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CHAPTER EIGHT
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ARIA’s POV….His hand paused on my shoulder as his brows crunched for a few seconds before returning to normal.“That won’t happen.” He said, his tone so icy it could freeze meat for days. “The doctor didn’t say anything about you being pregnant.” Not the answer I’d wanted, or expected.“In three months, all of this—“ his fingers vaguely pointed between him and I and I knew what he was trying to say. “It’ll be over.” He straightened his position as I raised my head to match with his height so I could look at him.“You didn’t answer the question, though. What if I am?” I knew he wouldn’t welcome the child or anything, but I still wanted to hear him say something. Anything.“Don’t play any tricks, Aria. Go tell Ashley you’re fine and don’t give her any reason to be worried.” I clenched my fists at his words.Ashley. How did her name manage to creep into every single conversation?I nodded slightly at him, responding with the faintest voice even though I’d tried my best to sound audible e
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RAYMOND’s POV…Flashback“I’m leaving, Raymond. I can’t do this anymore.” Ashley told me as she pulled her suitcases and bags.“What do you mean you can’t do this anymore? We promised to be together forever, didn’t we, Ashley? How—“ I grabbed her hand, but she took hers out of mine immediately as she shook her head.“People break promises. I wouldn’t be the first to do so. Just let me go.” Her voice became softer as she shook her head. “Don’t make this any harder for me than it already is.” “Ashley, we can work this out together. We can fight for our love and—““How can we do that, though?” Her voice became lower. “It’s already enough for you to have to fight to become the Alpha with your brother being your sole competitor. What’ll happen to me if you don’t win? My father wouldn’t support this.” She said as she pointed vaguely between us. That was the last she said before she pushed her things into the trunk of the car, getting in as she turned to me, sadness evident in her eyes.“A
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ARIA’s POV….As the inviting scent of herbs and spices filled the kitchen while I stirred, humming to a song I’d heard at the market, I couldn’t help but be slightly distracted by the laughter coming from the other side of the pack which was directly behind the kitchen.“These people.” I clicked my tongue as I rolled my eyes.Just as I went to the cabinet, stretching to grab a bowl, I felt someone tap me as it was handed over to me.I let out a shallow breath as I took the bowl. “Thank you.” I muttered before returning to where I was busy cookingAs I set the bowls, I could feel her eyes on me the whole time and I knew she was just looking for a new reason for drama. “Ashley. Greetings.” I greeted. Whatever she wanted to use to get me into trouble, I wasn’t interested. “Your dish— whatever it is, it smells nice.” She… complimented? I didn’t know what to make of her voice so I just nodded, stirring the soup a little more as I grabbed the napkin.“Thank you.” I responded curtly as she g
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ARIA’s POV….“Get up!” He ordered, his voice rough as if he was suppressing anger. He must’ve been. If there was anything these past few days had shown me, it was that he couldn’t stand my presence.“Get up?” I stared at him confused, his hand still on me. I blinked as I turned my head left. Before I could turn back to him to speak again, he grabbed my wrist, his grip so tight it felt like I was bound in chains.I wriggled my hand, trying to get free, but before I could, he yanked me off the bed, my ankle giving way slightly as I crashed into his body, a sharp pain coursing through me in no time.I felt my eyes go inside out as I bit my lips to avoid making a sound, my hand gently going to my stomach as he wriggled my hand.“When I say get up, you do as I say. Got it?” He scolded and I gulped as I did my best to push the pain to the back of my head even though it was now obvious I sucked at it.“Wh—what for?” I asked as the pain continued. I looked to my hand and I could still see him
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ARIA’s POVDoes he truly see me as nothing more than a pariah, deserving of nothing but scorn? Does he genuinely care for Ashley, or is she just another pawn in his grand scheme? As I turned, watching him leave the house with her in his arms, her hands wrapped around his neck, it felt like a sharp blade with fiery edges had been sent into my chest.“I didn’t even do anything wrong— on purpose.” I muttered to myself as I saw them leave the front door.As I forced myself to not cry and remain strong, a sudden wave of nausea hit me as I staggered, grabbing on to the head of the couch as I coughed, my stomach stirring and churning violently.“Oh, my goodness.” I whispered, as next thing I knew, I was rushing to the nearest sink and emptying my guts inside as red clouded my vision.Whatever came out of me was both sour, itchy, and disgustingly pathetic— like my life.I coughed till I got it all out of me and just as I turned on the water, I felt another’s presence.“Aria?” I heard a deep vo
