Chapter 0371

The moment we step onto Sanctuary territory, I can see Isolde swaying on her feet. The past few days have drained her completely.

I managed to accomplish everything on our agenda - submitted the official pack registration, enrolled us in Luna's Challenge, scheduled the first alliance meeting with Adrian and Sebastian's packs, and promised Sebastian workforce numbers within the week.

Not bad for a weekend's work.

Leopold stands waiting at the packhouse entrance, cradling Lillian's newborn. "Alpha, Luna. Welcome home." We shift quickly and dress before approaching.

"That's quite the mating mark you're sporting," I remark, nodding at his fresh scar.

He grins sheepishly. "Thank you, Alpha."

"Congratulations," Isolde murmurs, leaning against my side.

Leopold hesitates. "Before you settle in, Lillian and I have something to show you."

Lillian approaches, displaying an unusual mating mark of her own. My eyebrows shoot up. "You marked Lillian?"

Color floods his cheeks. "I lost control. Even without a wolf, the bond took hold." He pulls Lillian close, pride shining in his eyes.

"We're thrilled for you both. Was this what you wanted to share?"

"Actually," Leopold adjusts his hold on the baby, "we'd like you to meet our daughter. We chose a name that represents everything we've found here. Alpha, Luna, meet Felicity."

Isolde steps forward, letting Felicity grasp her finger before kissing the infant's forehead. "Welcome to Sanctuary, little one."

Over Isolde's bent head, Leopold meets my gaze. I nod. "Spread the word - I have announcements at dinner. Everyone should attend."

"Yes, Alpha!"

Isolde touches Lillian's arm. "A perfect name for such a beautiful child."

"Thank you, Luna."

"I should check on dinner preparations," Isolde says, turning to me.

"I'll assist you," Lillian offers, transferring Felicity to Leopold before following Isolde inside.

Leopold falls into step beside me. "It's done then?"

"Application submitted. We'll have confirmation soon." I move toward his office when he stops me.

"Alpha." He gestures to the adjacent door. "Donovan took your office assignment seriously."

The newly furnished space takes me by surprise - desk, bookshelves, meeting table. "Where did this come from?"

"Nathaniel, the carpenter working on Felicity's cradle, repurposed damaged pieces. Yours and Isolde's offices were first priority. Donovan's furniture is next, then spaces for Lillian and Seraphina - though she'll mostly be at the medical center."

Donovan appears in the doorway. "Alpha! What do you think?"