Bella's POV
Derek's confusion was written all over his face. "What?"
I pressed my palms against my face, desperately trying to steady my fraying nerves. Today felt like I had woken up ready for war.
"Look, Derek, I refuse to do anything that might destroy what I have with my husband. I love him," I said, the words tumbling out faster than I intended. Even though I felt compelled to clarify, the explanation wasn't really necessary.
He should understand that having feelings for someone who then betrays you that brutally kills whatever affection once existed.
"You could repeat that phrase a million times, and it still wouldn't erase the truth. He's not their biological father. We are. I am," Derek stated with unwavering conviction. "And Bella, have you considered what happens now that your wolf has awakened? The human world won't welcome you back."
The moment those words left Derek's mouth, every muscle in my body went rigid.
