Chapter 004

(Six weeks later)

I clenched my fists, looking at my laptop. 

My heart was beating fast, and I held my breath while the page loaded.

When I opened my eyes, I couldn't believe what was in front of me.

I gasped, covering my mouth.

“Congratulations, Kaira Westmore!

You’ve been officially admitted to the College of Medicine and awarded a full scholarship.

Welcome to your future. We can’t wait to see you shine!”

I jumped, almost stepping on Beauty, who pouted at me with annoyance.

I couldn't stop screaming my lungs out. Mom rushed into my room, hearing me scream.

“Kaira, why are you screaming?” Mom asked, rushing in. She was holding a spatula.

I held her hands, twirling her around, unable to speak. Happiness was choking me, and I  couldn't breathe.

“Easy, Kai! Im going to fall,” Mom screamed, but I didnt stop.

She resigned to her fate and kept twirling with me until I calmed down and hugged her.

“Im going to college, Mom”, I said. “A medical college”

“What?” she looked shocked. “When did that happen? Congratulations, Kaira, my darling!”

“Just now, Mom,” I said and pointed at the laptop. “I just got the email, I'm officially a college student!”

“Im so so proud of you, darling”, she kissed my forehead. “Daddy and I are proud to have you as our daughter. Wait, I will ask daddy to come home, we have to celebrate this”

“Thank you, Mom!” I hugged her. 

Mom hurried out the door, and I fell on my bed, breathing as loudly as I wanted to.

It felt like freedom. Once I move away to college, I will finally be free of Morgana and her evil ways.

That witch and her traitor boyfriend, Tyrone, have made my life worse than it was before Christmas Eve night.

They would purposely invite me and make out in front of me, and I wasn't allowed to leave until Tyrone told me to.

He was an alpha heir with strong, commanding authority.

Finally, once I leave for Norway, I will be far away from them.

“Beauty!” I grinned, picking her up. “Im going to college, I will be away from everything and everyone, but I will never abandon you”

Beauty purred, and I felt she heard what I said.

I played with her, kissed her face and dropped her down.

I was about to grab my jacket and go to Samara when I felt the dizzy spell hit me like a crushing stone.

I staggered to maintain my balance; I managed to steady my steps and hold the walls.

I took quick breaths and looked at myself in the mirror. I was pale and weak.

Then, it hit me. I hadn't seen my period in a month plus.

Fear gripped my heart, and I ran out of the house.

I got to the department store and grabbed a pregnancy strip, entered the toilet and peed into a container.

I inserted the strip into it and waited anxiously for a few minutes.

When I took it out, my whole world came crashing down.

It had two red lines. I was pregnant.

With a stranger’s baby after a one-night stand.

How did this happen? I should have been more careful, stupid dumbass Kaira Westmore.

What would I tell Mom and Dad? They would be disappointed in their teenage daughter, getting pregnant without a mate.

Shame washed over me as the thought of breaking my parents’ hearts flashed in my mind. 

I can't do this to them. They raised me despite all objections from everyone around them, who told them how adopted kids turned out badly.

My heart was breaking in my chest, and I blamed myself for everything.

Without thinking, I booked an appointment at the hospital. I got there just in time for my abortion.

However, the doctor wanted to run some tests to be sure it was safe.

I refused to go back home and come back another time; it's now or never.

When the test results came out, I was invited into the doctor’s office.

“Is everything fine, doctor?” I asked. “My test results came out well, right?” 

“Have a seat, Miss”, the doctor invited, and I reluctantly sat down. “Your results are out, and you are —” he stopped himself, glaring at me.

“What is the matter? Please tell me,” I urged, feeling anxious.

“You're pregnant with twins,” he uttered, and my jaw dropped. “Would you still like to go ahead with the operation?” 

I was lost for words, I just sat there staring into nothingness.

They are my kids, the only blood family I would ever have. Would it be right to get rid of them?

I don't want to disappoint my parents, but at the same time, I don't want to miss the chance to have a family that shares my blood.

“What have you decided, Miss?” the doctor asked, seeing the conflicting expression on my face.

“I will go home and think it over. I will get back to you,” I muttered and stood up.

I went home immediately. I had to make my travel plans before I started showing.

I've made my decisions, the babies are mine, and I will raise them without any help.

I won't even let my parents know about their existence until I give them something to be proud of.

When I got home, the living room was lively, and there was champagne on the table. 

“Honey, look who's here! It's our darling Kaira,” Mom squealed, and Dad turned to look.

“Kaira, darling, congratulations on your admission” Dad came to hug me, and I hugged him right back. I needed that hug. “You didn't tell us you were working on college plans”

“I wanted it to be a surprise,” I said. “So, how do you like my surprise?” 

“Amazing! Your surprise is out of this world, and I'm so proud of you” Dad’s eyes glistened with tears.

“Oh, Dad, stop! You're going to make me cry” I hugged him, wiping a tear from my eye.

They loved me so much, and I disappointed them.

“So you didn't tell us which college you applied to, Kaira”, Mom said, and I turned to her.

I had been dreading this moment, but it was inevitable now. I have to tell them someday, and that day is now.

“Norway,” I mouthed softly.

“What? You're leaving the country?” They exclaimed in unison, and I nodded.

“Yes, Mom and Dad,” I said. “I want to explore the world beyond the walls of the pack. I hope you understand”

“Yes, I do, but you could have applied to other colleges in the country. Why would you choose Norway?!”

“Because it's a beautiful country,” I lied.

“If that's what you want, Kaira, we are going to support you”, Dad said fully, and I felt relieved.

“You are leaving?” I heard Morgana ask from the door.

I nodded, and I saw her eyes light up. She must be so happy to get rid of me finally, and the chance is here.

“Yes, college admission is secured. I have to go pack my bags,” I said and walked out before they stopped me.

I went into my room and packed the essentials I would need.

I don't know how long I'll be gone, but I know I won't let my parents regret raising me. I will raise my kids and still make my parents proud.

“Beauty, it's time to go. I’m not leaving without you,”  I squatted in front of her and patted her head.

I packed everything. And Dad booked me a flight ticket.

Soon, I will be far away from everyone who betrayed me.

Too bad, I won't see my parents for a long time. It broke my heart.

I had no idea when I would return.

A week later, I took Beauty and left Silverlake Pack, leaving behind the tractors who made my life a living hell.

And the man who got me pregnant after one night, I wondered who he was.

I don't care if I ever see him again; I will raise my babies on my own.

I stopped at the entrance of our house while my parents led me to the car; their eyes were teary.

“I will miss you, Dad and Mom”, I said, hugging them one last time.

“We will miss you too, darling Kaira,” Mom said.

We hugged and cried until I got in the car and left.

I muttered under my breath, looking out the window of the plane.

“Goodbye, Silverlake. Thanks for the good and bad, until we meet again or not”