Ran Away Pregnant Came Back Alpha Heiress (Amelia and Damien) novel Chapter 74

**Night Whispers Forgotten Names – Colin Shah 74**

**Chapter 74**

**Amelia’s POV**

A sense of unease coiled tightly within me at the thought of being discovered by Sienna. It was likely a remnant of the last flicker of hope that clung desperately to the idea of a friendship with her. However, deep down, I recognized the bitter truth: Sienna despised me, and that sentiment was unlikely to change.

The intensity of her hatred was palpable, even at her young age. If she loathed me enough to attempt to poison me, the possibility of reconciliation seemed almost laughable. Her rage was irrational, and I doubted that any words I could muster would sway her now.

Jake, too, must have felt a similar weight in his heart. Although he had welcomed Sienna back into his home, he had taken precautions, placing guards strategically throughout the estate, watching her every move. Their primary duty was to ensure she stayed away from the kitchen, but their vigilance extended to other areas as well—my bedroom, for instance, was under constant surveillance and protection.

Until this moment, Jake had relied on the hospital’s security to shield me while I was there. But Cara’s presence changed everything.

Jake turned to face Sienna, his expression hard and unyielding. There was no trace of remorse on his face, no hint of apology in his tone.

“Until you can demonstrate that you are trustworthy again, Sienna, I stand by what I said,” Jake declared firmly.

His words cut through the air like a knife, and I could see Sienna physically recoil, taking a step back as they landed. Perhaps it was a necessary blow for her to hear; maybe, just maybe, it would push her to start evolving in a more positive direction.

“So you’re choosing her side… again,” Sienna accused, her voice dripping with bitterness.

“It’s not about sides,” Jake replied, his voice steady. “It’s about actions and the consequences that follow. I have reason to believe that Amelia may be harassed at work. Because of that, I am taking the necessary steps to ensure her safety.”

“And you think I’m going to be the one to harass her?” Sienna’s disbelief was evident, her hurt palpable. Had she truly forgotten her attempt to poison me? Or did she really expect Jake to overlook that?

Jake’s gaze remained fixed on her, unyielding. His stance was clear—he believed she could indeed be the source of the harassment.

“Prove me wrong,” he challenged her. “Be better than I expect you to be.”

“You are such a jerk!” Sienna spat, her eyes glistening with unshed tears. “Why do you hate me?”

“I don’t, Sienna,” Jake replied, his tone softening slightly. “I truly don’t.”

“I don’t believe you,” she retorted, tears streaming down her cheeks. She struggled to walk away, her pace slow and unsteady, as she hobbled toward the stairs, taking them one shaky step at a time.

The rest of us fell into a heavy silence, each of us averting our eyes to grant her some semblance of privacy during her struggle.

Well, Jake and I looked away. Cara, however, remained vigilant, her gaze never leaving Sienna, tracking her every movement with unwavering focus.

“I will protect Amelia, Alpha,” Cara affirmed, her voice resolute.

“Good,” Jake replied, his tone approving. “Good.”

The following day, as I returned to the hospital for another shift alongside Eve, my mentor, Cara continued her role as my shadow. She never intruded, always positioning herself just behind me. When I entered the patients’ rooms, she remained just outside the door, a silent guardian.

Eve and the other hospital staff seemed intrigued by Cara’s steadfast presence, but only a handful dared to inquire about her. The short explanation was simple: Cara was my bodyguard.

“Just make sure she doesn’t interfere,” Eve said, her brow furrowed in concern.

“She won’t,” I assured Eve, glancing back at Cara, who nodded in agreement.

“I’m not here to disrupt any work or healing,” Cara stated firmly. “My sole purpose is to keep Amelia safe.”

Eve appeared somewhat perplexed. Until now, we had always trusted the hospital security to protect us, and since Eve believed my previous mishap in the records room was due to my own negligence, she had no idea of the danger I felt.

Yet, Jake’s word was absolute within our pack, and since Cara’s presence was a direct order from him, no one could challenge it—not even those who didn’t understand, not even Eve.

Eventually, my duties led me back to the records room, where I began the mundane task of organizing the patients’ paperwork for the day.

“Why would you do this?” I asked, my voice steady despite the tension. “Why do you hate me so much? I’ve never done anything to you.”

Gwen glanced between Cara and me, her expression shifting. There was a flicker of determination in her eyes, as if she had steeled herself for a confrontation.

“You don’t belong here,” she stated coldly, her words dripping with disdain. “You never did! You’re just some human. What are you even doing in the werewolf realm? For Alpha Damien to have dragged you here, and now you have Alpha Jake chasing after you… Sienna’s right. You must be some kind of witch.”

“I’m not…” I began to protest, but Cara cut me off.

“Do not waste your time or your heart trying to understand her motives, Amelia,” Cara advised. “She has been caught in the act, and her intentions are clear. Her punishment will be left to Alpha Jake.”

“I wasn’t going to hurt her,” Gwen insisted, desperation creeping into her voice.

“She could have been hurt in the dark,” Cara countered. “And with the door locked, she would have been trapped. What if she needed medical assistance?”

“But I—”

“Alpha Jake will decide your fate,” Cara stated firmly, starting to pull Gwen from the room.

“Please, no! Don’t tell him about this!” Gwen pleaded, her voice rising in panic.

For a moment, I almost felt sympathy for her…

But then she turned to me and shouted, “You bitch! You’ll get yours!”

Instead of pity, a wave of gratitude washed over me for Cara.

With her steadfast presence at my side, perhaps I could finally begin to feel safe again.