The Luna and her Quadruplet Pups by Jane Above Story

Chapter 181

Ethan

I can’t hide my frown. I’m touched that Paisley wants to stay with me, even over than being with Jane and her siblings, but it’s impossible. First, because I meant it when I said I want her to enjoy just being a kid, especially after all her medical problems. Second, because it’s simply not safe.

The doctor’s warnings are still ringing in my head, and though Paisley might not be at risk for attacks from potential Alphas hoping to eliminate their competition like Parker and Ryder are, the episode in the Southern Isles prove that she can be targeted in other ways.

Moreover, if I can’t heal myself, I won’t only be unable to protect my precious girl, I might be a threat to her myself. Yes, I made Matthew agree to put me down before I go truly insane, but what if he’s not fast enough? What if he doesn’t realize how far gone I am until I hurt Paisley?

“Paisley I wish you could stay with me, but it’s not possible. I sigh, rubbing her back and breathing in her familiar scent.

But then who will take care of you?” She argues, narrowing her eyes at me. Her energy is dangerously close to tantrum territory, and though she’s never been very prone to throwing fits, when she does have a meltdown she doesn’t hold back.

Doctors and nurses and other people I hire.” I answer, using the most soothing tone of voice I can muster.

But tha’s not the same!” She objects. “You need someone who loves you. Doctors and nurses aren’t going to hug and kiss you when you needs them.”

They might, if I ask nicely enough – or if I pay them lots and lots of money. I joke.

“Daddy be serious.” Paisley admonishes, glaring at me. This isn’ a funny business.”

I think you mean a laughing matter.” I correct gently, wondering why I’m bothering when l love hearing her childish misappropriation of words and phrases. Because it’s your job to teach her. My wolf reminds me bitterly. Just like it’s your job to protect and care for her.

You know, you choose the worst times to be reasonable, I complain, internally groaning. My wolf is the one who most often pushes me to be emotional rather than logical, but he can often surprise me when it comes to things like this. He wants Paisley and our family here too, but his protective instincts are stronger than that desire.

Turning my attention back to the disgruntled bundle in my arms, I continue, “And I know you want to help me, but stress isn’t good for little girls. I don’t want you worrying about me.”

But I’m gonna worries about you no matter what.” Paisley insists. An’ I’ll worries less if I’m here. Besides, you keep saying I’m growing ups. I won’t be little for much longer.”

you have to enjoy it while it lasts.”

you tooked care of me all that time I was

share. If I lived to a grand old age the tables might eventually turn in precisely the way she’s suggesting, but she’s still just a pup, and I’m

-” Paisley tries to

discussion. You can’t stay with me, as much as I want you to – it isn’t safe, and it isn’t right. You belong with your Mommy and your

bathed, and refusing to go to bed. They’re determined to wait up for Santa, but Jane is well practiced at wrangling

regret. “He only visits pups that are sleeping. And the sooner

and trying to hide yawns of exhaustion. They obviously don’t want to risk Santa skipping the penthouse, but they’re not entirely convinced – not yet at least. But okay if you’re really determined, ” Jane continues throwing up her hands. “I guess

exclaim in unison. We’ll

four bunks rather than creating the puppy pile in which they normally rest. “Good night, little ones.” I smile, dropping k!sses on their foreheads. “When you wake up,

me, but I know there’s nothing

beyond the doorway, listening as my mate takes a seat on one of

I know you were just trying to have fun tonight, but you can’t put up mistletoe and try to trick me and Daddy that way.” She says evenly. I can tell she’s trying to keep her tone light, but there’s layers

Mommy, we’ve seen you and Daddy k!ss afore, and

been so sad ever since we went

sounding less

should be

been sad?” Jane

you think we’ve been trying to get you back togethers?” Parker asks, and I can hear an eye roll in

because you miss him.”

do!” Paisley exclaims, but that’s not the

happier than you were with Daddy.” Riley continues, and I can hear slight movements, pups leaving their beds to gather around their

our family to be

dangling in the air. “You all have stop worrying about me. She instructs. “I’ll be happy as long as I have you. But your

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