Caitlyn's POV
"What are you up to?" Jayce's voice cut through the air like a sharp blade, fixing an angry gaze on Swain, who momentarily froze but quickly composed himself.With a sycophantic grin on his face, Swain replied, "Oh, nothing. I'm just assisting you in teaching this shameless woman a lesson. Her very existence is a disgrace to our esteemed Purple Moon Pack.""Get lost!" Jayce retorted sharply, causing Swain to glare at me indignantly before reluctantly stepping aside."Caitlyn, are you alright?" Jayce's concern showed in his gentle frown as he turned to me."Yes, I'm as fine as can be," I responded, finally breaking my silence. "Did you come here to express sympathy and comfort me? Or was it just to flaunt your new girlfriend, who, I must admit, is stunningly beautiful?"My words seemed to catch Jayce off guard, leaving him not knowing how to respond. Until then, I had always played the role of understanding and kind girlfriend, but my outburst had shattered that image."I never imagined that you, already with Jayce, would still secretly rendezvous with other men. Truly shameless." A female voice sounded.People naturally made way, and Morgana stepped forward, looking down on me with disdain."Another man? I have no idea what you're talking about," I interjected, Morgana's words leaving me perplexed. Suddenly, I realized something. It was hard to fathom that, for the sake of the pack's so-called glory, they would distort the truth and smear my reputation."You find it amusing, don't you?" Morgana's voice dripped with sarcasm. "When you shamelessly had a secret tryst that night. Jayce, Is that so?"Caught off guard, Jayce hesitated for a moment, glancing at Morgana, seemingly unsure of how to respond to the sudden interrogation."At that moment, as I conversed with Morgana about the potential alliance between the two packs, but I found that caitlyn was always went out to see a mysterious man, and even the man left a mark on her neck, so I...", Jayce, clenching his teeth tightly, avoided meeting my eyes while speaking. The room fell into an eerie hush once he finished.Surrounded by piercing gazes, I felt as though those eyes could pierce through my very soul. Anger coursed through me, causing my body to tremble uncontrollably. Before I could offer any retort, Leona leaped forward, her fury directed at Jayce. I managed to break free from the crowd, covering my neck, leaving behind a furious Leona wrestling with Morgana, the scene descending into chaos. Struggling for breath, memories of the past five years overwhelmed me, each resurfacing stronger than the last, suffocating me.I craved escape from this torment! I went home and acted like nothing had happened.When I returned, my father was sitting in the living room, and his expression turned slightly surprised upon seeing me. I noticed his mouth trying to open, but he hesitated and eventually just nodded gently.As he walked up the stairs, I noticed my father's back, which appeared inexplicably melancholic. Time passed, and it became evident that Morgana and Jayce had become mates. Over those three months, I struggled to free myself from that pain.Even if I never get the chance to become the future Luna of the Purple Moon Pack and lost everything, my fervent desire remains to be the best version of myself. Lately, however, an inexplicable weariness has settled upon me. Even during outings with Luna for shopping, my favorite black truffle pan-fried veal chop fails to stir any appetite, leaving me with a churning sensation in my stomach.One day, while standing in front of the mirror, I beheld my somewhat haggard reflection when an unexpected thought flitted across my mind. Could it be that I am pregnant? Dismissing the idea at first, I tried to maintain an appearance of normalcy, but the seed of doubt had taken root and swiftly grew into a towering tree of concern.Later, Leona, with her keen perception, noticed my pallid countenance and inquired about my well-being. I brushed it off, attributing my condition to a lack of rest the previous night, and sought solitude to collect my thoughts. Back at home, I sat on the toilet, staring at the glaring two bars on the pregnancy test, and felt my world shatter into pieces. My heart pounded, and I clung to the armrest for support. "This... This can't be real!" I muttered, unable to come to terms with the truth that confronted me, feeling as if the very sky was spinning around me.Just then, my father's voice echoed from outside the door, jolting me back to reality. Panic surged through me as I contemplated how to break the news to him – that his grandchild was the result of a one-night stand. The fear of his rejection and the possibility of being cast out overwhelmed me. Struggling to compose myself, I replied, "Oh, I'm fine," my hand pressed to my mouth to mask any telltale signs of distress. Hastily, I discarded the pregnancy test in the trash and made my way out of the bathroom, attempting to conceal the turmoil within me."Leona, there's something I must discuss with you," I said as I slipped into the car, pausing briefly before dialing her number. My heart was heavy with apprehension, unsure of how to broach the topic with my father. Yet, being fellow werewolves, I hoped Leona could better comprehend his emotions."Are you going to tell me that you're leaving here?" My tone must have been quite unfamiliar to her, as she seemed startled and even trembled a bit. Nevertheless, her presence at the other end reassured me."I'm pregnant," I confessed, feeling a tremendous weight lifted off my shoulders. I knew my nerves were still unsettled, but I trusted Leona to help me through the rest."What?!" The phone emitted a dull thud, indicating