Side Story 4.59 - Peace? Never Heard of It

Jhoanna’s POV

The chaos that seemed to follow every moment in our packhouse had finally settled into a somewhat manageable rhythm. With Mael gone and Ben's sulking gradually subsiding, we were starting to get used to a new normal. Johanis was growing every day, and his giggles and coos filled the house with a sense of joy that was contagious.

At least… until Rio decided it was too peaceful.

“I have been thinking,” he announced one evening, plopping down onto the couch dramatically. “Johanis needs to start training soon.”

Hans, who had been enjoying a rare moment of quiet with me, barely lifted his head. “He is literally a pup, Rio.”

“Exactly!” Rio wagged a finger. “A pup who needs to learn the ways of the world. He needs to start developing his skills—his reflexes, his strength, his—