#Chapter 75: Unmasking the Darkness

Beryl: I had gone in search of Nicholas, wanting to finally put to rest whatever it was that had come between us. The baby was going to be here soon, and I didn’t want whatever this was to dampen the happiness of our impending child. As I had wandered the grounds looking for him, I had run into one of the dissenting pack members who had lingered after another discussion with Armand and Solomon. He looked at me, with a smirk and asked if I was alright. “Yes, I’m fine thank you. Just looking for my mate.” I smiled politely, not showing my distrust in him. He nodded and replied, “I saw him just a moment ago, he in the garden. He might be a bit busy though.” He chuckled a bit, which confused me, but I thanked him and went on my way. As I walked towards the garden, I began to feel uneasy. What had he meant, he might be busy? What could Nicholas possibly be doing in the garden that had him busy? I pushed through the door to the terrace that lead out to the garden, still pondering