Leona's surprise as she dropped it momentarily. Then, an incredulous outcry followed, loaded with questions that poured out like discarded waste. "You've got to be kidding me, right? That's not funny. If your father knew, he'd kill you.""Take it easy. Let's meet at the hospital," I suggested, deciding it was best to have another checkup to avoid any misunderstandings.Though I had imagined Leona's response, her actual reaction exceeded my expectations. She appeared anxious, with a couple of curling irons still hanging from her hair when I met her in the hospital corridor. Her eyes held a peculiar look, as if I were an alien landing on Earth for the first time. Yet, she held my hand firmly, offering support in her own unique way."What in the world is happening?!" Leona exclaimed, her inquisitive eyes fixed on me."Do you recall the last time I was out of contact?" I hesitated to face her gaze."Yes, you mentioned you got drunk and then your phone died, but what happened next...?" she trailed off, waiting for my response."That's when I had an encounter with a stranger," I interjected, lowering my head in shame."A stranger? A human?" Leona's astonishment was evident as she abruptly stood up from her stool.My mind wandered to that audacious man, causing me to shake my head in disbelief. "No, he wasn't human.""But how did it happen? I mean it sounds not like something you'll do..." Leona asked with confusion.I didn't know how to explain it. In fact, it just happened, like a magical."I don't know. I was just uncontrollably attracted to him, and when it happened, I found myself unable to say no to him.""It sounds like what usually happens between the fated mates among werewolves.""What? But I'm just a human!" I was stunned."Half-human actually!" Leona said, "don't forget you also have werewolf blood."Leona's disbelief subsided as she sighed, accepting the truth. Just then, a sharp voice cut through the air from behind her."Such a coincidence, bumping into you here. I suggest you give up on this futile hope of becoming the pack's Luna again and stop spreading fake news about being pregnant. It's utterly ridiculous."I turned to see Morgana and Jayce stepping out of the section. Morgana stood with her arms crossed, emanating an air of authority, clearly having overheard Leona's words. Jayce, on the other hand, glanced at me briefly before looking away."Enough! My pregnancy has nothing to do with you both, and I never cared much about being Luna. I just didn't realize someone else would value what I discarded as if it were a precious treasure," I retorted, no longer waiting for Leona to defend me.Jayce's expression darkened at my words, and he instinctively glanced at my stomach. "Whose child is it, then?" His deep voice carried a hint of hostility, not aimed at me, but at the unnamed man who had impregnated me."That's none of your concern," I replied, turning my face away with a hint of disdain. My response caught Jayce off guard, and he glared at me menacingly before raising his hand towards my neck, threateningly. Fear rushed through me as I realized my vulnerability as a mere human. I closed my eyes tightly, bracing for the worst.Suddenly, a dull thud echoed through the corridor, and as I opened my eyes, Jayce, who was standing in front of me moments ago, was sent flying back like a kite. Everyone around us gaped in astonishment at the scene unfolding at the end of the hallway.A man now stood at the center, bathed in the rays of the setting sun, his identity obscured from my view.Caitlyn's POV Jayce leaned wearily against the wall, one hand clutching his chest as he struggled to catch his breath. "Jayce! Do you know what you're doing?" My father, Pantheon, snapped in a chilling and stentorian voice. "You should ask your daughter what she did!" "I never had sex with Caitlyn, but she cheated on me, and now she's pregnant with someone else's child! She tricked you all!" Jayce looked at me and yelled and tried to prove his innocence. I turned my head around to face my father who now stood upright before me. Age had etched its marks on his face, but in that moment, his eyes blazed with anger and determination. "Father!" I called out, realizing that the man standing there was none other than my own father, Pantheon. He must have discovered the pregnancy test I had discarded in the trash. "Pantheon, you disappoint me. I shall report today's events truthfully to the Alpha. Those who engage with outsiders will be banished from the pack," Jayce declared s
Caitlyn's POVAfter my father had spoken to me, I spent the following week engulfed in fear, dreading the possibility of the Alpha and his soldiers from the pack coming after us. But true to my father's words, everything remained remarkably calm.Time passed, and soon it was the day of Morgana and Jayce's mating ceremony.The mating ceremony was scheduled to take place in the evening, with the customary vows exchanged in front of the moon god.The members of the pack were all elegantly attired, and various glowing pack totems encircled the venue, while a mesmerizing bonfire flickered at the center, casting a mysterious and solemn glow on the faces of the attendees.Leona and I were the sole exceptions at this joyous celebration; we sat in a corner, observing the proceedings with a cold detachment. "Hmph, to be honest, she can't hold a candle to you. If you were wearing that dress, you'd be a hundred... No, ten thousand times more beautiful than her!""Stop it. Luckily, I saw Jayce's
