12. Alpha Nicklaus

Gabriella’s POV

Awakening once again, I felt significantly better and noticed the same woman serving me a rice ball with a cup of fresh juice, “You must be hungry.”

“You think I'm that stupid? Do you expect me to eat this? What if it's poisoned?” I questioned, as I don't trust anyone and won't let my guard down, having learned life's harsh lessons.

“I see you have trust issues. I'll take a bite so you can see the food isn't poisoned,” she reassured, taking a bite. But I still doubted her, saying, “What if you took an antidote to the poison already?”

“Hey, if I wanted to kill you, I would have done that while you were sleeping or snapped your neck with my spells. How about that? Now eat, to replenish your strength.”

“The name is Gabriella, and thank you.”

“You're welcome. I will take care of you to ensure your daughter comes into this world at ease.”

My eyes widened, “I have a daughter? How did you know?”

“I am an elder witch, and I saw a vision of your baby. Enough talk, let me