Chapter 2

Simon did not come home for the next few days. He said that Xandra was unwell and that he had to take care of her.

In the past, he had cared for me meticulously as he did with Xandra now. During our three years of marriage, I had always believed he loved me. But that was until Xandra returned, carrying another man's pup.

He gave all the love that once belonged to me to Xandra and treated me with increased indifference. As my disappointment in him accumulated, my love for him completely faded away.

I picked up my phone, hoping to scroll through social media to relax my mood a little. But the moment the screen lit up, I was greeted with waves of negative news that threatened to engulf me.

The hottest search topic was none other than, "Luna Kaylee Cheats and Gets Pregnant with Another Man's Pup."

The comments beneath condemned me mercilessly.

"How kind of Alpha Simon to even allow Kaylee to keep the bastard pup."

"I heard he's throwing her a birthday celebration. If you ask me, I think she doesn't deserve that kind of attention from him."

The Internet was in an uproar, and everyone was accusing me of having an affair.

I turned off my phone and let out a self-deprecating chuckle.

So, this was what Simon wanted. To shield Xandra from gossip, he made me and my pup the scapegoats instead. I could endure it, but I would never allow my pup to be slandered.

I called Simon and told him to have the news removed, but he responded stoically, "I was the one who contacted the media to release the article. After all, the act needs to be convincing. You just need to put up with it a little longer.

"I don't have time to listen to your fussing, Kaylee. Xandra's stomach hurts. I need to take her to the hospital."

As his words fell, he hung up right away.

I was through with him.

If Xandra was the one who had to put up with all the gossip, he thought she was pitiful. But when I was the one who had to face all the condemnation, I was making a fuss and being dramatic.

Since he did not care about this pup, he should not expect to keep it. I picked up my phone and called the hospital to schedule an abortion.

A few days later, Simon came back. He brought Xandra with him.

The first thing he did when he saw me was bark orders. "Clean up your room and let Xandra stay in there. Go and sleep in the guest room for a few days."

Xandra rubbed her belly and smiled. "Simon said that after I give birth, he will help me raise the pup. Since we'll be living together, you won't mind, right?"

Seeing that I remained unmoved, Simon spoke more sternly. "Kaylee, this is not the time for childish tantrums. Xandra is sick and weak. She needs a warm room."

Only then did I speak up solemnly. "You care a great deal for her pup, but what about our pup?"

Simon paused for a moment before saying, "You're different. You're strong and can handle everything yourself. Xandra is a fragile Omega. She needs special care."

I felt a prickling sensation in my nose as tears welled up. He seemed to have forgotten that I had left my home to come to his pack just to be with him. He was the only one I could count on for support here.

Nevertheless, I did not say anything. I simply went into my room and quietly began to pack my things.

When I came out, I saw Simon ending a call with an ashen face.

He turned and asked, "Why did the hospital just call to inform me that you scheduled an abortion? Kaylee, I love you so much. How could you be so cruel as to kill our pup?"

Simon was very upset and emotionally unstable.

I said coldly, "Do you really love me? I think the one you love is Xandra."

Simon wanted to say something, but Xandra interrupted. "Oh my, Kaylee. Are you putting on a show because you're jealous? You treasure your pup so much. Would you ever try to abort it for real?"

Upon hearing Xandra's words, Simon immediately stopped worrying. "That's right. You love me so much. How could you abort our pup? I know you're just saying this to get my attention. You're the Luna, Kaylee. How can you be so petty?"

I said nothing and carried my luggage to the guest room.

The guest room had no heating. That night, I curled up miserably under the blanket, shivering from the cold.

Simon pushed the door open, and I felt the empty space on the mattress behind me dip.

"Don't worry, Kaylee. When this is over, I'll make Xandra leave. I'll explain everything and clear your name when the time comes," Simon said, stroking my hair like he was comforting a wounded kitten.

I kept my eyes tightly shut. My hand that was hidden under the blanket clenched into a fist.

"Kaylee, I really love you." Simon hugged me from behind, his warm body enclosing me completely.

But the rare moment of calm did not last long because Xandra suddenly screamed from the next room.

"Ah! Help, Simon! I cut my finger, and it's bleeding a lot!"

The man who had just sworn his love to me a moment ago let go of me instantly and rushed out to check on Xandra.

In the dark guest room, I listened to Xandra's coquettish blabber and Simon's gentle comforting coming from next door. Once again, I felt my heart grow cold.