Katarina Maybe I will finally become a wolf or maybe I won’t. Either way, I need answers.And if Zane’s outburst is what it takes to get them, then I’m willing to go that far too.“Please, Maik,” I whisper, wanting him to tell me more. “I’m begging you.”Maik’s eyes soften, as If he understands the pain I feel. “I’m not protecting your mother’s murderer, far from it, Luna Katarina. I swear on the Moon Goddess,” he assures me but then hesitates. “Your mother had an ally in the Wolf Council. He’s the one who knows the truth.”“Stop beating around the bush, Maik,” Zane demands. “Who the fuck is this ally?”“I am,” Adam replies.“Huh?” My head jerks toward him, stunned. “What?”“Adam, this isn’t a fucking game!” Zane yells. “If this is what Katarina needs to let her wolf out, then she damn well is going to have it!” He points at Adam. “This isn’t the time to protect Maik!”“I’m not protecting Maik,” Adam fires back, letting out a deep breath. “It’s the other way around.”He turns to me.
Katarina“I’m not about to make love to you on this bed.”I laugh. “And why not?”He laughs with me as I rest my head on his chest. His hand glides to my belly.“We’re going to raise our baby together, Katarina,” he tells me in my ear, biting my upper ear.I smile.That’s a good sign.That means he’s not planning to let me die after the baby is born.At least, that’s what I think.We lie here, wrapped in each other’s arms, feeling the closeness, the peace.Just us.Listening to each other’s beating heart.And I can’t help but wish I can freeze time right now in this moment. Before it gets ruined.Alpha Adam returns with Maik snapping me out of my daze.I sit up from Zane’s chest.“Maik. Welcome,” Zane greets with firmness, clearing his throat and moving a bit away from me.“Alpha Zane. Luna Katarina.” Maik bows respectfully to Zane, then to me. “How do you feel, Luna Katarina?”“I feel like… my stomach’s turning into a giant ball,” I laugh, and for a brief moment, they all laugh with
Katarina I hear voices around me.“I’m afraid, Alpha Zane. The wolf blood in her is fighting back.” One voice I don’t recognize says, then pauses. “If it were just Luna Katarina, that would be hard enough. But now she’s pregnant. She’s in critical condition, and the baby is draining her strength.”“What can we do, doctor?” Zane seems worried.“For now, we just have to keep watching her,” the unfamiliar voice sighs. “But if it comes to it, we may have to end the pregnancy to save the mother.”“Don’t even think about it,” I hear Adam snap.My eyes blink open, staring at the ceiling. My body feels weak.“Doctor, do your damn job,” Adam orders firmly. “Find a way to keep Luna Katarina and the baby safe.”“Understood, Alpha Adam,” the strange voice replies. “Alpha Zane…” his words fade as his footsteps retreat.I try to sit up.“Katarina!” Zane rushes to me, and Adam follows close behind him.“My Katarina…” Zane cups my cheek, his eyes fixed on mine, scanning me with relief and worry. “Ho
KatarinaMy heart pounds. My breath catches in my throat.“Zane, don’t upset her,” Adam cuts in, but Zane storms out of the room, angry. I turn to Alpha Adam. “I’m sorry.” My eyes stay on him, full of regret.His face hardens as he sits beside me. “I knew you weren’t to be trusted, but Zane…” he sighs. “He was blinded by love. He didn’t believe me.”“Now, he hates me.” I bow my head, accepting my new reality.“Do you blame him?” Adam keeps his voice steady, but I see the anger in his eyes. “Since you came into our lives, you’ve only made his worse. The only good thing you’ve done is carry the baby in your womb. For that, I thank you.”“What happens to me when the baby is born?” I ask, fear spilling into my voice.“This time, that’s for Zane to decide. If you’ve truly changed sides from your father, you have until then to prove your loyalty to Zane.”“And you…” My voice lowers, knowing I need to make up for what I’ve done. “I understand now that you were only protecting your son. I’ll
Katarina“Wake up, sleeping beauty,” Zane murmurs as he presses a kiss to my forehead.My eyes slowly open, and I see him sitting beside me, placing a tray of breakfast next to me.“Hey.” My lips curve into a smile. “Good morning.”“Good morning, Katarina.” His gaze meets mine with a twinkle in his eyes.I yawn, then quickly cover my mouth, cheeks heating as Zane watches me and chuckles.He strokes my hair, his eyes steady on me. “Did you have a good night’s rest?”“Yes.” I nod, sitting up. “And you? Did you sleep well?”“I sleep best when you’re close to me… right beside me.” His voice softens, his eyes staying on mine as his thumb brushes my mouth.“Same,” I whisper, reaching for his hand. “I still love you, Zane.”“I feel the same way too.” His fingers squeeze mine.“And I want to sleep next to you again.” My eyes linger on him, knowing I might be rushing but taking my chance now that I’m in his good graces.“You should start with breakfast first.” Zane grins, the corners of his ey
Katarina“Thank you, Bex. But for now, I’m abstaining from drinks.” His gaze lands on me, and I know why.It’s because of whatever happened between him and Magdalena the night he didn’t come home.“But you know what has me the most surprised, Cyprian?”“Alpha Zane…” Cyprian begins, swallowing hard as his brows knit together, but Zane silences him with a raised finger.“You.” His stare hardens on him, unblinking. “How did I not know everything that was going on?”“Alpha Zane, I promised Katarina that I wouldn’t tell on her.” Cyprian admits, unease spilling into his tone as his eyes dart to mine for a second.“You were more loyal to her than to me.” Zane’s voice lowers, his hand tightening against his thigh.Am I missing something between Zane and Cyprian?“No, Alpha Zane. But she’s my friend. I couldn’t betray her trust,” Cyprian replies, shoulders drawn.“But you betrayed mine.” Zane’s jaw flexes, his gaze cutting into him.“Alpha Zane, I’m sorry.” Cyprian’s hands clench in his lap, h