I groaned and placed the pillow over my face as Nara's cries were heard throughout the house. This was the 7th time this night and I was getting fed up. "Titus..."

"No way. It's definitely your turn this time." He mumbled. I turned on my side and glared at him through the dark. Sighing, I got out of bed and headed towards the room. On my way to Nara's room I peeked my head into Kohl's to find him sound asleep.

Little man could sleep through anything.

I casually walked into Nara's room and turned on the lamp. I walked to her crib and picked her up. "Shhh, it's okay baby." I said trying to calm her down. I sat down on the couch and sighed, knowing exactly what she wanted. I lifted my shirt and began breastfeeding her. I silently thanked the moon goddess as her cries calmed.

After she finished eating I laid her on my chest as I burped her. One thing I was grateful for was that it didn't take long to burp her. The thought of being back in my warm bed lifted my mood. When she finally burped, I placed a white throw blanket over the two of us as I rocked her to sleep.

I was at the point where I just wanted to bring her to bed with us. Getting up every few hours was exhausting. Having her next to me would be a lot easier. But my fear of one of us suffocating her in our sleep terrified me. Plus I wanted her to get used to sleeping in her own room. So I dealt with getting up.

I heard my phone ringing from our room. I quickly glanced down at Nara to make sure it didn't startle her. When I saw her eyes slowly coming to a close I sighed in relief. I wasn't sure who was calling at 4 in the morning, but I mind linked Titus to turn it off.

I heard him shuffle to my side of the bed to turn it off. I furrowed my eyebrows in confusion when I heard Titus talking as the light from our room turned on.

Standing, I walked towards our room as I cuddled Nara in my arms.

Titus on the edge of the bed with his back facing me. His free hand ran through his hair while the other one held my phone to his ear.

"What's going on?" He glanced over his shoulder and shot me a smile. "Okay I'll tell her." Was the last thing he said before he hung up.

He stood and walked towards me with a smile plastered on his face. I eyed him suspiciously, waiting for an answer. "Hello? Who was that?" I asked, annoyed.

"Your dad." I narrowed my eyes, wanting him to elaborate on the conversation he'd just had seconds ago.

"Your Mom just woke up."

My eyes went wide as a swarm of emotions ran through me. She was awake! My mom was awake!

I didn't know I was crying until Titus grabbed Nara from my hands then wiped my tears with the pad of his thumb. I sat down at the edge of the bed and took a deep breath.

"We have to go." I said as I shot out of bed.

Titus placed his hand on my shoulder and eased my back to the bed. "Woah, Brinn you just had a baby. We're not leaving." He said calmly.

I shook my head, "What do you mean we're not leaving? I want to see my mom!" I growled in frustration. Nara stirred in her sleep, almost waking from her slumber.

Titus sat next to me and draped his free arm over my shoulder. "Your Dad is going to see about them coming out here after she's recovered. She needs time to rest, and so do you." I nodded as I wiped the stray tears from my face. "Okay."

After our conversation , we put Nara to sleep in her crib then went back to bed. I tried to go back to sleep, but my thoughts were focused on my mom. I wanted to see her so bad it hurt. It felt like forever since I last spoke to her and I really missed her voice. Titus's arms tighten around my waist as he mumbled something in his sleep. I rolled my eyes and continued staring out the window as the sun began to slowly rise.

Knowing that I wasn't going to get any sleep, I got out of bed and walked to the bathroom. I took a quick shower, then brushed my teeth and washed my face. After I was done with my morning routine, I changed into a pair of shorts and a grey cropped hoodie. Part of me was sad that it was warming up outside, but I knew it was time for spring to make an appearance.

I brushed my hair into a messy bun at the top of my head then slid into my black slides. Titus was still sleeping peacefully when I walked out of the bathroom forty minutes later. The sun was peeking through the blinds, indicating it was time for our day to get started.

I walked into Kohl's room and smiled as he lay there sound asleep. I didn't want to wake him, but he had school in an hour. "Kohl." I said as I ran my hand over his face. His eyes fluttered open as he took in his surroundings. "Time for school."

He brought his hands over his face and groaned. "Yeah I know how you feel, but you have to get up." He nodded then slowly sat up.

"Go brush your teeth and wash your face. I'll pick out your outfit." He got out of bed and made his way to the bathroom, as I rummaged through his dresser. I groaned in annoyance as Nara's cries filled the house. "I got it." Titus yelled from the hallway.

I pulled out a pair of khaki skinny jeans and a Navy blue v-neck. Placing his outfit on the dresser, I pulled out his white vans and put them next to it.

Kohl walked in a few minutes later, looking more awake than earlier. "Get dressed." I said as before I left his room.

