My Alpha's Wolfless Daughter
My Alpha’s Wolfless Daughter – Chapter 78

Luna Ayla

The morning light came faster than I wanted. After Nate and I came back inside, we showered before going back to bed. I just lay there, looking at the ceiling. I know my grandmother is here, and I was worried she’d blame me. Her daughter died because of me. Guilt twisted my stomach as I held back my tears. My mind was a sea of turmoil.

The pain was worse than when I lost her the first time. Maybe because I witnessed it or maybe because it didn’t have to happen. She could have sought medical attention in Kaden’s kingdom. Then, after she and her baby were safe, have someone contact Kaden and then he would contact me.

“Whatever happened spooked her enough to find you. Even after everything, I know she loved you. And maybe she couldn’t tell you the truth so she pushed you away. As your father did,” Kaia sighed.

“And I was so mean,” I choked out, my sobs consuming me again. Nate wrapped his arms around me tighter before kissing my head.

“I’m here, baby,” he mumbled as I cried on his chest.

“I should have been nicer, more understanding. I was such a b***h to her,” I cried out loud.

“Baby, you were hurt. You are not to blame for what happened,” Nate tried to reassure me.

“I should have helped her. What if this Noah trapped her? I could have helped her!” I exclaimed, angry with myself.

“I should have helped her,” I whispered through my sobs.

“We will get you the answers, I promise. But you are not to blame. You didn’t know, how could you? Understandable you were hurt by your mother’s actions. We all believed it.” His voice was comforting but it did nothing to ease my guilt. I should have known my mother would never abandon me. And now I’ll never see her again.

Nate held me until my tears ran out. I don’t think I’ve ever cried this much in my life.

“Let’s take a bath. Then you can eat something before we go see your grandmother. She is staying with Alpha Matt,” Nate informed me, kissing the top of my head.

“I don’t think I’ll ever be able to go back to that house,” I murmured.

“And you don’t have to. I’ll get it cleaned out and move Xander and his warriors here,” he said. I sat up on my elbow to look at him.

“Thank you,” I breathed out.

“Anything, baby,” he cupped my cheek and I leaned into his touch. This time I’m not alone. I have Nate and Duke. And Xander.

“And me,” Kaia chimed in.

“And you,” I told her. Taking a deep breath, I can do this, I told myself.

“Have you heard anything about baby girl?” I asked him as he sat up.

“No news is good news. Luna Julia assured me she was healthy and doing well,” he answered. I smiled, knowing my sister was going to be okay. Her birth may have been traumatic, but I refuse to let her life be that way.

“I’ll go run us a bath,” Nate said, getting off the bed. He leaned down and kissed my cheek before disappearing into the bathroom. I laid back on the bed, staring up at the ceiling.

I’m not sure how long I laid there. Nate picked me up, carrying me to the bathroom.

“Nate, I can walk,” I chuckled.

“I know, I just wanted to hold you,” he mumbled, kissing my nose.

We stayed in the bath until my tummy let out a grumble. With everything going on, I don’t even remember the last time I had eaten. When we were both ready, we headed down to the dining room, hand in hand.

I was feeling nervous. I knew the news would have spread and I wasn’t ready for everyone’s sympathy. They mean well, but it’s a hard reminder of what happened yesterday.

Entering, the first person I noticed was Xander. I need to apologize to him for how I acted yesterday. Xander has been nothing but good to me, and I pushed him away.

“Go sit was Xander. I’ll grab us some breakfast,” Nate whispered, kissing my cheek. I turned my head and pecked his lips.

“Thank you,” I breathed out, giving him a small smile. He squeezed my hand before letting go and walking off toward the kitchen.

Xander stood up from his seat as I made my way over to him. He was sitting with Ryan and a few other warriors.

“Xander, I’m sorry about yesterday,” I started, but he was quick to wrap me in his arms. I wrapped my arms around his waist and snuggled into his chest.

“You have nothing to apologize for, Ayla. Yesterday was a hard day.`How are you feeling?” He mumbled, leaning down, his cheek against mine.

“I guess I’m okay,” I shrugged.

“Did you get any sleep?” He asked, pulling back. I looked up at him.

“Some. I also went for a swim. It helped. There was a pod of humpback whales in the bay, singing.

“They must have sensed your pain. Their songs bring us a level of peace,” he told me.

“It did. But now I need to face my grandmother.” I said, tears filling my eyes. Xander kissed my forehead before squeezing me flush against him.

“The queen is worried about you.”