Chapter 190

Scarlett I stiffened. The words hit harder than any blade. Kathleen’s grip on me tightened as if she was afraid I would disappear if she loosened it even a little. Her shoulders shook violently, her sobs breaking apart mid-breath. “It would be better if I left… if I left, he wouldn’t have to take care of me anymore.” Her words broke between sobs. “The doctors already told me I can’t get pregnant. I can no longer conceive…” Her fingers trembled against my clothes. “Scarlett… there’s no point in staying with him. The Ironfang needs an heir. The elders have been pressuring their Alpha, and I can’t give him one.” My chest felt like it had been burned. I felt like there was a lump in my throat. I couldn't even utter words and could only listen to her. I couldn't imagine the pain she had carried, the burdens, and doubts that no one ever think she had suffered all because she was good at pretending fine. I thought it was just a regular couple fights like Lucien and I. Who would have thought t