#Chapter 139: Family Friction

Jennifer’s gaze was sympathetic. “I know we dropped a lot on without much warning. Although I think Mother had this discussion with Charles earlier this week.” “They did,” I said. “And Charles warned me she might bring up stuff like this. But this was just a shock to the system.” “You’re okay with all of it, right?” “W-well,” I stammered. “I don’t know.” “You do want to marry my brother. Don’t you?” “Of course,” I said with no hesitation at all. “And you intend on having his children, right?” I bit my lip. She tipped her head back in understanding. “So that’s where the hang-up is. You do know that he’s an alpha and if you intend on being his wife, you will eventually have to give him children?” “That’s just it,” I said. “Eventually.” “You’re in your late 20s. And Charles is the same age. How much more time can you afford to take? Even if the alpha thing wasn’t a factor.” I crossed my arms, resentful. “I can take as much time as I want.” “No, you can’t,” she said. “We’d all