The next morning, Layne came to me early with the news.
Carson had left quietly, alone.
I counted the hours, then, with Layne by my side, made my way to the pack's meeting hall, where Bellamy had arranged a private room for me. Inside, there were fruits and refreshments thoughtfully laid out.
Soon, the door to the neighboring room opened.
A familiar voice reached my ears.
"Brother Caiden, are you certain this remedy will only terminate Jaliyah’s pregnancy and not harm her body?"
"Brother Carson, you have my word. This remedy was sourced from the Northern packs and is completely safe."
"That’s a relief. Jaliyah has been by my side for seven years. I don’t want her to suffer."
"I appreciate your help with this. Bellamy is her half-sister. If Jaliyah were to have a pup first, Bellamy’s position would be compromised."
These two voices were unmistakable.
One was my former mate, the other my current one.
Carson was truly generous.
For Bellamy’s sake, he had conspired with his rival to eliminate his own pup.
Tears fell silently, and I nearly lost my balance.
I waited until the neighboring room fell silent again.
Staggering, I collapsed into Layne’s arms, sobbing uncontrollably.
"Why? Why must the Luna and Miss Jaliyah suffer such injustice?"
Layne choked back tears, her voice trembling with indignation on my behalf.
I bit my lip hard, the suffocating pain wrapping around me like a vise.
Heartbreak had never felt so tangible.
