Chapter 73

Evelyn's POV Since returning from Europe, Lucius has treated me with nothing but cold indifference. Despite helping me escape that nightmare with my so-called fated mate, he's maintained an unmistakable distance between us. I've made considerable efforts to bridge this gap - successfully causing a rift between him and that human woman, Claire. I'd reminded her of my history with Lucius, of what we once meant to each other. Who does she think she is? A human presuming to stand beside a powerful Alpha like Lucius? The very thought was laughable. I tossed my phone onto the bed after another frustrating call with Lucius. His impatience was obvious, he barely spoke ten words before making an excuse to hang up. No explanation of where he was going, but I knew. He was rushing off to see her again. "Pathetic," I muttered. Claire being pregnant made things complicated. It was my first time seeing a human pregnant with a pup. But no matter what, I knew heirs meant everything to an Alpha. In just