Chapter 166

Author's POV The call from Marcia Cross sent a chill down Mona's spine. "Mona, dear, are you free tomorrow?" Marcia's voice purred from the speaker, like honey concealing poison. Mona's heart leaped, her inner wolf instantly alert. "What is this about?" "Tomorrow, my husband and I have arranged for our private doctor to come over. Just a simple blood test to confirm paternity." Marcia's voice carried barely suppressed excitement. "You're not worried, are you? Once we confirm that the pup you're carrying is Ethan's, you will officially become a part of the Sterling family and the North Creek Pack." Panic surged through Mona's entire body, her inner wolf whimpering anxiously. The secret she had so carefully guarded was about to be exposed. "Tomorrow? But I've already made plans to go shopping with friends." "That's perfectly fine," Marcia replied calmly. "Just let me know when you're available. Our doctor can accommodate your schedule anytime." "Of course..." Mona responded weakly, her m