Chapter 160
LUCY
I Stepped back into the room after preparing Astrid's bath.My heart pounded like a drum in my chest as what I saw before me sent a shiver down my spine – a man I didn't recognize, a sinister grin on his lips, and my baby daughter, Astrid, in his arms. Panic surged through me as I held her close, a fierce protectiveness welling up within me.
"Please," I pleaded, my voice quivering, "don't hurt my baby. She's innocent."
Astrid's innocent eyes stared up at the stranger, oblivious to the danger that lurked. His grip on her tightened, and my mind raced for a way out of this nightmare. Desperation clawed at me as I searched the room for anything to defend myself and my child.
With a quick movement, I grabbed a knife from the desk. Determination fueled my actions as I lunged forward, aiming to save Astrid from the threat before us. But the man was faster, his hand knocking the knife from my grasp with a brutal force that left my fingers stinging.
Fear and fury battled within me as I fought to keep Astrid safe. The room seemed to close in around us, every second stretching into an eternity. I could feel the weight of my helplessness, the stark reality that I might not be able to protect her.
Then it happened – a vicious motion, a searing pain, and I felt his hand around my throat. Gasping for breath, my vision blurred as I struggled to remain standing, my world narrowing to the threat before me. I felt it, death as his claws ripped the skin on my neck open. I guggled and choked on my own blood as my body hit the ground yet all I could think of was my baby as I choked on my last breath and a single tear left my eye.
I really thought that was it but in seconds the pain that was on my neck suddenly disappeared and I could hear Alexander's voice filled with pain as he begged this monster not to hurt our baby. What kind of a monster would threaten a baby's life. I didn't have time to think, my whole body was filled with rage as my teeth sunk into the man's neck. I ripped a chunk of his flesh and blood splattered everywhere, in seconds Astrid was in my arms again and that is all I cared about at that moment. I could feel everyone's gaze on me horrified, shocked and relieved at the same time.
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As days turned into weeks, a newfound sense of cautious relief settled over our pack. Cradling Astrid in my arms, I marveled at the fragile life we had brought into this world. She was our beacon of hope, a reminder that even in the midst of darkness, there could be light. But with that light came the shadow of impending danger, and the weight of responsibility pressed heavily upon us.
When Alpha Roman and Iris left, they did so with promises of a strengthened alliance. I understood the necessity of such bonds in our world – alliances formed out of necessity, not trust. The treacherous landscape of power struggles and hidden motives meant that we had to be ready for anything, to guard Astrid from any threat that might arise.
Sharma's examinations brought an unexpected revelation that sent shockwaves through our pack. Her astonishment mirrored my own as she studied me, her eyes narrowing in concentration. Somehow, Astrid's blood had woven its magic into my very being, altering me on a fundamental level. I was no longer just a human caught in the midst of a supernatural world – I had become something else, something more.
The implications of this transformation were profound. It meant that I was no longer as vulnerable as before, that the boundaries between the realms had shifted in ways I couldn't fully grasp. I was a living embodiment of the bond between Astrid and me, a testament to the forces that united our worlds.
As the news spread, our pack's reactions were a mixture of awe and concern. The whispers that followed me were tinged with curiosity and speculation. I could sense their gaze upon me, and the weight of their expectations pressed heavily on my shoulders. I was now a part of something bigger than myself, a hybrid of two worlds.
Looking at Astrid, her innocent eyes reflecting the same otherworldly hue as my own, I couldn't help but marvel at the strange twists of fate. She was a living bridge between realms, a testament to the love that Alexander and I shared. And as we embarked on this uncertain journey, I knew that our family was prepared to face whatever challenges lay ahead, drawing strength from the unbreakable bonds that tied us together.
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