Caitlyn's POVUpon hearing that familiar voice, I couldn't fathom the situation, yet my entire body inexplicably relaxed, only to tense up again with each gesture of his hand.I had been coerced by this person!"You... What is it you want?"Seizing the momentary relaxation of his grip, I implored impatiently. After all, we were still within the territory of the Purple Moon Pack, and with such a significant incident having occurred, the security would be tighter than usual."What was that you said?"His deep, velvety voice permeated my ear, and I could even sense his breath, rough and warm.Just then, hurried footsteps approached from the side; evidently, the soldiers from earlier were scouring the area.A glimmer of hope flickered inside me. All I needed to do was make a sound to attract their attention.Yet, his hand gently clasped my neck, even in the darkness, revealing his pale wrist. His touch was delicate, akin to a woman's hand, but I had no doubt he could end my life in an ins
Caitlyn's POVI picked up the card, my heart leaping with surprise at the sight of Talon's phone number inscribed on it. His earlier meanness had left me wondering if he was just playing a cruel joke on me."What a lunatic," I murmured, shaking my head, eager to erase the unpleasant memory from my mind.I composed myself, straightening my clothes and taking a deep breath before deciding to head back home. However, as I started to move, a sudden loud noise up ahead caught my attention. A group of people hurriedly rushed towards me."Caitlyn! Are you okay?" My father led the group, rushing towards me with concern written all over his face. Behind him stood several senior family members, donned in armor and brandishing weapons, ready to take on any potential threat."I heard an assassin escape in this direction. Did it harm you?" my father inquired with worry evident in his voice."No, I was just walking here when I saw a dark shadow fleeing in that direction," I replied, feeling a bit u
Caitlyn's POVAs I lay on my spacious bed at home, Talon's unruly face kept recurring in my mind, and I knew that everything had changed.I touched my stomach, feeling a sense of joy for this little life growing inside me. However, I knew it wouldn't be an easy journey. Loving a werewolf was already forbidden in society, let alone being with a powerful rogue who had even killed pack leaders.The thought was like a lump in my throat, making it hard to breathe.I took out the card and held it above my head, contemplating for a long while before finally setting the phone down.The turbulent night passed without incident, but everyone understood it was merely the calm before the storm.The next morning, Leona arrived at my house in a frenzy before I even woke up."Caitlyn, are you alright? I heard that you had a close encounter with that assassin last night. He didn't harm you, did he? Ugh, it's all my fault; if I hadn't been so greedy for that little while and had gone home with you earl
Caitlyn's POV"What?"My heart skipped a beat as I was taken aback, wondering if I might be imagining things."Hey, Wildcat, I must say I appreciate your courage in sharing this news with me. You see, I've been yearning to have a child of my own, and what I'm about to do is quite risky, Caitlyn. However, I'm genuinely happy about it, and I'd love to see you tonight."Talon's voice trembled slightly, and his words seemed a bit disjointed, not at all what I had anticipated.I had expected him to mock me mercilessly, maybe even call me names, and then hang up abruptly. Yet, instead, he was telling me that he wanted to take responsibility.It was almost too incredible to believe, like something out of a dream. I pinched Leona hard on her back, and she let out a cry of pain.Thank goodness, it wasn't a dream."Hey, Caitlyn, this is all so crazy. Not that I want to be a wet blanket, but how are you going to break the news to your father that the baby in your belly is Talon's?"Leona looked
Caitlyn's POV "Are you Caitlyn's father?" Talon stood upright and faced my father, his back turned to me. For some inexplicable reason, I could discern that there was considerably less hostility in him. "I never really thought it was you." My father gradually approached Talon, though his concerned eyes remained fixed on me. "I'm taking Caitlyn away today, and now that she's carrying my child, you should understand the implications of her remaining here." Talon took a couple of steps back, gently gripping my hand, his eyes immediately shifting to a cold amber hue. I attempted to resist slightly, but it proved futile, leaving me no choice but to gaze at my father in despair. "There's no way you're taking Caitlyn away from me, I swear." My father asserted dominantly, then slowly positioned himself as if ready to attack. "Huh." A cold snort escaped Talon's mouth; it seemed like it had been a while since he had encountered resistance from someone else. "Let go of her!" My
Caitlyn's POVAfter Talon left, he was constantly on my mind. Even when I went shopping with Leona, it always felt like there were eyes peering at me from the shadows."Caitlyn, how did it go? Talon wasn't as bad as you thought, was he?" Leona's face beamed, and her tone carried a hint of braggadocio."Well, it was okay. He mentioned he could get me out of here," I responded to Leona somewhat perfunctorily, my attention occasionally flickering to the dark corners around me."Cool! That sounds like something he would do. So manly, no less." I expected Leona to feel a bit sad upon hearing my response, but I didn't realize that she seemed indifferent to the news of my potential departure, which left me feeling a bit lost."And then what happened?" Leona walked to the front of a jewelry store, then turned her head to look at me with curiosity."Then my father got into a fight with him..." I muttered in a low voice."Oh my god! Your father?!" Leona exclaimed incredulously, her outburst dra