29- Alex's Mate

Rayna’s pov

There was pin-drop silence for a moment. I could feel their eyes fixed on me, their gazes were sharp and judgmental.

The tension seemed to hang in the room like a heavy fog and then the in charge who seemed a bit bored dissolved into mirth.

Several women followed her, and the room erupted in a fit of laughter. Their voices sounded like a mocking chorus ringing in the air. I wasn’t ready for it and felt humiliation washing over me like anything.

“Are you all also thinking what I am thinking? Ha-ha.” The plus-size in charge managed in between her giggles and they all nodded at her while holding their tummy.

I didn’t know what was so funny about it. I was standing there feeling exposed and vulnerable.

“Sorry, girl. I think you are trying to fool us.” When I didn’t say anything, the lady said further controlling her mirth, “There is no Lexi here, love. Nor do we have any Alex except one.”

She then again started laughing, “That dame sitting into that corner. She is the mate of