In a fit of rage, I slapped Barnett. He, too, was shocked by Carol's words. "Carol! How dare you slander Fera in front of everyone?"Carol responded shakily, “I’m sorry, Barnett. I didn’t realize she was your mate.”Then, she turned to me with a hint of regret in her voice. “Barnett already announced to all of Northaria that I was carrying his child to protect my reputation. I apologize, Fera.“But don’t worry. I won’t let them mistreat your child! I will raise him as my own, but... they will never call you 'Mom'.”I was furious. I was just about to demand answers from Barnett —how could he be so heartless, prioritizing Carol's reputation over our child—when he turned to me, his eyes glistened with tears.Apologetically, he said, “I’m sorry, Fera. I promised Carol’s brother to take care of her and his parents.“Carol has always been a gentle and quiet girl. Everyone in the pack would point fingers at her if they found out she was pregnant before she found a mate. What if she can'
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