Lucien's Many Children
"Oh, there you are, Little Youngshaper," Ronan greeted Ralph when he and Kinnon showed up the next day. "Lucien is waiting for you on the balcony."
Ralph said nothing. He merely gave a little nod before he stepped into Ronan's and Lucien's living space.
When Kinnon followed after his son, Ronan grabbed his arm and dragged him outside.
"What are you doing, Alpha Ronan?" Kinnon demanded to know.
"You and I have business matters to settle. Lucien wishes to meet with your son alone."
"..."
Ralph's mind was akin to a wasteland at the moment. He understood what his father told him last night, but he was unable to accept it.
Why must he?
Why couldn't Lucien remain his Mommy?
He loved this Mommy dearly.
Did Mommy not love him anymore?
Did Mommy only love his own children now?
Then, what about Ralph?
Who was going to love Ralph?
The more the little boy thought about it, the more miserable he became.