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Chapter 129
Rachel’s POV
I’d noticed similarities between them–their height, their commanding presence, even some of their mannerisms. The thought had been nagging at me since Carter first appeared.
“I do now,” Nathan replied, a muscle twitching in his jaw.
“What does that mean?” I asked, confusion sweeping over me.
A bitter smile crossed Nathan’s face. “It means he’s my competition for you. I’m actually a bit jealous of him, but I’ll control myself…”
“He–he’s just a good friend!” I blurted out, my heart pounding wildly.
Nathan’s shoulders relaxed slightly at my words, though his eyes remained alert. “I’m glad he was there when you needed help.
The sincerity in his voice surprised me. I remembered those first terrible days on Phantom Island–alone, pregnant, and terrified. If Carter hadn’t found me…
“Were you and the baby alright?” Nathan asked softly, interrupting my thoughts. “When you first arrived?”
I nodded. “We are now. Carter and Selena helped me a lot.”
The weight of all that had happened pressed down on me. I turned toward the cottage, suddenly exhausted.
“Your moon pendant,” Nathan said, making me pause. “Did you lose it when you escaped?”
I could have lied, but something in me couldn’t do it. Not after he’d been so honest with me tonight.
“No,” I admitted, my voice barely above a whisper. “I sold it.”
Nathan’s sharp intake of breath made me wince.
“I kept it at first,” I explained hurriedly. “I wanted something to hold onto… something that reminded me of you. But later,
I realized I needed to live my own life, make my own way. Selling it helped me do that.”
To my surprise, Nathan nodded. “I understand. And I’m sorry my past treatment made you need to do that.”
Another apology from the Alpha who never apologized. My mind struggled to reconcile this Nathan v from months ago.
“I need to rest,” I said, one hand protectively cradling my belly.
he one I’d fled
“I’ll come back tomorrow,” Nathan said, his eyes never leaving mine. “If the window is open, I’ll wait for you to come out.”
“But if it’s closed…” I reminded him, my voice steady despite my racing heart.
*Then I’ll leave,” he promised solemnly. “Goodnight, Rachel.”
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I just waved, unable to return his words, and headed back inside
Why was he suddenly deciding he had time for me now? What reason did he have for changing his mind about us?
The Alpha Nathan Blackwood had apologized to me–twice. It was so unlike the hard, unbending Alpha I knew that I found ‘myself questioning everything. Maybe he really had changed. Maybe I should give him a second chance.
But what about Carter? Would he be disappointed in me if I returned to my old life? And even if Nathan claimed he didn’t want to be with Madison, that didn’t mean he could escape King Jason’s arrangements.
My baby kicked hard, as if sensing my turmoil. I rubbed my swollen belly gently, trying to calm both of us down.
“What should we do, little one?” I whispered, but no answer came except another kick.
I woke later than usual the next morning, my lower back aching The discomforts of pregnancy were becoming more pronounced with each passing day.
Selena and Scarlet were already in my cottage when I finally emerged from my bedroom, both ready to check on my health
“Good morning, Rose,” Selena greeted me. “How are you feeling today?”
“Just tired,” I replied, allowing her to check my vital signs.
We went through our morning routine, preparing for the birth that would come soon. Afterward, I headed to Carter’s house as usual to check on things. It was my job, after all.
Though I tried to focus, my mind kept wandering. I found myself constantly searching for any trace of Nathan’s scent. Why was he all I could think about? I didn’t want this, but I couldn’t help myself.
“Would you like me to prepare dinner for Mr. Wilson tonight?” Scarlet asked as I returned to my cottage that afternoon.
I blinked in surprise. I’d completely forgotten that Carter was due back today.
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