Jealousy Alpha's Regret novel Chapter 171

Chapter 171

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“Think about it,‘ I continued. “She has no more cards to play. No more leverage. This is her last resort–trying to turn public opinion against me. It’s actually quite sad when you think about it.”

Rachel was quiet for a moment, then said, “I still want to punch her in her lying face.”

That made me laugh softly. I appreciate the sentiment.”

“Seriously though,” Rachel’s voice grew somber. “What are you going to do about this?”

1 leaned back against the cushions, considering the question. “Right now? Nothing.”

“Nothing?” Rachel sounded incredulous.

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“They want a reaction. Catherine, Kim, whoever put them up to this–they’re hoping I’ll get upset, make a scene, give them something else to use against me.” I traced a pattern on the arm of my sofa with my fingertip. “The best response is no response at all.”

“But people are believing her!”

“Let them,” I said calmly. “Those who matter know the truth. Those who don’t, well…” I shrugged, even though Rachel couldn’t see me.

“I’ve spent too many years caring what others think of me.”

Rachel huffed. “I’m still mad.”

“I know you are. And I love you for it.” I smiled, genuinely touched by her fierce loyalty. “But this isn’t our first rodeo with Catherine’s

schemes, and it probably won’t be the last. Yesterday it was trying to use me as collateral for her debts. Today it’s character assassination

on social media. Who knows what tomorrow will bring?”

“You’re seriously too calm about this,” Rachel grumbled. “It’s almost creepy.”

“Maybe,” I conceded. “But I’ve learned that getting upset over Catherine’s antics just gives her what she wants. So why bother?”

“Because it’s infuriating!” Rachel practically shouted. “I can’t stand that she keeps treating you this way, one day it’s this, the next day it’s

that. It’s completely insane!”

I let out a slow breath. “Well, if they want to challenge my position, then the real show is still to come. We’re just in the early acts. All I

can do is handle each move as it comes.”

After calming Rachel down and promising to call her in the morning, I ended the call and sank deeper into my couch. I looked out at the night sky through my window, the stars barely visible against the deep blue darkness. It was strange how differently I felt about

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Catherine’s attacks now compared to even a few months ago. Back then, her words would have cut deep, leaving me bleeding and

desperate for approval.

Now? Now I just felt tired.

I placed a hand on my stomach, feeling a small flutter within. My little wolf pups were active tonight.

“Don’t worry,” I whispered. “Your mom’s got this under control.”

The sensation of movement came again, stronger this time. It was almost like the babies were responding to my voice. The thought

brought an unexpected smile to my face.

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Maybe it was time to schedule that prenatal appointment. I needed to make sure everything was progressing normally with my pregnancy.

I’d been putting it off, unsure of my own feelings, but the little movements were becoming harder to ignore–both physically and

emotionally.

I made a mental note to call the werewolf medical clinic in the morning. Dr. Wilson had good reviews, and more importantly, she

specialized in werewolf pregnancies.

My thoughts drifted back to Catherine’s video as I moved to the bedroom. The accusations were ridiculous, but they would spread like

wildfire through the werewolf community. People loved gossip, especially when it involved someone connected to the Grey family.

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