The inquiry now pertained to her subsequent course of action. She had endured a difficult existence since Luke’s rejection, expressing guilt yet unable to perceive an alternative to her current circumstances. She conveyed that she did not intend to harm anyone; rather, she was simply frantic to escape her predicament upon seeing the conflict between Nathần and Bella.
Her mate, whom she had not desired to be paired with, yet who appeared to have genuine concern for her, had devised a strategy to extricate her from their Alpha and his faction. She had merely acquiesced in the goal of evading her existence and its current state.
She was presently confined, and they sought to prevent her separation from her children. All of them were under four years old and were unaware of the situation. They cherished their mother, and it seemed she reciprocated their affection. They observed her interaction with her children, highlighting a mother’s closeness with them.
She had requested it at that initial meeting when the children were rescued and brought to her.
They all rushed to her, embraced her, and she reciprocated while weeping over her longing for them.
Acquainted them with their new sibling and maintained their presence with her throughout the duration. She appeared to be a devoted mother, based on their observations.
The issue stemmed from her life and the children. What actions were to be taken regarding her? They could, undoubtedly, incarcerate her; however, that would isolate her from both the two young children and her newborn infant.
She sensed that Luke was becoming increasingly irritated; he believed she deserved punishment for her transgressions and sought her incarceration for her actions. Whispered, even with Alpha Philip on the line, ‘I should have permitted Maddis to decapitate her’.
Bella remained silent for the majority of the phone call.
She understood the reason for his distress and his desire for the woman to be penalised. Had she already endured sufficient suffering at the hands of her Alpha and his unit, or was it all only a fabrication?
She was unaware, having observed Mia personally and noted her tone of voice. She was thought to desire the demise of Luke, her children, and to see Bella herself penalised. All that she conveyed to the council could perhaps be a mere front. Engaging in such behaviour, deceiving to obtain a reduced sentence.
“Alpha Philip, may I enquire regarding the interrogation of Mia?” She inquired.
“How?”
“Did she respond when addressed, or was she compelled by the council to disclose the truth?”
“She provided the information willingly.”
“What evidence supports the veracity of her statements?”
I am not doubting her existence within her pack or the treatment she received. Both my Gamma and I discovered that her life was exceedingly distressing. However, the result she desired. She induced me to perceive one notion, whilst Luke was informed by her companion of an entirely different matter. How can you ascertain that she is not guiding you to form an alternative perspective?”
There was a brief hush. “I believe the she-wolf is traumatised, has been brutalised, and genuinely desires to escape.” Would employ anybody or any means to extricate oneself from that predicament.
I comprehend that. What if she is conveying only what she wishes you to perceive to avoid repercussions? That Alpha she said she would assign to me. He remained above in the surface area, awaiting Luke’s arrival, rather than descending to the cells. I surmise this is due to her intention for the man to assassinate him. This indicates that she deceived Luke and misled me on her intentions with him.
“What is it that you desire, Bella?”
“You are enquiring about the desires of Luke and me, correct?” I believe one of us should visit her to observe her reaction. Alternatively, you must extract the truth from her in an authoritative manner.
She is no longer pregnant, hence it will not harm the infant. You stated that she expressed remorse. I question the validity of her tone and implications based on my observations and auditory experiences. Placing her in a room with one of us or allowing her to observe one of us would ascertain her true condition, would it not?”
“Bella, I do not wish for you to be in proximity to her,” Luke declared bluntly.
I do not either, to be candid. However, if she genuinely despises any of us, the presence of one may provoke her. Reveal her genuine nature, particularly at this moment.” Bella placed her hand on her abdomen. Although she was not visibly pregnant, informing Mia of her pregnancy would undoubtedly provoke a strong reaction.
Once more, there was an extended silence, “The council and I do not wish for you to be near her.” Not in your present condition.