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ARIA’s POV…I was going to end it all.For the sake of myself and my child, I was going to cut off all ties with Raymond. I couldn’t keep hurting my child for the sake of a future that wasn’t even clear.“He’s back.” I muttered to myself as I rushed out of my room the moment I heard the sound of his car’s engine pulling up downstairs.“Yes. I know that. Anything else?” I heard Raymond asked as he shut the door, his cold expression giving the slight heat of anger.I didn’t hear what the other person said, but I knew that it couldn’t have been good because he clenched his fists, digging his fingers into his skin before letting out a forced exhale.“There’s nothing to worry about now. Ashley is fine.” He finally said.Ashley. Speaking of her, she was brought out of the car, as she stood behind him, looking extremely weak, her face still pale.“Luna Ashley!” I heard Alice call as she rushed to Ashley, her hand coming respectfully around her as she helped her away from the door. “Are you al
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ARIA’s POV…As his eyes remained on me, I felt myself become weak in the knees and I almost found myself at a loss for words, but I let out an exhale as I spoke.“About the food today.” I finally found the words as I let out a relieved exhale. “Even though it hadn’t been my intention, I’d caused your Luna harm.” My chest twisted at calling her his luna, but what could I do? It was the fact. He’d chosen her over me, not like I’d ever even been an option for him.He raised his head, trying to understand where I was coming from.“I know how much you care for her and I know how important remaining on her father’s good books is to you. Something like this can never happen again. I do not want to be the reason for any harm that comes to her.” I told him as I started to become more comfortable with my words.“Okay? I already said—““We should end our contract.” I blurted as his eyes instantly turned fiery cold— if that was even a thing. I couldn’t explain it, but there was a difference in the
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ARIA’s POV….“Am I…. Interrupting something?” She asked again, this time, eyeing us suspiciously.I turned to Raymond and as collected as possible, his hands now in his pocket, he responded. “Nothing. Aria was just helping me with my collar.” I looked at his collar which had never needed any adjusting.That was the thing with Raymond. Regardless of when and where you found him, he was always collected and presentable.She turned to me, as if seeking confirmation of what he’d said and I nodded. “Yes. I was just adjusting his collar.”She smiled, as if satisfied with my response as she moved closer to Raymond, adjusting and twisting the new ring on her finger, even though I knew she was just flaunting it.Who wouldn’t, though? It was a limited edition diamond ring expertly set in precious metals. It was a gift from the pack to her.She smiled seductively as she brought her hand to his neck, her fingertips gently tracing up his collar and slowly gliding over his neck.I would’ve thought i
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ARIA’s POV….“We’d make a wonderful couple for some magazine cover, won’t we?” She asked again, this time, holding on to his arm as she smiled at me.I managed a nod as I clutched on to the dress in my hands, my eyes traveling to Raymond’s.“Of course, you do. You look perfect together. I don’t think there are any better matches for you two besides each other.” I told her, feeling nothing but numbness as I spoke. Usually, complimenting them would hurt, but this time, all I felt was just the grateful relief that my baby was fine.She sighed as she adjusted Raymond’s shirt even though it needed none. “I know that. I’ve always done that.”Just as she turned to continue with whatever she was doing before she noticed me, her eyes landed on the dress in my hands and they flared open which caused me to stare at her confused.“What on earth have you done!” She yelled and I looked down at the dress. Only now did I notice that some of my blood had stained it and I gasped.“That dress. What did y
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RAYMOND’s POV….Fuck this…This is wrong, Raymond…It’s not. You’re mine. You were, are, and will always be.As I collapsed into the sofa, memories from what happened in the dress room coming to mind, I let out an exhale as I palmed my hand over my face.“We shouldn’t be doing this.”As I recalled her words, I wiped my lips gently and as I did, I recalled how my lips had been pressed against hers. It’d been a kiss filled with desire, with longing, and it showed the burning passion I felt for her— I hoped it did.“Aria. What have you done to me?” I asked myself when I realized my skin still burned from her touch and my mind wasn’t going to stop replaying those wonderful moments for a very long time.“Raymond.” I muttered my name with a chuckle when I recalled that after what felt like an eternity, she’d called me by my name.Goodness, my name had never sounded better coming from anyone’s lips before and hearing her call out to me did something to my organs that I couldn’t quite explain.
