The Alpha's Hidden Heir
"Your scent, once he really paid attention, carries markers unique to that bloodline. He's been researching quietly, trying to understand how you survived, who hid you."
"And Marty?"
"We think he suspects. That's why he's been so..." She gestured vaguely. "Intense. The Moonblood line wasn't just powerful. They were kingmakers. Whoever mates with the last heir would have a claim to unite multiple packs under one rule."
The pregnancy. The baby growing inside me. Not just Marty's child, but the continuation of a bloodline someone had tried to erase. No wonder Marcus had gone pale when I'd told him.
Jake moved from the couch, sat beside me on the floor. Not touching, just present. "We'll protect