Judith
"You're pregnant, honey."
For a moment, I just stood there, staring blankly at the store attendant holding that tiny white stick like it was a death sentence.
"Wh-what?" My voice cracked.
She gave a sympathetic smile and turned the pregnancy strip around for me to see. Two bold pink lines glared back at me, so bright and clear.
"Congratulations," The attendant said,pushing the strip into my hand. I had been too afraid to check the results after I peed on the stick and had begged her to check for me instead.
"No, no, that can't be right," I whispered. "Can I… can I take another one? Maybe it's wrong-"
"You can," the woman said gently, "but sweetheart, that's a clear positive."
Pregnant.
I was pregnant with Declan Montgomery 's baby. My wolf let out a low, satisfied hum inside me.
He claimed us, she whispered, purring.
A nervous smile glazed my face. "I'm so screwed."
Screwed didn't even begin to cover it. Declan and I had spent the past few weeks going at it like horn dogs. Every time I swore it was the last time, he would look at me that way, with those molten eyes and that hungry look in his eyes and I would get flushed all over, all hot and wet for him. Just yesterday in the attic at the Montgomery's home, he had gone down on me, eating my pussy out until I was slack and drenched with pleasure.
You taste so fucking delicious, Judith.
I shuddered at the memory of his words and tucked the test into my bag before Sabrina or Leila could find me. We were all supposed to be shopping for the banquet tomorrow when my Dad and Leila's Dad arrived. I snuck off to the pharmacy to take the test.
When I stepped out, the two of them were exactly where I expected, sitting by the food court, arguing over whether the blue dress or the red one would look hotter.
Leila's laughter made my chest clench hard with guilt. She was bound to find out I was sleeping with her brother soon! I was pregnant for goodness sake, there was no way I could hide it forever.
"Judy!" she waved when she saw me.
"Finally! What took you so long?"
"Bathroom," I lied and Sabrina wiggled her brows at me when I sat beside her. The Gamma's daughter never missed a thing. I had to tell Leila soon, she was my best friend for goodness sake.
"Bathroom, huh? Was Declan in the bathroom too?" She whispered.
Heat rushed to my cheeks. "Sabrina!" I gritted through my teeth shooting a wary glance at Leila who was rambling about dresses.
"Maybe it's not about if it's blue or red, what if I go with pink?!"
"Uh huh," Sabrina nodded to Leila then whispered again. "You might want to fix your face, You look guilty as hell."
Sabrina was the only one who knew. I had told her because she had caught me sneaking out of Declan 's car one night. She had sworn she wouldn't tell Leila , but lately, the guilt had become unbearable. Leila deserved the truth. She deserved to hear it from me. What sort of best friend was I if I couldn't tell her I was fucking her brother?
What sort of best friend goes after her best friend's brother?
"I should tell her, Sabrina . I can't keep lying to her."
Sabrina sighed. "And I told you, wait for the right time. The Alpha and Beta are back from their trip tomorrow, the banquet's coming up, and Leila 's stressed. Don't ruin her day."
Ruin her day. Goddess, was that what my love was? Some kind of disaster waiting to happen?
Leila waved at us to get moving, oblivious of what was going on. "If you two are done gossiping, I changed my mind, I want a pink dress,"
"Leila," Sabrina and I groaned.
"I'll buy you two dresses too," She offered, batting her lashes adorably.
"My feet are killing me, not even dresses can fix that," Sabrina groaned.
My phone buzzed with a text from Declan.
Come outside.
My heartbeat raced fast as I hurriedly typed a response quickly, I'm with Leila and Sabrina.
He replied almost instantly.
I didn't ask, Judith. Come here.
My wolf's pulse quickened under my skin. I could almost smell him. He was close and as huge as the mall was, I somehow knew where he was. Over the past few weeks, there had been that pull between us. He had to have felt it too.
How else would he know where we were?
That was true, I hadn't told him I was at the mall.
"I'll catch up," I said quickly, already backing away.
"Bathroom again?" Leila asked, her eyes softening with worry. "Are you alright, Judith ? Do you need to go home?"
Tell her, tell her you're going to meet her brother-
"Oh she's fine, let's go, she'll meet us at the store, right Judith?" Sabrina said, tugging Leila forward. I just managed a weak nod and rushed out of the mall.
Declan leaned against his black SUV in one of the parking spots, with his leather jacket unzipped, tattoos peeking from the collar of his shirt. His dark hair was a mess, and my fingers itched to grab at them and feel those thick strands between my fingers.
We're carrying his baby.
Why did that get me all hot and flushed for him? I tried to even my breathing but his eyes fell on me and slowly shifted into gold.
He pushed off the car, closing the distance between us. "I can smell your arousal Judith ," he rasped, licking his fangs. "I haven't even touched you yet,"
"Sorry," I blushed, gasping when he tugged me towards the car. "Declan, we're in public. Why are you here?"
"I couldn't stay away." He reached out, brushing his knuckles along my jaw. His touch sent sparks racing down my spine. My wolf pressed forward, desperate for him.
His thumb stroked my bottom lip, tugging at it before he slipped it past them. I shuddered at the taste of his skin that filled my mouth while I sucked on his thumb. His eyes burned as he watched me, chest heaving, pushing against his shirt. He pulled out his thumb and I let out a soft sigh.
Before I could think, his mouth crashed against mine, wild, possessive and desperate. His hand slid into my hair, gripping it hard enough to make me gasp. My fingers fisted his jacket, pulling him closer. I moaned against his mouth when his large hands moved along my body, cupping my breasts through my dress. I hadn't worn a bra and he gave a very pleased growl. Somewhere in the back of my head, there was the warning that I was in public and Leila could step out anytime soon.
