Adam tried not to dwell too much on that, on the idea that they might find not just the boy’s families but his and Luke’s as well. Instead, he focused his thoughts on something else.
“I really wish we knew what happened up in those northern Packs. Every record we have suggests the demise of Omegas started up there and moved south.”
“And it was followed by a surge of Alpha migration south, which gave us the Gray Valley and Eagle Creek’s take overs,” James said. “I’m thinking of sending someone north to do a little reconnaissance when things have died down. It would be interesting to see if they’re experiencing the same resurgence in Omega numbers as we are here.”
They chatted for a while about Adam’s pet project; tracking down more Pack records and collating an Omega database. Jay and Byron returned, taking a seat with Odin and Scott at the table next to them. They were both smiling and Adam spotted the ultrasound pictures Jay was holding tightly in his hand. It was hard to miss the conversation that passed back and forth across their table. More twins?
“I don’t suppose you found any information on multiple births in Omegas in the old Pack records?” James asked Adam.
Adam hid a smile. “I did see quite a few mentions of twins but I thought it was just because Omegas were a big deal and twins just made it moreso. I’ll have to go through them again and pull out the data. It’d be nice to know if we’re all in with a better chance for two at a time.”
Seb stood up, Ro by his side, and the conversation died down, everyone turning their attention to the Alpha and Omega.
“I’m delighted to welcome you all here for what I hope will become an annual event. I’m so proud of what we’ve accomplished and all that we’re working towards. A time of peace and prosperity for the Packs, led by our Omegas.”
There was a round of applause as Seb reached out and took Ro’s hand.
“We also have two, more personal, announcements. Ro and I are expecting our second child, news we’re delighted to share with you today. I’ve also recently been offered a seat on the Pack Council. I’ve agreed to take it, on one condition that the Council have agreed to: the formation of an Omega sub-council to create new Pack laws around the welfare and freedom of Omegas. I’m hoping some of you here will consider accepting positions on this council, which will be majority Omega, so that your interests are never overshadowed. So that our children will be free to grow up without having to hide what they are, can come of age not fearing being sold into mating for the highest price or for the best trade deal.”
There was a riot of applause and a chorus of support before Ro stepped forward.
“If you’ll all raise a glass, we’d like to make a toast.”
There was some good-natured jostling to pass around glasses and cups to everyone.
“To the future,” Ro said simply. “To hope, love,” his eyes met Seb’s, the Alpha watching him with pride, “and to the cherishing of every child.”
Noah and Xander had returned to their table, climbing into his and Ben’s laps and listening in hushed silence.
Ben’s hand clasped his as Adam pressed a kiss to Noah’s forehead. What was this, if not the beginning?
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