Chapter 3 I just need to hold on a little longer . Soon , it will be revealed that Im the daughter of the most powerful pack . But here I am , caught in this endless torment , wondering if I can endure the pain much longer . Will Lucian treat me differently if he knew Im carrying his child ? My mother warned me my body wont survive . bearing his heir if he keeps treating me this way . If that happens , it will be his greatest regret . Earlier , I attended a dark pack ritual , a chilling conversation about removing the child before anyone finds out . The weight of their words still clings to me as I return home , only to hear laughter from the other side of the door . Do you like touching me down there ? Vlanches voice dripped with seduction , BU 12 3G 1/6 Chapter 3 . loud enough to pierce the thin walls of the Alpha s quarters . Who wouldnt like touching your soft he skin , Vlanche ? Ive missed you , Lucian h replied , his voice low and intimate . I.VOL I froze , the door half open , but their voices carried through the crack like knives the stabbing into my chest . estra pack to m ter fr Do you touch her the way you touch me ? she purred , her voice mocking . Shes disgusting . Every time I touch her , I think of you . Im so glad you re back , he said , and they both laughed . His words struck me like a dagger . But why was I even surprised ? I knew this would happen the moment she returned . Still , hearing it … knowing it … was different . I forced myself to ignore it , retreating to the Small Omega quarters he d assigned to me my supposed place as his mate . eda But Im not well . with 85 12:37 2/6 Chapter 3 You need him , my wolf , Sia , murmured , her voice faint , almost pleading . No , Sia , I whispered , my voice trembling . He needs me . But if he does , he ll come . + Even as I spoke , I didnt believe it . Still , I reached out through our mind link , swallowing my pride . * Will you come to my room ? Im not feeling well . My hand instinctively rubbed my belly as I spoke , hoping praying for even a sliver of his compassion . But I waited . And waited . And he never came . The morning light brought no comfort . I woke up alone , my hope fading like smoke dissipating into the sky . Dragging myself to the kitchen , I found . him there , casually pouring a glass of water , his hair tousled like he d just woken up after a peaceful nights rest . 30 12:37 3/6 Chapter 3 Oh , youre awake , Freya , he said without looking at me , his tone as casual as if we were mere acquaintances . I called you last night , I said softly , my voice barely audible . I had to watch Vlanche . Shes been traumatized and sleepwalking , he replied , not even trying to mask the indifference in his tone . Sleepwalking ? Vlanche ? I swallowed the bitter laugh threatening to escape my lips . I needed you , I whispered , but the words sounded weak even to my own ears . He sighed , finally turning to look at me , his expression one of practiced patience . Were fine , he said , stepping closer to press a fleeting kiss on my cheek as if that would erase everything . Do you want me to call the healer to check on you ? he asked , his concern as fleeting as his touch . I still need to keep an eye on Vlanche . 4/6 84 12:37 Chapter 3 No , I replied , my voice sharper than I intended . He tilted his head , studying me . I hope youre not mad at me , baby , he murmured , leaning in again , pressing soft kisses to my cheek , his lips brushing against my skin like an empty promise . You know I love you , despite everything , right ? Before I could answer , a sharp voice rang out from the foyer . Lucian ! Vlanche s voice was commanding , almost shrill , cutting through the air like a whip . Without hesitation , he turned and walked away , carrying his glass of water and leaving me standing there as if I were nothing more than an afterthought . I followed , unable to stop myself , only to freeze when I saw her . Vlanche stood in the center of the room , wearing * the * dress- the red evening dress Lucian always DUVIL 12377 5/5 Chapter 3 wanted me to wear , the one he said was meant for special occasions . Do you like it ? she asked , twirling as Lucians eyes gleamed with approval . You look stunning , he said , his voice filled with the warmth and affection he never showed me . I stayed silent . If I said anything , I knew it would only anger him . But in that moment , something in me broke . I realized I couldnt keep giving myself up for someone who never cared . It was time to let go of everything of Lucian , of the pack , of this life that had stripped me of my dignity . Because if I stayed , there would be nothing left of me . 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