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ARIA’s POV….My baby.No, it couldn’t be.As several unhealthy and negative thoughts ran through my mind while Raymond stared at me with concern, I wiped my hand over my face as I struggled to get off the table, the blood still trickling down my thighs.“What’s going on? Is it me? Did I do this?” He asked as he moved closer to me.Yes. No. Damn it.“Oh no. I’m fine.” I lied as I grabbed a tissue hanging on the rack as I wiped my thigh with it even though it didn’t do much to help.“You don’t look fine. If you were, blood wouldn’t be trickling down your spine. Goddamn it.” He insisted, his voice slowly turning protective.Was he being protective of me? I raised my head so I could look him in the eye and contrary to the cold and expressionless man I always saw, this man actually had concern in his eyes.“I’m serious. I’m fine. It’s just, just my period.” The perfect cover up excuse finally came to mind. I mean, it wasn’t like I could tell him about my pregnancy.“It just came a little ea
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ARIA’s POV…..“I’m not her bridesmaid, there must be some sort of misunderstanding.” I tried to protest, but Ashley pressed my shoulder as she flashed me a smile.“You’re my bridesmaid, aren’t you, Aria?” She smiled again, but this time in a threatening way.I looked behind her to Raymond even though I knew there was nothing he’d do and I was right, he just stood there like a statue.The assistant cleared her throat as I turned to her. “There’s a lot to choose from, but considering this is something high profile,” she pulled me to a section with the most beautiful dresses. “You can choose from here.” She stared at my body.“You’re really beautiful with amazing proportions. These would suit you.”“Thank you.” I told her as I stared at the dresses.“And for ma’am Ashley.” She turned to Ashley. “You have a different section.” She informed her and Ashley nodded as they went over to the other side, leaving just Raymond and I standing here.Focus, Aria. It’s just Raymond. There’s nothing to
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ARIA’s POV…Beside me, I felt Beta Luke’s expression turn cold. So cold it could’ve frozen whoever me.He nodded with compliance as he bowed slightly. “Yes, Alpha Raymond. I shall get to work immediately.” He said but Raymond didn’t respond. He just sat in the car arrogantly as his eyes remained fixated on me.Beta Luke turned to me slightly as he whispered, his expression slightly warmer. “I’m sorry you didn’t get to train much today. Maybe some other time?”I nodded with a smile. At least he wasn’t upset. Raymond had been rude to him because of me. “Of course.” I responded and with that, he took quick strides till he was out of sight.“You’re not going to make us wait an eternity because you’re looking at something that isn’t there, are you?” Raymond asked sarcastically and I could hear the bitterness in his voice as he did so.Without giving him an answer, I got into the backseat of the car, looking out the window as he ignited the engines.The air in the car was so thick you could
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ARIA’s POV….I should’ve stood up for myself earlier in front of Alice. That way, I’d have gotten her out of my way sooner. It’d been a whole day since my last confrontation with Alice and she hadn’t bothered me all day today.“Feels good.” I muttered to myself as I let out an exhale while I stretched. It would be a very good day for exercising.“You can’t train so much now that you’re pregnant, Aria. I know they’re a part of your life, but remember; safety comes first.” I held on to my stomach as Eric’s words replayed in my head.It was a very sunny day. I was done with my chores and feeling quite bored and stiff. Besides, it’d been a while since I’d last trained so I decided to. Fighting and training had become a part of my life since Raymond and I got together anyway.“This is for my baby.” I motivated myself as I pushed myself to the middle of the training grounds. “Alpha Raymond won’t protect you; my love.” I caressed my stomach. “But I will. I, Aria, will make sure there’s never
