Mated by Contract to the Alpha Chapter 130

Rebecca's POV

Marianne looked momentarily surprised before regaining her composure. "I didn't say that. But I must admit, Elizabeth was trained from childhood to be Luna. She understands every ritual, every tradition, every responsibility. For her, these things are second nature."

"Well, it's unfortunate she isn't Dominic's mate," I replied, my voice steadier than I expected. "I will learn everything I need to know."

Marianne's expression grew serious. "Mate... that's quite a claim, Rebecca. Some question the authenticity of such bonds, especially when one party is human."

I felt a stab of pain at her words. "The doctors have confirmed our mate bond is genuine. Our son will be the next generation's Alpha."

"Your condition appears stable now," she said coolly, her gaze sweeping over my abdomen, "but who knows how long this hybrid state will last? Perhaps the mate bond was only forced due to the pregnancy. Once the child is born..."

"Marianne," I cut her off, my voice beginning to tremble, "I understand your concern for your son and family. But my relationship with Dominic isn't temporary, and our mate bond wasn't forced."

She sighed as if exercising patience with a stubborn child. "Dear, you come from an ordinary human family. Your parents can't even attend your wedding because they can't comprehend our world. How can you expect to understand true power and responsibility?"

My heart rate accelerated, anger building in my chest. "My relationship with my parents has nothing to do with this."

"On the contrary," her voice grew sharper, "as Luna, every relationship you have concerns the pack. Your weaknesses are the pack's weaknesses. Your wrong decisions could lead to disaster for the entire clan."

I stood up, no longer hiding my anger. "I won't allow anyone, including you, to question my commitment to Dominic and our child."

Marianne rose as well, her posture suddenly more imposing, emanating a powerful aura I'd never witnessed before. "For the future stability of the Silver Shadow Moon Pack, Rebecca, you should seriously consider completing the rejection ritual and leaving Dominic and the unborn child."

My world seemed to stop spinning. I felt an unprecedented rage surge through me, my temples throbbing violently.

"You... you dare," my voice shook, yet carried a power I'd never heard before. "You dare suggest I abandon my child and mate?"

Marianne didn't back down, her eyes flashing dangerously. "I'm only thinking of the family. You can't imagine the consequences if you lose control."

I stepped forward, looking directly into her eyes. "Listen carefully, Marianne. I'm warning you—don't interfere with my family again. If you try to separate us, I promise you will never be allowed near my child."

Marianne's face paled, but before she could respond, I had already turned and left the dining room, nearly colliding with the doorframe. My heart pounded like a drum, my breathing rapid, a fury I'd never experienced burning inside me.

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I burst through the mansion's front doors, heading straight for the private garden, hoping fresh air would help me calm down. But my anger didn't diminish; it intensified with each heartbeat. My temples pulsed violently, and my vision began to blur.

Leaning against an ancient oak tree, I felt my legs weaken. How dare she? How dare she suggest I abandon my child? Abandon Dominic? Leave this place I'd begun to call home?

Suddenly, a sharp pain spread from my spine throughout my body. I looked down at my hands in horror, watching as my nails began to sharpen into points. A primal energy flowed through me.

"Ms. Brown!"

I looked up to see Emily running toward me, her expression alert and concerned.

"How are you feeling? I received your call." Emily quickly scanned our surroundings, protectively positioning herself beside me.

"Call?" I asked, confused, my voice hoarse. "I didn't call anyone."

Emily's expression turned grave. "You called me through the mind link. Your emotional waves were extremely strong; all Deltas in the vicinity could feel them."

I stared at her in shock, realizing I'd unknowingly used an ability I didn't even know I possessed. I closed my eyes, concentrating, trying to contact Dominic.

"Dominic, I need to see Dr. Winters. Something's wrong with me."

Almost instantly, I felt his response, filled with concern and urgency.

"What happened? I'm coming right now."

"No, go to the medical center first. I'll have Emily take me there."

I opened my eyes to find Emily looking even more vigilant. "Your eyes..."

"I know," I gasped, feeling the energy within becoming increasingly difficult to control. "Take me to Silvercrest Medical Center. Now."

Emily moved immediately, supporting me as we walked to the black Bentley parked in the front courtyard. Throughout the journey, I struggled to control my breathing, but rage and fear intertwined, causing my body to tremble continuously. I stared at my hands, my nails completely transformed into sharp claws.

"What happened?" Emily asked from the driver's seat, her eyes fixed on me through the rearview mirror.

"Marianne," I said through gritted teeth, "she suggested I leave Dominic and abandon my child."

Emily's hands tightened on the steering wheel, disbelief flashing in her eyes. "She can't do that. It violates the most fundamental pack laws."

"She did it anyway," I felt a new wave of anger surge through me, my claws digging into the leather seat. "She said I'm not worthy..."

A bestial growl erupted from deep in my throat, startling even myself. Emily increased her speed, and we reached the medical center within ten minutes.

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I stumbled into Silvercrest Medical Center, heading straight for Dr. Winters' private office. Several nurses, seeing my condition, immediately cleared the way. My heartbeat had reached an abnormal rate; the numbers on the monitor made the nurses exchange terrified glances.

Dr. Winters rushed out of her office, immediately grasping the severity of the situation. "Get her to the special treatment room, now!"

I was guided to an all-white room with what looked like a high-tech treatment chair in the center. Dr. Winters quickly checked my vital signs, her brow furrowed.

"Rebecca, listen to me," her voice was calm but firm. "You're experiencing a partial transformation. This is dangerous for both you and the fetus. I need to inject you with a specialized sedative to stabilize your condition."

I nodded, no longer able to think clearly. I could feel the wildness within growing stronger, as if something was trying to claw its way out.

"I can... I can communicate with Dominic and Emily through the mind link," I said haltingly, my voice no longer sounding human. "Is that normal?"

A flash of surprise crossed Dr. Winters' eyes, but she quickly regained her professional demeanor. "It indicates your transformation is accelerating. The sedative will help you control the process."

I watched her prepare the injection, feeling a wave of fear. "Will the baby be okay?"

"Yes," she said firmly. "This medication is specifically designed for situations like yours and is safe for the fetus."

As the cool liquid entered my veins, I felt a strange calmness wash over me. My anger began to recede, and my body gradually relaxed. The last thing I was aware of was Dr. Winters leaning over to examine my eyes, murmuring: "Incredible... her wolf is Alpha level..."

Then darkness enveloped me.