, –, Nora: , I passed out the moment their screams of praise grew louder. When I woke up, I was in my room, confined to the bed, with a doctor tending to my wounds. I was given sedatives after the match so that they could transfer me back easily. It is not like I was going to protest or anything but I guess they were afraid of me after watching me kill that mutant monster. , “How long will it take for me to heal?” I asked the elderly man, his glasses resting on the bridge of his nose. He glanced up, peering at me over the rim of his glasses while wrinkling his nose. , “Such a strong warrior, yet you’re concerned about your health?” he remarked with a chuckle. Then he added, “Did you recently give birth?” , I hesitated for a moment before nodding. , “Hmm, you need plenty of rest. I’m also prescribing these vitamins–make sure you eat well,” he said, oblivious to the fact that I couldn’t care for myself. I was merely a tool to bring wealth and popularity to the pack. But I just gave him a small nod in response. , I’ll be on my way now. They’re celebrating your victory outside, but I suppose you won’t be attending,” he said, his words carrying a hint of mockery, though the sympathy in his eyes made me wonder if he was truly concerned for me. , “Enjoy the feast,” I offered a faint smile, and he nodded before leaving. Once he was gone, I settled back into the bed, the restraints preventing me from getting off bed. , 0.03, 346 Handcuffed , 11 298 Vouchers , The next day arrived, and they had planned a celebration for the victory. , I had no desire to be part of those festivities, except for one thing–I wanted my prize. My babies in my arms. Restless, I spent most of the day tied to the bed until Rollo arrived. , He leaned against the doorframe, watching as I rolled my eyes at him. , “May I ask why I’m suddenly in handcuffs?” I groaned, turning my head to face him. He had been quietly observing me from the doorway all this time. Creeping me out actually. , “Some pack members and council officials raised concerns that if you could kill a mutant, you might also be dangerous to those around you,” he replied softly, as if he didn’t know I would never do that because they have my babies? , “Oh! So when I win, it’s all thanks to Brody’s training, but now I’m accused of being too dangerous? Why don’t they ask why Brody trained me to be so dangerous?” I raised an eyebrow. But when he smiled and stepped closer, I sensed he wasn’t here with any ill intent. , “You’re not wrong. The hypocrisy has always been there. I really do feel sorry for you, Nora. But I started hating you because of the way you came into the Alpha’s life and stole my sister’s crush. However, after he ditched her, I realized it was never meant to be,” he explained. It finally made sense why he had been so bitter toward Janet as well. , “When can I see my babies?” I wasn’t interested in having a heart–to–heart conversation with him. My mind and heart had already given up on explaining to others how much pain and misery they had inflicted on me. , “Soon. You just need to heal first,” he replied, dragging a chair from the side and sitting down. “What’s your relationship like with the Alpha King brothers?” , 32.32% , 11:2300 , 346 Handcuffed , 208 Vouchers , Suddenly, everyone seemed to be bringing them up. Even the maids had started asking me the same question. , “We’re just friends,” I muttered. , “I thought you’d call them your family. Didn’t Lord Atwood want to adopt you legally?” he questioned, pushing his long hair back without even blinking. , “Yeah, I guess they wanted to experience having a stepsister around,” I shrugged. , “Does it hurt your feelings, what you’ve been through?” he asked, making me chuckle a bit. , “So, you agree that everything you all did to me was wrong?” My question made him break eye contact. He averted his gaze, knowing full well it had been unjust. , “To be honest, I would have eventually discovered everyone’s true nature anyway. The only time I truly suffer now is when I can’t hold my children,” I admitted sincerely. , After year of being a doormat for my stepbrothers, begging them to let me stay, I was over it all. I did everything I could to mend our relationship. Today, I could proudly say that there was nothing more I could’ve done to change the outcome of my tragic life. , “Do you know who the father of your children is?” Rollo’s next question didn’t surprise me at all. , I’d been asked that countless times now. , With a steady motion, I nodded before adding, “I assume he passed away.” , 71.25, , Search the website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.