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“I thought you said you forgave me?” Those were his words the last time we met after the fight.

“Yes, but I need time,” I had replied. “You don’t expect me to just believe you when you said the child she carries is not yours. I need time, Scott.” I didn’t look him in the eyes because I didn’t want to fall for his charm.

“How much time,” he’s asked.

“As much time as possible.”

“I will be away the .” I looked up at him. He shrugged. “I can’t bear living under the same roof with you and not being able to come close to you, Emma. I can’t.”

I nodded and looked away. “And our son?”

“He would be fine. He is an Alpha.” the words nudged at my heart. Tears pulled in my eyes which I forced myself to keep in. I had to do this for me. “Thank you.”

“For what?” He queried.

“For allowing your sister and Liam to be together.”

“I did it for you.”

“I know,” I nearly went to him then. “Which is why I am grateful . They’re meant to be.”

Those were our last words. And since then, all I want now is to be