Flawless 26

Chapter 26 

Chapter 26 

REBECCA’S POV 

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I was pacing the hospital room, chewing on my nails as I waited for the doctor to return. The lights were too bright, and the antiseptic smell clung to my nostrils making my throat burn. My stomach was tight, and my nerves were on edge. 

I must have checked my phone every few minutes, hoping that I’d get at least a text back from Drew. But nothing. Not even a single “Are you okay?” 

“Honey, please sit down. You’re making me dizzy with all that walking,” Mom said gently. 

“I’m sorry,” I mumbled, biting harder on my nail. “But why is the doctor taking so long? He said half an hour and it’s been almost an hour.” 

“I know.” She gave me a tired smile. “I’m sure he’s finishing up as we speak. Come here and sit by me.” 

I sighed, dragging my feet over to the hospital bed. I lowered myself next to her and nestled under her arm like I used to when I was a kid afraid of thunderstorms. 

“I’m scared,” I whispered. 

“I know,” she replied, wrapping her arm around me. “But you’re the strongest person I’ve ever met. You’ll be alright.” She kissed the top of my head. 

We sat in silence for a while, listening to the soft beep of the machines and the occasional muffled announcements over the intercom. 

“Becca,” she said eventually, “about our conversation the other day… you haven’t said anything to me after. I’d like to know what you think about all of what I told you.” 

“You mean about my father?” 

“Yes. 

I looked up at her, trying to find the right words. “If you’re wondering if I want to find him… then no. You are my mother and my father. I know you’re not perfect, but you’ve provided for me the best you could and I appreciate it. So whoever this Randolph Bartholomew Pureblood is… I don’t want to meet him. He left you heartbroken, and that’s all I need to know about him.” 

“Good,” Mom said, relief softening her face. “Because his family and his kind are trouble. I just can’t wait for you to start college and move away from this place too and never come back.” 

“Mom, I’ll always come back to visit you,” I promised. 

The door opened, and the doctor stepped in. Mom’s grip on my fingers tightened instantly. I sat up straighter and braced myself for the news. 

“Just give it to me straight, Doctor. How long do I have?” Mom asked. 

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“I’d say you have around six months left,” he said. 

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I immediately cried out. “NO MOM! You can’t leave me!” My body shook as the sobs burst out of me. 

“Shh…” she murmured, her own eyes getting wet with tears. “I will always be with you in spirit.” 

“Mrs. Clawbelle, Miss Moore,” the doctor cut in, his tone calm. “The Luna is not dying.” 

“What?” I blinked up at him through my tears. 

“I’m not?” Mom asked, confused as she wiped her eyes. “Then what’s wrong with me?” 

“You’re not sick, Mrs. Clawbelle. You’re pregnant. You’ll be having a little pup in about six months.” 

“I’m 

pre–pregnant?” she stammered. 

“Yes. You’re around five weeks along,” he said, glancing at me. “Maybe we could talk in private,” he added gently to my mother. “Miss Moore, can you please wait outside? You can come back in when I’m done.” 

“Alright, Dr. Spencer. I will,” I said, my voice dazed. 

I left the room, but my brain felt like it wasn’t working. Everything was spinning. My mother wasn’t dying, thank God for that. But she was pregnant. That meant she was going to have another baby. A baby that would be half related to me and Drew. 

God, all of a sudden I felt sick. 

One of the shirtless men came to assist me to sit down on the bench in the hallway. He seemed to be the leader of the group that had escorted Mom to the hospital. He had beautiful brown eyes that were calm and warm. They looked like melted chocolate in the sunlight. 

“Are you alright?” he asked me. 

I shook my head. 

He snapped his fingers at another one. “Chris, get her some water.” 

“Right away, Trent, Chris said and sped off like a blur. 

“Is the Luna okay?” the eldest looking one asked from across the hall. 

“Kurt, let her breathe first, Trent scolded softly. 

Chris came back with the water. Trent helped me to drink it with steady hands. I never thought I’d be comforted by strange, shirtless men, but here I was. I kinda felt like that one girl on that white couch surrounded by men in that porno. 

“Thank you,” I sighed, my voice fragile. 

“So… is your mom okay?” Trent asked carefully. 

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“Yes. She’s not dying,” I said with a weak laugh that turned into a sob. “She’s pregnant.” 

“Holy Moon Goddess!” the blonde one cried out. 

“Joshua, would you keep it down?” Trent hissed. 

“Sorry, boss,” Joshua gulped. 

“Lucas, why don’t you take them back to the pack house? I’ll be back later,” Trent instructed. 

“Sure thing, boss,” Lucas nodded. 

“Gamma Trent,” the bald–headed one said. 

“What is it, Andy?” 

“Can we go for a run before we go back to the house?” 

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“You heard what the Alpha said. We should stay away from the woods for now. Just go straight home–all of you. I’ll be back later and we can finish our training. Right now our Luna’s daughter needs me.” 

They all bowed slightly and headed out in a line, like trained soldiers. I couldn’t wrap my head around it. A few days ago, I was just a normal girl. A nerd, according to Drew’s people. And now… men bowed when they spoke to me. 

And why the hell would they want to go for a run in the woods knowing someone died out there the other night? 

It all felt surreal. 

Soon after, the doctor opened the door and told me I could go back into the room. I braced myself and stepped inside. 

Mom was lying there, still pale but more collected. Her eyes met mine. 

“So… you’re pregnant,” I said with a small smile, trying to lighten the mood. “How do you feel about that?” 

She hesitated before answering. 

“I didn’t want another baby,” she said quietly. 

That hit me like a slap. 

“Oh.” 

“I mean, not like this. Not now. I’m tired, Becca. I’ve done all of this already. Raised you, worked hard, sacrificed everything. I wanted to rest. I wanted to live for me now.” 

“So… what are you going to do?” 

She turned her face away. 

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“I think I’m going to get an abortion.” 

The air sucked out of my lungs. I didn’t expect her to say it out loud, even if I had suspected it. 

“Do you… are you sure?” 

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“I can’t carry a child now. I’m not young. My health has been fragile. What if I die during labor? What if I leave you both alone? And Devon… he’d be a terrible father. Look at how he treats Drew.” 

My heart twisted. Not just because of the baby, but because she sounded so hopeless, so cornered. Like all the weight in the world had dropped on her chest. 

“Mom… if this is what you want… I’ll stand by you,” I whispered, swallowing the lump in my throat. “But don’t make the choice out of fear. Make it because it’s what’s right for you.” 

She reached for my hand and held it tight. “You’ve grown so much,” she said, her voice cracking. 

And just like that, my heart broke again. 

I didn’t know what tomorrow would bring. But I knew that nothing was ever going to be the same again. 

Outside the hospital window, the sky had gone dark. Rain had begun to fall, silent and steady. 

“You should go home. The doctors are keeping me here a few days for observation.” 

“Ok. But I’ll be back tomorrow.” 

“Ok honey. And be careful, it’s pouring out there,” she said. 

“Don’t worry. One of the men who brought you here has offered to take me home. So I will leave your car on the lot and your bag with your keys are on the desk over there.” 

“Thank you. I love you so much.” 

“I love you too, Mom,” I kissed her forehead. “Try and get some sleep. I’ll text you when I reach home.” 

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