Promise

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Lilian's POV

I then looked into his eyes, searching for reassurance. "Will you break up with Grace officially?" I asked, my voice quivering with hope. "To prove your goodwill to me?"

Lucas nodded, his expression earnest. "I promise," he said, his voice unwavering. "I'll do it tomorrow."

A wave of relief washed over me, accompanied by a surge of gratitude towards Lucas. "Thank you," I whispered, my voice choked with emotion.

He squeezed my hand gently, a reassuring smile playing on his lips. "And we'll return together to the pack," he added, his eyes sparkling with determination.

I felt a glimmer of hope flicker within me, a beacon of light in the darkness of my doubts.

"And I'll be honored to be the new father of your triplets," he said, his voice filled with sincerity.

Warmth bloomed in my chest upon hearing those words. The truth was, Lucas was already their true father, though he did not know. In that moment I wanted to tell him the truth, but just then, a sudden interruption s