Chapter 43

Time seemed to fly by to Riley. One moment Kenna was a newborn and the next she was about to celebrate her second birthday. For Kenna's first birthday she had been surprised when Liam told her they'd be holding a ball. Riley had wanted a small private family birthday party. Riley knew as heir to the throne Kenna need to have a large party but she insisted that Kenna get a birthday party outside not a ball. Kenna's first birthday had face painters, people dressed up as fairytale characters, and Storytellers reading books. It had been a well-received party so this year Riley planned to add balloon vendors, bounce houses, and pony's to ride. The children at the party got mini cakes that were just really a large cupcake.

Kenna had a blast at the party and enjoyed it overall. Riley felt her daughter attended enough balls as it was. Kenna deserved her birthday to be special compared to what she normally experienced. Liam enjoyed Kenna's birthday's he helped her with opening her presents. This year was no different. One by one the presents were opened and recorded so that thankyou notes could be sent. Liam was finally on the last present. He helped Kenna tare the paper and open the box. Inside he found a pink shirt. Kenna's favorite color was pink. Liam pulled out the large T-shirt Kenna pointed at it saying, "Read daddy."

Liam smiled at his daughter reading the shirt "Royal Heir to receive the new title of big sister expected on (date)."

Liam's head snapped up and his eyes met Riley's. Riley said, "I'm pregnant."

Liam was up from the chair quickly with Kenna in his arms. He rushed over to his wife and kissed her. Liam's happiness on display for all to see. Kenna bouncing in his arms in excitement. The Cordonia people and the press all capturing the moment for all to see. Liam didn't feel it was necessary to have a formal press announcement since everyone already knew what he did. They wrapped up Kenna's birthday and returned to the palace.

The second pregnancy seemed to go quicker than the first. Liam wasn't sure if it was their busy schedule or because Cordonia wasn't as interested in her second pregnancy as her first. Riley's flat stomach swelled quickly going from a small baby bump to a large swell. Before he knew it Riley was in Labor in the palace. It had come on suddenly and progressed too quickly for them to make it to the hospital. Riley delivered their second daughter Victoria in one of the guest rooms. Liam hadn't wanted to destroy their own personal mattress. Both labor and delivery had happened so quickly their doctor had barely arrived in time. Within moments of the doctor's arrival, his newest daughter had entered the world.

Liam was so happy with the three women now in his life. He looked at Riley sleeping in their bed she had been resting for a while now. He was rocking both Kenna and Victoria. Leo had quietly slipped into the room to meet his new niece. Leo smiles at his brother whispering, "Now you're in trouble your outnumbered."

Liam smiled as Leo took Kenna from his arms. Liam quietly replied, "I can't believe I have another daughter. I am so fortunate to have met Riley. Somedays I think I am living a dream. If I am I hope to never wake up."

Leo squeezed his brother's shoulder quietly replying, "I am so happy for you. I had felt so bad dumping my burden on your shoulders."

Liam now with a free hand squeezed his brother back. Liam knew Leo felt bad about what he did but he understood. There were many times in the beginning when he thought to take the easy way out an abdicate as Leo had. However, Liam didn't know if he would have been able to live with himself if he had. Liam certainly did know that he couldn't live without Riley, she was his everything. Now Liam had two beautiful daughters that meant just as much as his wife did. Riley opened her eyes saying, "So how is Kenna taking being a big sister?"

Liam replies, "She seems ok so far."

Victoria let out a piercing whale Liam handed Victoria over to Riley. Riley tossed a blanket over her shoulder and settled Victoria in to nurse. The door to the room opened again and in walked Drake walker carrying his one-year-old son Jackson. "I hear congratulations are in order", Drake said.

Leo chuckled saying, "I have another niece. My poor brother is going to need to carry a sword at all times to keep the boys away."

Drake pointed at the door asking, "Shouldn't you take a moment to let the masses know about the new baby."

Liam sighed and nodded getting up heading out the door. He made his way outside the palace doors. He moved to where the media was saying, "Cordonia is blessed there are now Two princesses. Riley and our newest daughter Victoria are doing fine. Princess Kenna is still settling into her new role as a big sister. I am going to return to my family and bond with the newest member."

Liam turned and reentered the palace heading straight for the royal suite. Before he knew it Liam was back in the room with his wife and new daughter. Liam patted Drake's shoulder saying, "Thanks for the reminder. I bet Jackson is getting into everything these days."

Drake nodded in agreement before saying, "That is why Olivia and I don't plan on having any more until he's older. The pregnancy had been rough on Olivia too so we are just going to wait and see. As much as I'd love a daughter that looks like my wife. I am happy with Jackson and I have your daughter's I can help out with."