They were reminding me of the expectations that had existed long before I left Silver Hollow.
My being mated to Alexander had strengthened an alliance that had been carefully established by the council. Like my mother had made clear enough, an heir would only strengthen it further.
They knew that.
And I knew that too.
So, I wasn't offended. I understood where they were coming from.
"I hope you will all continue to be patient," I said with a small smile.
The elders laughed softly.
My father shook his head with a faint smile.
"Give her some time."
"We are only looking forward to the future," one of the elders replied.
"I know," I said.
It was funny how Silver Hollow also had no heir yet, but everyone had their full attention on a Blood Crescent heir. That was how important the Blo
