Dante’s POVAs I stood there, my heart pounded in my chest, and my breath caught in my throat. The sight of Elijah embracing Vanessa sent shockwaves through my entire being. It was as if time was still, and the world around me faded into a blur. I couldn't tear my eyes away from them.The way Elijah held her, was so intimate, so familiar. It made my mind race with questions and doubts. Was Vanessa the queen he had spoken about? Had they committed to each other? And the biggest question of all, the one that gnawed at my insides was the child she carried his or mine?Vanessa's eyes, fixed on me, pierced through the chaos in my mind. Even in the midst of their embrace, her gaze held a mix of emotions, concern, guilt, and something else I couldn't quite decipher. It only added to the whirlwind of emotions that consumed me.I felt lost, like I was standing on the edge of a precipice, unsure of which way to go. The weight of uncertainty pressed down on my shoulders, threatening to suffocate

Elijah’s POV“What?” I exclaimed my mind was a mixture of shock and confusion.“Yes Elijah” Evelyn replied with a hint of pity in her voice. my heart skipped a beat. I couldn't believe what she was telling me. Vanessa, Dante's wife? And possibly the father of her child? It felt like a punch to the gut. I thought I knew Vanessa, but clearly, there was so much I didn't know about her past. The shock and disbelief washed over me, leaving me feeling utterly heartbroken.How could Vanessa keep something like this from me? Didn't she know how deeply in love I am with her? The realization that she had hidden such a significant secret shattered the trust I had in our relationship. I felt a mix of emotions swirling within me hurt, anger, and confusion.I had always thought maybe she was a rogue or a simple lady from another pack never in my wildest dream did I see Vanessa as a queen of one of the strongest lycan packs in history and her child is probably the successor.I couldn't believe she k

Dante’s POVI stood there, completely at a loss for words. I couldn't bring myself to tell Elijah the real reason why Vanessa had left. My mind was racing, filled with worry about her well-being. And then, in the midst of it all, a midwife rushed into the room. My heart skipped a beat as I wondered if she had any news about Vanessa. Elijah and I stood up uniformly anxiously awaiting any information.As the midwife approached, a small smile appeared on the corner of her lips. Relief washed over me like a wave. It was a sign that Vanessa was okay, that everything was going to be alright. The weight on my shoulders lifted, and I let out a sigh of relief.“How is she?” I asked eagerly waiting for her reply.“She is fine my lord, as a matter of fact, she just gave birth to a beautiful baby boy!”My heart soared with happiness as the midwife delivered the incredible news that Vanessa had successfully given birth. It was a moment I had been anxiously waiting for, and the surge of joy that c

Vanessa’s POV“I was hurt and Elijah found me and took me in” I began, “he took good care of me and even when he found out I was pregnant he didn’t mind,” I said as I sat there talking to Dante.my mind was racing with thoughts and emotions. I couldn't help but feel a bit conflicted about what to share and what to keep to myself. The love story part felt too personal, like a secret I wasn't ready to reveal.But at the same time, I wanted Dante to understand the significance of Elijah's presence in my life. I wanted him to know that Elijah took care of me and my unborn child, providing a sense of security and support that I had never experienced before.“I will be forever grateful to him because he was there for me at the time when I needed you” I continued as I carefully chose my words, I couldn't shake off the fear of judgment or the vulnerability that comes with opening up.“I am so sorry Vanessa, I…I.. don’t even have an excuse, I was a terrible husband to you and I regret everythi

Elijah’s POVConfusion and disbelief washed over me, as I tried to comprehend the implications of her words. The world around me seemed to blur as my thoughts raced, desperately searching for a way to make sense of it all. Emotions flooded through me hurt, anger, and a deep sense of betrayal. How could this be happening?I knew she said she just wanted to stay in Dante's pack for a while, but deep down, I couldn't shake the fear that she might choose to stay permanently. The pain I felt was indescribable, like a dagger piercing through my chest.“Elijah please come,” Vanessa motioned to me to come sit close to her. “I need you to understand that it's not what you are thinking,” she said as I sat close to her.“What do you expect me to think Vanessa?” I asked calmly because I couldn't comprehend how everything had changed in an instant. Vanessa was my world, my everything. The mere thought of her leaving me completely shattered me. It felt like I was losing a part of myself, and I didn