A Flicker Of Hope

I opened my eyes to the faint sound of murmuring voices around me. The scent of aromatherapy and lemongrass wafted into my nose, mixed with the unmistakable antiseptic odor of a hospital. Blinking a few times to clear my blurry vision, I saw Alpha Matthew and Hannah standing in front of me, talking to a doctor.

Hannah’s face lit up as she noticed me awake. “Thank the moon goddess you’re back with us, Lauryn.”

“What happened?” I asked, feeling confused and disoriented.

Alpha Matthew’s smile grew wider as he spoke. “It’s a victory we’ve all been waiting for, Lauryn.”

I furrowed my brow, trying to make sense of what he was saying. “What do you mean?”

“You’re not to do any strenuous work from now on, Lauryn,” Alpha Matthew said, his tone serious. “And you too, Hannah. I don’t want you to be bothered with helping the other betas with their baking tasks anymore. You need to focus on the well-being of our soon-to-be child.”

My eyes widened in surprise as I realized what he was implying. “Am