“What if it doesn’t work out?”
“What if it does?” he countered. “If you refuse to take a risk, you may never find out if they’re the right mates for you. I’ve been in your shoes before, so I know how you feel.”
Alan was quiet for a while, but he eventually responded. “You’re right.”
Blake grinned. “I hope the three of you can work things out. Regardless, I want us to keep in touch. I don’t have many omega friends.”
“Me neither. As omegas, we have to stick together.”
“I couldn’t say it better myself.”
Then they burst out laughing. Blake wasn’t certain he managed to alleviate all of Alan’s concerns, but he did his best. The rest would be up to James, Anthony, and Alan. He could only wish the best for them. He was also relieved he and Alan were able to communicate with each other. Moments later, Blake detected the scents of his alphas drifting closer, in addition to those of Anthony and James.
“Have a good chat?” Mason inquired before bending forward to kiss Blake’s cheek.
“Yes, alpha.”
Blake smiled when Kian pressed his lips on his other cheek. “That’s awesome, babe. Anyway, Tony and James are ready to leave now.”
Alan shrugged. “Oh, it’s fine. Blake and I can talk again next time.”
“Absolutely,” Blake agreed and beamed at Alan. “I’m so delighted to have a new omega friend. I’ll give you my number. Contact me anytime.”
“Of course.”
After James, Tony, and Alan left, Blake sat between his alphas on the couch as they cuddled close to one another while watching a romantic comedy on TV. They chatted a bit about Alan, Tony, and James before the conversation shifted toward work-related matters. They also talked about their parents.
“My folks are over the moon about the triplets,” Kian remarked.
“My parents are excited as well,” Mason added.
“Mine, too,” Blake said. “I video-called them about an hour before dinner. I should have called them the moment we got home from the doctor, but I was too engrossed with my reading right after lunch. Then, I was overwhelmed with my cravings. Anyway, my beta and omega dads were ecstatic. They couldn’t stop cooing at me. My alpha dad bawled like a baby.”
Kian stared at Blake in bewilderment. “Why?”
“He was being dramatic. He kept on telling me he was crying in relief because not only did I finally get mated, I was knocked up with three babies all at once.”
Mason chortled in amusement. “Your alpha dad is something else all right.”
“He’s an overemotional parent,” Blake said.
Kian chuckled. “He loves you. All of your dads love you very much. In fact, I think Mason’s and my parents all love you more than us now.”
Mason snickered while nodding. “I think so, too.”
“Sorry about that,” Blake responded before winking at his alphas.
Kian shook his head. “It’s fine, babe.”
“I don’t mind either, sweetheart,” Mason added.
The three of them got into a more comfortable position as they smiled at one another and cuddled even closer before they focused on the movie on the television. Blake enjoyed being pregnant, but having three babies inside him was tough. Some of the things he could do prior to his pregnancy were now such a hassle. Even the simplest movement could leave him breathless sometimes. He didn’t even dare to imagine how much more difficult it would be to get around the house or complete his work once the pregnancy progressed to its final stage. He sighed and chided himself for worrying about things so far in the future. He would just enjoy his pregnancy and take it one step at a time.
Chapter 14
As Blake’s pregnancy was nearing its thirtieth week, Mason became more stressed over the omega’s stubbornness. He could also tell Kian was reaching breaking point. However, unlike Kian, who got to hide away in school for hours at a time five days a week, Mason ran a diner, which was just a connecting door from their house.
Mason loved Blake. There was no doubt about that. He cared for and worried about Blake all the time, especially since the omega’s stomach was now so huge the man was unable to stand for extended periods without feeling exhausted, find a comfortable sleeping position, or even get to his feet on his own. However, that was at the root of his and Kian’s main issue with Blake.
He understood Blake had been independent for years prior to the three of them mating. Mason admired Blake’s strength, ambition, and determination to succeed in whatever the omega put his mind to, but there was a limit to it. Blake didn’t seem to get the memo that he and Kian were only trying to be helpful when they did something for the omega. Blake could get worked up in an instant, so Mason and Kian would just stay quiet while the omega ranted at them.
Mason didn’t want to argue with Blake, fearing the omega’s health would suffer. Mason didn’t think he could survive losing Blake. It would probably kill him inside. Once he was certain Blake was sleeping peacefully on their bed, he heaved out a sigh and went to the diner for an hour to check on things. Mason and his mates would soon be adding three babies to their home. He had to earn plenty of money to keep them all fed and clothed. After all, one baby was expensive enough. As one of the alphas in the house, it was his duty to make sure their financial situation stayed sound.
“Mase!”
He turned to Anthony in surprise, smiling at the alpha. “Hey, Tony. What’s up? Not working today?”
“I own the business with James. He’s there right now. Alan is helping out as well.”
“That’s awesome. So, what are you doing here? Not that I mind. It’s rare to see you at the diner on a weekday
