, that hsi children were safe and she hadn't tried to miscarry her pregnancy either. One of his cousins was dishing out potato salad and deviled eggs and another one was managing salad for the few vegetarians in his family, plus he'd found salad was good with barbecue if you wanted something light before the meal or as a side. Of course there was roasted corn wrapped in aluminum along with baked potatoes as well and with it being summer...that meant lemonade, tea, water and watermelon.
He looked up as his mother walked up to him, Niko turning to face her and giving her a peck on the cheek. "Niko, what are you thinking about?"
"Nothing mother," said Niko. "I'm just glad you're doing well now. I was worried you were going to die."
"Some day but hopefully not now. The doctor said I'm in remission," his mother reminded him. "Are you thinking about that friend of yours?"
"A bit," said Niko. "I don't even know where she is but wasn't expecting her to just up and leave like that. I knew she had to for her safety but she could have at least said goodbye."
"If she was really in danger like you said, then maybe she had no choice but to flee," said Niko's father as he came up to his wife and son. "Why not go see if she's back at that place you spent your time at. Just try not to get arrested for lurking around an empty cabin again."
"It's a celebration..."
"Which we will continue to have after you go and come back," said Niko's father. "Besides...I think the kids are too busy splashing each other." All three looked towards the younger members of the family who were playing on a slip and slide or rushing through the sprinklers that were set off away from the food. Niko shook his head and nodded, making a plate up of some different food and making sure to grab some fruit and condiment packets before heading to the sidewalk and down towards where Miley had lived.
"Maybe he'll settle down," said Niko's mother as their son left.
"Could only hope so. She has to be special if Niko misses her so much and stares at the sky," said her husband. Comet