All Chapters of My sister’s mate became my forbidden love.: Chapter 91 - Chapter 100

Lila's POVThe days after the council meeting dragged and dragged. The palace became so quiet, but it wasn't peaceful-not really.It was that kind of awkward silence when everyone pretends things are fine while they are not. Every hallway I walked down had whisperings drooping behind me. Servants would hushed stop talking right as I strode past them. Guards bowed down super low with their eyes looking at me like pity mixed with respect.Everyone knew it now.Everyone thought I carried the Alpha's child.At first, I could manage. I could fake it until I found the strength to say it out loud. As weeks went by, the lie started becoming heavy and crushing.Guards were accompanying me wherever I went-two were standing on my door, two others followed me going to the gardens, even going to the healer's place for checkups-there they were. They were meant to guard my safety, but that just reminded me I was stuck in the trap I made myself.They have been looking at me like I will give birth to

Victoria's POV The healer arrived just before sunset.The palace had once more descended into an eerieHe bent very low. My Lady Luna, he said in a whisper. You called for me?Sure did, I replied, motioning to the chair. Have a seat.He sort of sat at the edge of the seat. I took a glance at him: his forehead sweating profusely, hands nervously fidgeting. He knew why he had been summoned.I need to ask you about Lady Sophia's operation, I started, trying to sound casual. You did it yourself, right?Yes, my lady. The principal surgeon, he stated carefully.Okay, I said, just about keeping my voice calm. I heard it all went well. Quite miraculous, really: the timing, the match... ridiculous.He nodded, looking more and more anxious. It was. We had given up all hope, but then, a donor appeared. A perfect match. She had a life.I bent my head ever so slightly. That's what I am interested in. Now tell me more about this donor.His fingers twitched a bit. The donor wished to remain anonymo

Chapter 95 - The Cut of BetrayalAdrian’s POV Inside the palace, the silence was suffocating in such a way that one really could not imagine there was a silence so bad.I've ordered the guards to take tonight off, for this was something I needed to handle alone.And there, as soon as I open the door, is Lila sitting on the edge of the bed, still wearing that pale dress she wore during that awful council meeting, hair all loose hanging and falling about her face like a curtain. She didn't even look up when I came in. “Adrian,” she whispered.I slowly shut the door. “You should have told me the truth.” Silence."You should have told me!" I'm guessing it broke out harsher than I meant for it to. “You left me thinking I messed up somehow – that our baby’s death was just an accident and that it was bad luck. But it wasn't, was it?” “No. Not bad luck,” she said in a low voice. “That is something I have decided to do.” The air was tightening within the room. I stared at her, waiting tha

Lila’s POVSophia's treatments were unbelievably expensive and the healer hinted at her health becoming worse if extra payment isn't done. "I knew what that tone meant—nice but desperate. He was done with free helping."Early morning again today sucked like all the other mornings, yet I had to answer. I stood at the door and heard a hard, impatient knock.Mom sighed. “Just ignore it,” she said quietly.I stepped forward to answer.He was the butcher from the market. "We had borrowed the coin months ago for Sophia's treatment." Three moons, Lila, he said, "You said you would pay."I managed to smile. "There have been… problems. Please, just give us more time."Time? He yelled. "Can I eat time? I have children to feed. Pay up or I will take stuff from your house, clothes, anything."Mom was behind me. "Please," she said softly, "we will figure this out.""That's what they all say," he snapped. "I'll be back tomorrow. No coin, I take things."He turned and left.It was even heavier when

Adrian’s POVOnce again, the hall was full to the brim. Sounds of music and chatter filled the atmosphere. Yet I was not really there; I was at the head table with the northern nobles and pack leaders pretending to have a blast, but were secretly sizing each other up.I have always been one to visit or host these kinds of events; it's just part of the job: sipping wine and talking to important people. But now, my head was somewhere else.Actually, it's been like that for weeks.I made a turn with my wine glass while unsuccessfully looking for something new in it. Opposite me, Alpha Damon from Silver Vale was talking about something regarding trade routes. I nodded at appropriate junctures, kept my mouth shut, and let him think I was paying attention.Then the music changed into slow drum beats accompanied by flutes. "Everybody, we welcome the newest dancer of the court!"Hearty applause. I leaned back, really not interested, until the lights went down and she was out.And then it imme