Chapter 4
Daphne's p o v
What have I done? I asked myself. I had told myself that there was no way I would help those traitors carry their own baby. But the moment, I swallowed those pills, I felt being brought back to my senses.
Immediately, I rushed to the bathroom and filled my stomach with water from the faucet. Then I dipped my middle and index finger deep down my throat until I feel like purging everything out.
I continued until I couldn't hold the nausea and threw up into the wash basin. I looked at the liquid mess in the sink and saw the red pills that I had swallowed. It was back out.
I couldn't! I could not hurt the baby. I could not hurt my baby. I cried.
It was at that moment that I realized that I could not harm the child.
Determined, I stared at my reflection in the mirror. "They think they can get away with using me?" I muttered to my wolf who was full of supportive energy. "Well, let's wait and see who plays this this game better. I'll keep this baby and turn their plan against them. Stephen and Rosie will regret the day they crossed me."
"We'll make sure of it." My wolf added.
With resolve now strengthened, I turned away from the mirror, a fire burning in my eyes. I was ready for revenge.
As I prepared for the meeting which had been earlier postponed because of me, I was filled with a new kind of confidence.
The meeting hall fell silent as I walked in, my head held high and my back straight. I moved with an elegance that commanded attention, the way I always have, my every step filled with purpose.
I showcased my growing baby bump with a sleek, body- hugging dress that radiated more of my confidence.
The other alpha and the rest of my pack that were present in the hall watched her with a mix of admiration and surprise. The person that was most taken aback was my mate Stephen who I could see was open mouthed. This wasn't the same woman that had suddenly gone lazy and shabby because of her pregnancy.
As I made my way to the head of the table, I could feel his eyes following me and taking in my powerful presence. Yes! This is exactly how I wanted to feel. No more pain or regret!
"I got the report of the a marked increase of rogues from my pack that have been seen trespassing on our territory lately." The alpha from another pack spoke.
"Certainly. I thought it necessary to being this to your notice before taking any further actions."
"We've reached out, but they've been eager for a fight. We may have to resort to a more violent measures." One of my elders spoke.
"You need not worry. " The huge alpha spoke. "I would send guess myself to guard your borders as it would be easier for them to recognize them."
"Thank you. I appreciate your understanding and cooperation."
"It's my pleasure, alpha Daphne."
So it was this lower that Stephen envied so much?
"We should also explore potential alliance with your pack. Remember this has always been my dream. Together, we could present a united front against these threats." I suggested with a smile.
"Agreed. We must put this approach to activity. The strength of our packs depends on it." The alpha agreed.
I smiled back in appreciation and the meeting continued with the discussion of other matters.
In the end, Stephen asked concerning the doctor that packed out of Green Crest pack all of a sudden.
"He's one of the really good doctors in this pack with a experienced healers under him. You know, he is the one that helped with I and my wife's pregnancy."
"We will replace him with another!" I declare firmly before addressing the next question.
After the meeting, I go home Stephen riding beside me. We didn't exchange any words through out the ride.
When we walked into the bedroom, I felt like I was with a stranger. That is what he had became to me. A stranger.
Each time, I looked at that bed I could still see Rosie on it with him.
I faced the mirror and pulled down my earrings after the other.
I was still doing so when he appeared behind me pulling his neck tie.
The next thing I feel is his hands on my shoulder massaging them. I only chuckle and and wipe the make up off of my face.
Suddenly his arms wrap around my waist his fingers extending to my belly. I feel my back against his chest and he draws closer planting a kiss on my neck. As soon as I feel him, I draw away from his arms and smiled at him.
"I'm tired." I say calmly and leave the mirror.
"You've been a little distant lately." He mumbles. "Is everything ok?"
How was he so good at pretending to care.
"Usual works you know. Running the pack is really taking on me these days and in the end, I am left beat. Plus the baby, I'm just so tired these days. I can't help it."
I sit on the bed.
"I totally understand." He says and I smile back.
Lying fully on the bed, I turn to my side and face the wall. Away from him.
