Chapter 2

Everyone was stunned by what Florian said. No one expected my kindness to eventually become the knife that stabbed me in the back.

Jessica was safe now, but instead of being grateful to me, she actually made this outrageous demand. This was no longer just provocation, but blatant humiliation.

Winnie Whitlock, Florian's mother, immediately changed her expression. Even though she had always looked down on me, she actually stood up for me this time.

"Florian, don't go overboard. Being betrothed mates isn't a joking matter. You can't just switch mates whenever you feel like it."

Damon Reed, Florian's father, didn't say anything, but he gave Florian a displeased look.

Florian seemed a little embarrassed by his parents' reproach. He said, "Olivia, I know this isn't right, but you were the one who talked me into it. If you want to be kind, you have to see it through."

The murmurs rose again, getting louder and louder. I heard every single word they said.

Some felt sorry for me. "Oh my God, Olivia is so pitiful."

Others thought I deserved it. "Feel sorry for her? She was the one who insisted on acting so magnanimous. If she can't keep it up, she can't blame others for laughing at her."

Even though I didn't care about what these people said, I still had to keep my emotions in check and pretend I was utterly heartbroken, like I was forcing myself to endure it.

With tears welling in my eyes, I choked out, "Florian, you're right. I made this decision myself, so I must bear the consequences, even though it hurts me deeply."

Jessica was unamused by what I said. "Hey, hey, hey. Who are you trying to fool with those pitiful looks? Florian was the one who talked me down. Why are you shamelessly taking credit for what he did?"

The werewolves who felt sorry for me couldn't take her pushiness anymore. They stepped forward to speak up for me.

"Jessica, watch what you say. Olivia is your savior."

"Without her, you would still be standing on the rooftop, throwing a tantrum."

Jessica seemed to realize what they meant, and her face turned bright red. But she still refused to back down. "What do you guys know? If Florian wasn't willing, it wouldn't matter even if someone tried to talk him into it. He clearly has feelings for me and can't bear to see me hurt."

Her words hinted that there was something more between them, and the way everyone looked at them immediately changed.

That clearly hit a sore spot for Florian, even though Jessica was telling the truth.

"Enough! Jessica, if you want me to fulfill your wish today, then keep your mouth shut! If not, no matter how many times you try to jump off the building, I won't bother with you again."

Florian's words were cold and harsh, and Jessica's eyes instantly turned red. But more than being hurt, she was afraid Florian might really change his mind.

She had no choice but to apologize sweetly, "Florian, I'm sorry. I know I was wrong. Don't be mad. I just love you too much. Since Olivia has agreed, let's not wait anymore. Let's get started."

Florian looked at me again, hesitation in his eyes, as if he wanted to make sure I really was okay with it.

I smiled and nodded. I even thoughtfully walked to a corner farther away so I wouldn't get in their way. But I had just sat down when a servant came running over, stumbling over her words.

"M-Ms. Keyes… Toby…"

Toby Keyes was my brother. The moment I heard something had happened to him, I couldn't sit still anymore.

When I ran over, a crowd had gathered around Toby, who had fallen to the ground. Florian was standing at the front.

Jessica frantically dusted off her dress and shouted, "That little brat actually dared to push me! Florian, you have to teach him a lesson!"

I spread my arms to shield Toby behind me and yelled, "Florian, what are you doing? He's just a kid!"

After my parents passed away, Toby was the only family I had left. He was my only weakness.

Florian knew this well, so in my last life, he used Toby to threaten me. Toby felt guilty, thinking he was my burden. So, to set me free, he secretly took his own life.

Seeing Toby alive and healthy now thrilled me, and tears streamed down my face before I could stop them.

Completely brainwashed by Jessica, Florian insisted on teaching Toby a lesson. He shoved me hard, and I lost my balance, crashing to the ground.

A sharp, unbearable pain shot through my stomach, and I couldn't help screaming. It hit me then that I was already pregnant.

Florian finally came to his senses. As if desperate to make up for what he'd done, he reached out to help me up, but I slapped his hand away.

Noticing I didn't look well, Toby rushed over, concern in his voice. "Olivia, you're so pale. Are you hurt?"

To keep him from worrying, I forced a smile. "I'm fine."

The excruciating pain made it feel like the pup inside me was saying a reluctant goodbye. Even though I was sad, I didn't break down in despair like I had in my last life. I had learned to let go. Leaving an environment without love might be a better choice for the pup.