"We should… oh," I gasped when his thumb brushed over my stiff nipples and he began tugging at my dress trying to get it out of the way.
"Judith?"
Sabrina 's voice hit us like cold water. We jerked apart, breathless. She stood a few feet away, her jaw hanging open.
"Sabrina, hi," I said breathlessly, fear quickly creeping in. "Where's Leila ?"
As if on cue Leila showed up with several bags hanging off her arms. "Sabrina, would it kill you to help me-Declan !" she squealed, racing toward her brother. I turned aside quickly, trying to adjust my clothes and slap the color out of my cheeks. Oh goddess, how much more stupid could I be?
Sabrina quickly came to my side while the siblings talked, her eyes wide. "That's how he looks when he kisses you? Girl, how did you not pass out?! Oh that was hot!"
I blushed, shaking my head rapidly. I shouldn't have gotten lost in that kiss, I had even forgotten I wanted to tell him I was pregnant.
I watched him speak with Leila and the sight made my chest ache. Tomorrow, I promised myself. I would tell her tomorrow.
Two black SUVs suddenly rolled up beside the mall and pack guards all in black suits stepped out, stalking towards us.
"Alpha Declan. Miss Leila ," one of them said, "You both need to come with us. Now."
Leila frowned. "What? Why?"
Declan 's jaw tightened. "What happened?"
The guard hesitated, then said quietly, "Y-You need to come home, sir."
Something in his tone made the air feel even colder. I just knew deep in my bones that something had happened.
Sabrina and I exchanged confused looks as they climbed into one of the cars and sped off, taillights vanishing into the distance.
"What was that about?" Sabrina whispered.
I shook my head. "I don't know. But it didn't feel good."
When I got home, I tried calling Dad. I missed him already. He would be shocked to the bones though if he found out I was pregnant, but I was sure when I told Declan , we would mark each other as mates and get married. We wanted each other, I-I loved him and with the attention and affection he had showered me the past two months, I was daring to believe that he loved me too. Dad would understand.
The call went to voicemail but I got a text from him a few minutes later.
Can't talk now, sweetheart. I'll call you later.
I smiled faintly and texted back.
Okay. Love you.
He didn't reply. I sank onto the couch, rubbing my belly absently. Dad was all I had left. Since Mom died, he had spoiled me silly. He called me his little Luna and always said I was too good for any man.
"Sorry Daddy," I mumbled.
"Judith ?" Ruth, our elderly maid, poked her head in. "You're back. You should eat something, dear."
"Thanks Ruth," I murmured, giving her a wane smile. "Have you eaten as well-"
A loud alarm resounded through the pack and my stomach dropped. Every wolf in the pack knew that sound. The mourning call.
Ruth gasped, clutching her apron. "Goddess have mercy…"
Sabrina 's Dad, Gamma Blake announced through the pack speakers."It is with deepest sadness and pain in our heart, that I announce that Alpha Simon Montgomery … is dead."
I clamped a hand over my mouth in shock. The Alpha was dead? That was why those guards had come for Leila and Declan.
Oh no, Declan ! He would be devastated. Everyone knew how close he was to his dad. I jumped off the couch and raced out of the house making my way to the Montgomery s home. There were so many guards and pack officials but Declan wasn't there.
A roar filled the air suddenly, so raw and so powerful it shook the ground under my feet. It came from the woods nearby.
Declan.
My wolf whimpered, tugging me forward. There was that pull again. I followed my instincts and headed for the woods until I found him. His wolf was massive. Black and silver fur moving through the trees in a blur as he tore through them..
"Declan!" I called, tears stinging my eyes.
He whipped his head to face me and quickly he shifted. The pain in those golden eyes cut deep into me.
"He's gone," he rasped. "He's gone, Judith ."
I ran to him, not caring about anything else. I wrapped my arms around him.
"I'm sorry, love." I whispered. "I'm so sorry,"
He clutched me, wrapping his arms around me tightly.
"Let's get you home and-"
"No," He growled, holding me tighter. "Don't leave me too,"
"I'm not leaving, I just-"
"Say it," He demanded, pulling away to cup my jaw. "Say it Judith . You won't fucking leave me. I don't care if I have to wrestle death itself, you won't leave me either."
Tears burned the corner of my eyes. "I won't leave you. I won't ever leave you, Declan ."
Declan let out a low growl, his eyes flashing with hunger. He roughly yanked me towards him, crushing my body against his and he kissed me. I could feel the heat emanating from his body and it was intoxicating.
His hands roamed over my body, tracing every curve and dip. I gasped when he tugged at my dress and it pooled around my legs to the floor.
I gasped when he suddenly lifted me, making me wrap my legs around his waist.
"You can't leave," He growled against my ear, grabbing my ass. I moaned as his fingers dug into my skin while his cock lined against my pussy. "You promised, Judith . You can't fucking leave me!"
"I won't, I don't want to, Declan ." I cried as he flexed his hips and thrust deep into me. My nails dug into his shoulders as I arched my back, welcoming him deeper. He began to move, his hips undulating against mine, thrusting against my walls and creating a sensation that was both exhilarating and terrifying.
Declan 's hips pumped harder, driving his cock deeper into my pussy. His breathing grew ragged as he gripped my hips tighter, holding me still for his thrusts. His teeth grazed my earlobe, sending shivers of pleasure down my spine.
"Mine," he growled. His tongue circled my earlobe, nipping at it gently before soothing it with gentle licks. I held onto him for dear life as he fucked me hard and fast.
"Declan , oh goddess, Declan , I'm cumming,"
"Cum!" He roared, burying his face in my neck. A sharp pain pricked my skin just as my orgasm slammed into me and I blacked out with one thought echoing in my mind. If the Alpha was dead, where was my father?