The Luna’s Choice (Theo and Ayla) by Kat Silver
Chapter 231

Chapter 231

Chapter 81: Ayla

I called out for Theo as I closed the door behind me. He came out of the bedroom and met me with abig hug and passionate kiss.

“Everything go alright?” he asked.

“Mhmm,” I said. “It was perfect. I really started to feel a part of something tonight. I just hope I can behalf as good a Luna as the rest of them. Even Aniya has been flourishing in her pack and she’s been inthe position about as long as I have.”

“Well, she was raised by Alpha Patrick. So she’s been around pack leaders her whole life,” Theo said.“You have been doing a fantastic job, love. And you didn’t have close to the advantages she did. So Ithink you fit in with the group perfectly.”

“Thank you, but I think you’re biased,” I teased.

“I may be,” he replied. “But that doesn’t mean I’m not right.”

He kissed me again before pulling me against his chest. We stood there holding each other for a while,just enjoying the feel of each other. When he finally pulled away, he brushed the hair from my face as Ilooked up at him. His brow furrowed as he looked back.

“Are you feeling okay, babe?” he asked, pressing the back of his hand to my cheek. “You look pale.”

“I’m fine,” I said with a shrug. “I’m a bit tired and my stomach got a little queasy earlier, but I just needto take my medicine again. But other than that, we’re all good.”

“Okay, it’s off to bed with you two then,” Theo said, guiding me by the hips.

I covered his hands with mine but didn’t stop him. “Can I take a shower first, Alpha?”

Theo sighed. “I guess, but it’s straight to bed after. You need to rest. Whatever happens, it’s going to bea stressful day tomorrow.”

“The same goes for you too, you know,” I insisted. “You’ve been up late every night with Harden andCooper and the others. You need the sleep, too.”

“Believe me, I know,” he said exasperatedly. “I plan to do just that. As soon as you’re tucked in first.”

“Okay, okay,” I said, kissing his cheek before heading to the bathroom.

I was tired, and climbing straight into bed was tempting. But I wanted to wash the day off me. Despitethe evening going as well as it had, the rest of the day, and the days before, had been rough. A lot ofthe details that had been gone over included some graphic and terrible things. Cooper and his teamhad been able to link the deaths of Onyxcrown refugees together a while ago. Once they confirmedDelta Charles’ involvement in the Waar Pa k society, it wasn’t hard to tie it all back to him and Malcolm.That included the death of Mrs. Walport and the library fire.

Theo tried to replace any evidence that Julia was also involved, however, Cooper said he couldn’t replaceanything that supported her having a direct hand in anything. However, it would be safe to say shecarried the same beliefs as her family. So, Theo made it clear she was never allowed on Greytoothterritory again.

I waited for the water to warm up before stripping out of my clothes. The bathroom was filling withsteam when I stepped under the steady

stream, feeling the tension melt from my body as it hit my skin. I sighed heavily, closing my eyes andresting my head back on my shoulders as the water flowed through my hair. After enjoying the water for

a while, I washed my hair and body, taking my time.

When I was fully relaxed, I cut the water off, gasping as a sharp pain radiated through my abdomen. Iclutched my middle but the sensation passed quickly. It took a deep breath and opened the glass doorof the shower. I was toweling myself off when another pain had me doubling over. It was like a vicesqueezing my insides. The pain lasted a little longer this time but it did dissipate after a few moments.

Dasha was whining and whimpering in my head, pacing in fear and concern. I went to calm her but wasstopped by another pain knocking me to my knees as I cried out. Panic and fear had taken over as Iregistered the warm wet feeling between my legs and the smell of blood hit me.

“No, no, no,” I cried as I pressed the towel between my thighs.

The cramps were coming in steady waves as I called out for Theo. My vision began to blur and mythoughts went back to the day I had been stabbed. But I had to save my baby. I wouldn’t lose my pup.

I didn’t notice the door burst open, only strong hands holding me as I drifted out of consciousness.