Chapter 67. Fantasies

Third-Person POV

If the introduction of the Luna a few weeks ago was already a grand celebration, then Alex's announcement that he's expecting his first pup with Becca sends shockwaves through the pack.

The news strikes like a bolt of lightning, shaking the very foundations of Paxton. No one anticipated this, Becca has only been part of the pack for a month, it's far too soon for such news.

As charming as always, Alex effortlessly persuaded the pack that he and Becca had been in contact well before she officially arrived in Paxton to become his Luna. His story is eagerly accepted by everyone, overshadowed by the thrill of the Alpha family growing. The pack's excitement drowns out any murmurs of doubt, but no one seems to notice the despair etched on Becca's face, her smile rigid and void of warmth.

Her eyes are hollow and she hasn't taken the time for makeup or festive clothing.

The contrast between the pack's euphoria and her inner tur