Lycan king's substitute breeder novel Chapter 18

Oregon

I licked my lower lip. "Just rest. We will talk later," I said and walked away, leaving her to dwell in her thoughts and curiosity.

I mind linked with Stephen. He appeared before me instantly.

"What really happened?" he asked as we walked together. "How did she get pregnant?"

I sighed and ignored him. That was when we saw the doctor and his medical staff walking towards us. When they reached us, they bowed in greeting.

"Alpha Oregon… Beta Stephen, are you leaving already?" the doctor asked. I nodded.

"Yes, we are. Can you ensure that our patient is well attended to?" I requested.

"Sure" The doctor bowed.

I nodded and walked away with Stephen by my side.

"Can't you tell me what's going on?" He asked.

"I would rather not talk about it now, please" I said and left.

***

I sat in my office, muttering to myself. "Does that mean Vivian is carrying my child?"

"This has to be a joke, right?" I whispered.

I was angry at myself for losing control and doing something so stupid. I groaned and slouched in my chair.

There was a soft knock on the door. "Who is it?" I asked, not in the mood to see anyone.

"It's me, your mother," a voice said from behind the door. I sighed.

"Come in," I said, and the door creaked open, revealing my mother, wearing a forced smile.

"Hello, Oregon," she said, her voice sweet and innocent.

"Yes, Mother?" I replied, nonchalantly.

"So... I heard you went to the hospital where Vivian was admitted. Is she okay?" she asked, feigning concern.

I smirked. "You're not actually concerned, are you?"

She laughed, nervous and uncomfortable. "What do you mean? I'm only asking because I care."

"You seem to think I'm gloating, but I'm not," she said, though the warmth in her voice was still false. "I'm genuinely glad to hear she's doing better."

I raised an eyebrow. "Are you?" I said, skeptical. "I don't think you've ever liked Vivian."

She huffed and crossed her arms. "I never said that. I've just... had concerns about her. I care about you, and I want what's best for you."

"But I think I should leave now. I have other duties to attend to." She further mentioned as she walked to the door.

"That's good. I had meant to send you out in the first place. I want to take a nap now." I said.

"Sure" She said and walked away.

I placed my head on the desk and found my eyes closing till everywhere was pitch black. I dozed off!

***

Laura was lost in deep thought as she walked back to her room. She ignored everyone who showed respect by greeting her because she was preoccupied.