บท 156: Pride and Desire

After the sun had set over the snow-covered mountains of Winter and the moon rose to her place in the sky, the celebrations were on their way.

With Galen in the mountains and Ashleigh getting ready for the event, Caleb was left in the care of another wolf of Winter. Luckily, he had not insisted on helping Caleb into his suit. But he did insist on standing beside him like a bodyguard.

“I appreciate you taking the time to escort me, Saul.”

“It is my pleasure,” Saul replied with a nod.

“I heard you had a child recently,” Caleb said, “how is it? Being a new father.”

Saul thought for a moment before answering. He pulled at the collar of his suit uncomfortably.

“It has been challenging,” Saul replied.

“Oh?” Caleb asked. “A fussy baby?”

“She is perfect,” Saul replied, with just the slightest hint of offense. “I do not enjoy leaving her.”

Caleb smiled quietly. He couldn’t help but wonder how he might feel the day he held his and Ashleigh’s baby in his arms.