Eric disregarded his mother's comment and noticed that Alicia was still holding onto her luggage and shopping bags. He furrowed his brow and approached her, snatching the belongings from her grasp without much care. In a cold tone, he questioned, "Why didn't you come inside earlier and give me the presents if you had brought them? I hate it when you leave my gift sitting on the doorstep for ten minutes.""Presents?" Jennifer and Mary perked up simultaneously, suddenly intrigued by Alicia's luggage and shopping bags.It was well-known in the pack that Alicia was married to an incredibly wealthy man. Even though Tobias wasn't the Alpha of the Golden Moon Pack for some unknown reason, there was no doubt that the Wilton Family was the wealthiest super pack in all of North America. Therefore, the gifts she brought for them must be of great value. Perhaps a limited edition designer handbag, a gold watch, or even a diamond necklace!Mary immediately put on her most gracious hospitality smile
Alicia fought back tears, her eyes reddening in response to Jason's words. She tightly clutched her sleeve and gritted her teeth, struggling to suppress the overwhelming urge to cry. Her father's belief in Mary's story that she had lied pierced through her heart.However, amidst her turmoil, Alicia detected a hint of weariness in her father's comforting smile. In that moment, a memory of her mother's voice echoed in her mind. She recalled the words her mother had uttered before her passing, as she held both Alicia and Jason's hands, emphasizing the importance of their unwavering support for one another. They were a family, bound together by blood, with no one else to rely on in the world.A surge of determination welled up inside Alicia, and she firmly grasped her father's hand. "Dad, please tell me if Scarlett Pack is truly facing financial difficulties once again. I have some savings here, nearly a year's worth of salary. If it's not enough, I'll find a way to borrow the rest from T
Perking up, Alicia playfully quipped with a smile, "I didn't expect you to show up until tomorrow night."Tobias reached out to tuck a strand of hair that clung to her cheek behind her ear, then winked and remarked, "You know I can make the journey in half the time it took you. That's why I allowed you to leave early.""Shut up, Speed Racer!" Alicia gasped, playfully turning her head away from him. Noticing her father and stepmother still in a state of shock, she introduced them, saying, "Dad, this is Tobias. Tobias, they're..."Without waiting for Alicia to finish her introduction, Tobias furrowed his brow and leaned in to kiss her lips once again, effectively silencing her. His tone carried a hint of displeasure as he remarked, "Babe, this morning you were calling me 'darling.' Now, just because I'm an hour late, you're addressing me as Tobias." Though his voice remained restrained, it resonated clearly throughout the room, ensuring everyone heard his words.Observing how fond Tobia
"Jenny, are you absolutely certain about this? He appears condescending and arrogant. Did you notice how he spoke to me earlier? His chin was practically scraping the ceiling!""Just wait and see! I will definitely bring down this wealthy man. You know, guys like him who are loaded with money have numerous love affairs. They crave excitement and don't care about one-night stands. But if I can spend a single night with him, I can guarantee a worry-free life for the rest of my days."The carpet muffled the man's footsteps as he ascended the stairs. Unbeknownst to him, Tobias overheard the sisters' foolish conversation, intending to startle them until Alicia took hold of his arm.Alicia, too, caught wind of the conversation between her stepmother and Aunt Jenny. However, in order to prevent her mate from causing further trouble, she had to speak deliberately and loudly, "My room is at the end of the hallway."Noticing Tobias' displeased frown, as he disapproved of her spoiling his prank,
"She's pregnant."Those were the first words Alicia heard as she emerged from the haze of dizziness. She recognized the voice of old Grey, the pack doctor. So who was pregnant? Alicia wondered in confusion. Was it Mary or Aunt Jenny? She hoped it wasn't her until the next moment when she heard, "Congratulations, Mr. Wilton. Alpha Jason.""Oh my goodness! That's fantastic! I'm going to be a grandfather!" Jason exclaimed, his excitement evident as he covered his mouth. Forgetting Tobias' high status at that moment, he placed a hand on Tobias' shoulder and playfully nudged him, saying, "Congratulations, Tobias."The excitement in her father's voice brought Alicia fully back to consciousness. She opened her eyes and found herself lying in the pack's treatment room. Beside the bed was a small testing device, its screen displaying the accurate result: Pregnancy, 2 weeks.Tobias was in utter shock and disbelief. He had always been a composed and confident Alpha, and if the news didn't pertai
"Accept your rejection? Has nothing to do with me?" Damian asked, the words practically grinding through his teeth as he confronted Alicia. "You believe it would bring shame to you and the baby if anyone found out I'm a rogue? That's why you're desperate to sever our mate bond, isn't it?""No! That's not what I meant. I simply don't want you or your pack members to become targets of the Wilton Family. The truth is, I don't hold a favorable position within the Wilton Family. If I were to admit that I'm accidentally pregnant with another man's child, I would likely be expelled from the family. The worst-case scenario could be imprisoned. However, if they were to discover that you are my mate and the father of this baby, the Wilton Family would likely use it as an excuse to wage war against you and your pack. I don't want that to happen," Alicia explained, her voice filled with urgency."You're treating me like a coward," Damian muttered, his lips pursed, his deep eyes concealing his dis
Jason quickly clarified, "I apologize, I was concerned about the possibility of the pack being invaded by that black wolf."Tobias grunted, his arrogance evident as he replied, "I have no interest in invading your pack. Moreover, your bullets loaded with wolfsbane won't harm me."Alicia cleared her throat awkwardly and suggested, "I recall you left your shirt and suit jacket in your car. Go ahead and get dressed. I'll accompany my father back home. Oh, and don't forget to grab your gift." With that, Alicia retrieved her car key from her pocket and handed it to Tobias. With her father and other pack members present, it was impossible for her to continue the conversation with Damian regarding the rejection."Tobias, can we talk?" Jason inquired, passing the gun to his Beta.Alicia bit her lip, sensing that her father might be about to ask Tobias for a loan. However, Damian wasn't truly Tobias, and she was about to intervene to prevent her father from speaking to him when Tobias responde
Alicia's brow furrowed, and she questioned, "Aunt Jenny, what are you talking about?"Jenny let out an exasperated sigh and vented, "Your husband went ballistic, blaming me and Mary for causing you to harm when you passed out. He was on the verge of shifting, I swear. And he threatened to kill all of us if anything happened to you! You're just pregnant—does he really need to be so on edge that he's ready to murder us?"Alicia hadn't anticipated Damian's level of concern for her well-being. He had definitely overreacted, but deep down, it warmed her heart and filled her with a fluttering joy. This peculiar joy was distinct from the comfort she felt when her father or Eric cared for her; it stemmed from the attention and love bestowed upon her by her mate, her lover.Jenny caught a glimpse of the secret smirk curling up on Alicia's lips and assumed Alicia was intentionally flaunting her satisfaction, taunting them for feeling intimidated by her affluent husband.She glanced at her dimwi