Chapter 129

King POV

Holy fuck. We’re having twins.

I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t scared out of my mind about having two more kids. We all are. Who knew raising Zuri would lead me to wanting—and now having—multiple children. At the same damn time.

My heart’s pounding so hard it feels like it’s going to jump out of my chest. The room feels heavier, the reality of two tiny humans growing inside Alyssa settling in. I tighten my grip on her hand as I sit beside her, grounding myself as much as her.

I’ll protect them with my life. Always.

I glance at the photo on the wall, a framed picture of a guy I didn’t notice earlier. Early thirties, black hair slicked back like he’s trying too hard, and that cocky fucking smile. Underneath, it says Dr. Summers.

Oh, fuck no.

I glare at Niko, rage bubbling up. “You got a male doctor?”

Everyone’s eyes shift to the photo, the tension in the room instantly rising.

Niko frowns. “I swear, I didn’t know un