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Chapter 40 (Pregnancy)

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Athena's POV

In the following days, my determination to set things right intensified. Tala, though willing, was bound by her beta responsibilities, leaving me to navigate this challenging path alone.

Fueled by desperation, I found myself at the doorstep of Ulf's mother. Despite the bizarre nature of our relationship, I couldn't ignore the compelling need for her guidance.

"I'm surprised you came to see Luna. Is everything alright?" she inquired with politeness after I sat down.

I managed a reassuring smile, discreetly scanning for any sign of Ulf, well aware she wouldn't appreciate our interaction.

"Ulf isn't home," she disclosed as if anticipating my unspoken query.

"She left a moon ago to spend time with my sister in the neighboring pack." Relieved, I sighed and responded to her offer of coffee with a polite decline.

Instead, I delved into the purpose of my visit, confessing my intention to establish an organization for abused women who couldn't find their voices.

"Hmm. Luna duti
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