Bella’s POVI knew there was nothing to doubt when work became more hectic the next day. They were preparing for the Luna’s arrival which I guessed should be today.I felt jealous. Anyone else in my shoes would be. That should’ve been me, It was supposed to be the way I’d be brought here. So much respect for her already even though she hasn’t arrived yet.They were excited to meet her, to meet the only person they thought would bear an heir for their alpha. I think there are so many things I don’t about werewolves yet.…Aren’t they supposed to feel that I was pregnant? To hear the heartbeat of life growing in me?I felt my heart sink in my stomach when I remembered how Damien hid my link to pack right after my initiation. That must be why they don’t have any connections with me. But on the bright side, it was safe for me and my baby, no one would know about it or try to hurt me if I don’t tell them about it, though it’s only a matter of a few weeks before they all notice the growing b

I woke up what seemed like a few hours later, the bright rays of sunlight forcing me to squint my eyes shut. I let out a small yawn, running my fingers through my hair before I stood up and walked to the window, pulling the curtains close.There were loud chattering noises downstairs, like some kind of party was going on, but I was less curious, not like if it was something good they’ll invite me. Funny they did not even call for me to serve them; maybe Linda must’ve found a way to keep them away. I walked out of the room, heading to the kitchen to find some water to drink, since my throat felt completely dry.“Hey, Bella,” I rolled my eyes when I heard a familiar voice at the door of the kitchen. Lavender stood at the door, dressed in a yellow floral dress with spaghetti straps, her blonde hair brushed down neatly. I already made up my mind not to ever speak to her, until her Luna initiation is done and Damien probably lets me go, I just hope he also rejects me, at least it’ll be a c

My palms became sweaty and different thoughts ran through my head, trying to possibly search for lie to tell her. "I... I'm not." My voice came out quite shaky."I can hear that, I can feel it. There's no point trying to lie, Bella. You are pregnant." My heart raced faster and I opened my mouth severally to speak but no words came out of them. "Yes, you are! Oh my god, how were you able to hide it?""Keep your voice down!" Her voice echoed loudly around the basement, I feared somebody else might find out and that would be double trouble for me.I thought it was well hidden since my connection with the pack was broken and she wasn't even a member of the pack! How could she?!...or rather, what is she?"Who owns the baby?" Lavender strode closer to the cell and unexpectedly grabbed my wrist tightly, pulling me closer to her."Hey! Let go of me." I tried to pull my wrist from her but her grip only grew tighter, making my wrist hurt already."I asked a question and you would answer me."

Damien's POVI leaned back on my chair, resting both elbows on the handle as the door went open and George, my gamma stepped into the courtroom, Bella walking closely behind him."Just like you all know, we are gathered here to bear witness of the trial of Bella Mackenzie." I began as soon as George was already seated and Bella was standing at the center of thehall. "Do you swear on the goddess name that you would te the truth during this trial?" I continued, my gaze fixated on her."I do." Just then, Lucas began reading out her offenses. I sat back and watched, as murmurs went around the hallway, only waiting for the right time to speak. A few minutes later after Lucas was done, I cleared my throat causing absolute silence around the hall. "Bella, how do you plead?""Not guilty." She replied almost immediately. So much confidence!"I should speak now, I'm the only witness here." Lavender leaned closer to me, speaking in a low voice. I nodded, giving her the go ahead. "Bella," I call

I did not sleep again, well I couldn't. I stayed awake till it was dawn. I could hear voices in the packhouse already, the maids already setting to work. Good thing they could finally work, without me. I heaved out a deep sign for the umpteenth time, as I leaned against the headboard, staring outside the window. I've been sitting this way, ever since Linda left earlier this morning, just staring into space.I've never felt so empty ever before, it was like there was a big hole in my chest, just filled with nothingness. I rested my hands on my stomach, running my fingers around it softly. The only reason I was holding on to survival is gone, the only hope I had. A small bead of tears slipped from my eyes and I wiped it off immediately, sniffing gently. Now I wonder how my mother left me with my father without any regrets. Because I can never, the feeling is out of this world. I can't believe she could ignore all these and never even bothered checking up on me. I placed my hands back o