Walking into our room, Nara was placed on our bed with two pillows placed on each side of her. She laid with her eyes awake as she held on to her pacifier for dear life. Titus was adjusting his outfit in the full length mirror, still periodically taking glances at Nara.

"Where are you going?" I asked, placing my arms over my chest.

"I have to deal with some things in the pack house." He said casually.

"Uh no. You are not leaving me to deal with Nara all day." He sighed then ran his hands over his face. "Brinn please. I have 3 important meetings today. If you need help call my mom or Alex."

I scoffed, "If you think I'm going to stay home and raise your pups everyday, then your out your goddámn mind!" I said stubbornly.

He turned to face me, his eyes softening a little bit. "That's not what I think Brinn. I just don't want Nara going out this early in her life." He said as he grabbed both of my hands in his. "I would prefer for you to take care of her, but if you really want to leave I'm sure my Mom would have no problem watching her today."

I shook my head, "No you're right. Go ahead." I didn't want to leave the house today, I just wanted to make sure we had an understanding for the future. Both of our parents were old school and made our Mom's stay home to raise us. Which was cool and all, but I didn't see myself doing that. At first I didn't see myself going out doing pack work, but now I actually looked forward to it.

"Kohl and I are going to the pack house for breakfast. Do you want me to bring you anything back?" He asked.

"No, I'll make something here." I said shaking my head.

"Okay I'll see you this afternoon." He said as he scooped Nara off the bed. "Bye princess." He placed a kisses on her cheeks then handed her to me. He kissed me on my on my lips then left the room.

Nara stared up at me with her hazel eyes. She blinked then let out a yawn. Shaking my head I left the room and headed downstairs.

I placed Nara in her swing then grabbed my laptop from the counter. After sitting down at the kitchen table I dialed my brother's number through FaceTime. I smiled when his face appeared on the screen.

"Hey sis." He said excitedly.

"Hey. How's Momma?" I asked.

"She's okay..." He ran his free hand through his hair nervously.

"But....."

He sighed. "She's not talking to anyone. The doctor said it'll take time. She's still healing." I nodded understandingly. "I'm just glad she's awake." He nodded in agreement.

"Where's the pups?" Owen asked, trying to change the subject. "Kohl is at school and Nara is..." I turned my laptop to face Nara in her swing.

"Hey munchkin." Nara's eyes shot open as a small smile appeared on her face. "She looks just like Titus. It's kinda scary." I rolled my eyes as I turned my laptop back to face me. "No it's not, that's her daddy."

He sighed deeply then stared down at his lap. "I just can't believe my sister is a mom."

"Everything happened so fast, but I don't regret anything." I didn't want to live my life with regrets. I would never be truly happy.

We ended our call shortly after and I decided to make a quick breakfast for myself. I was getting pretty good at the cooking thing. Not great, but I had plenty time to improve.

I ate my food and drank my coffee while I browsed through my phone. Nara stayed surprisingly quiet the whole time, which I greatly appreciated.

Nothing good last forever, because Nara began crying a few hours later. Me not knowing what to do to make her stop, I began crying. I had tried feeding her and changing her diaper, but nothing worked.

I held Nara in my arms as she continued to cry and squirm in my arms. I sighed in relief as a knock came from the door. I called Rachel a few minutes earlier and was anticipating her arrival. I unlocked the door with my free hand, revealing Rachel. She grabbed Nara from me before I closed the front door.

Nara quieted down a few minutes after Rachel rocked her. I stared at the scene in disbelief. I didn't understand why she insisted on giving me a hard time but as soon as Rachel had her she calmed down. As much as I hated to admit it, it upset me.

Taking a deep breath, I walked out the front door and sat on the front porch. I ran my hand over my face and sighed. I just prayed this was the worst of it. I didn't know if I could go through this everyday.

Titus pulled into the driveway a few minutes later. Kohl jumped out of the back seat and ran towards me. "We watched a movie in class today! It was so much fun!" He said as he pulled me into a hug.

Titus walked towards us and tilted his head to the side, noting something was off. "Kohl go inside and get changed." He nodded then pulled away, "Okay." He smiled back at the both of us before he ran inside.

Titus sat next to me then grabbed my hand. "What's wrong?" I scratched the back of my head, knowing I wasn't getting out of this one. I wore my emotions on my sleeves, something I've always hated.

"Nara was being difficult all day. I'm just tired I guess."

He nodded, "It's not easy being a parent." My eyes locked with his. "I know, but I can't help but think I'm a bad parent."

He shook his head and pulled me to his chest. "You're not a bad parent love. You're just a new one. There is a lot that you and I have to learn, but we'll get there." I nodded in agreement as he placed a kiss on my forehead.

"Now let's go get ready for dinner. I know you're hungry." A smile formed on my face. "You know me well."

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