Chapter 40
Adeline West
After having breakfast, Killian left, leaving us to have our breakfast. The tense atmosphere melted the moment he walked out. Later, I decided it was time to visit Eveline, the kind doctor the only person after Greta who helped me. She had become a good friend to me over the years. She used to call me every day to check up on me, and our conversations quickly blossomed into a cherished friendship. I informed Sebastian about my visit. He was busy in a meeting.
Tm going to see Eveline. I’ll call you once I get there.” I said.”
“Alright,” Sebastian said, his concern evideni. “Be careful, and call me if you need anything,” he added.
I agreed and prepared to take my children out.
As we stepped outside, Bridget immediately spotted Killian standing near the driveway, deep in conversation with his beta, Damien, Without hesitation, she ran toward him, her excitement evident in her quick steps. Tristan, on the other hand, held. my hand tightly and stayed close to me, his demeanor protective. I had never seen him like this before, and it took me by surprise,
Danyen turned to me and greeted me with a stall smile. “Good morning, Adeline.”
“Good morning, Damien, I replied.
“It’s good to see you,” he said, looking at me.
“You too.” I smiled.
Bridget, ever the social butterfly, quickly began chattering with Damien in her sweet, innocent voice. “Hi, Damien‘ Are you friends with Toy Man too?” She asked.
Damien chuckled. “Yes, I am friends with a toy man,” he said, glancing at Killian. “We work together.” He added.
Bridget beamed at this new information “That’s so cool! Are you going to the same place as Toy Man? She asked.
“We have some work to do, yes,” Damien said, glancing at Killian
Killian’s expression softened as he listened to Bridget. Despite the tension between us, I couldn’t help but notice the genuine affection he had for my daughter.
“Come on, sweetie, we are getting late. I called out to Bridget.
Damien looked back at me. “Where are you headed, Adeline? We can drop you off,” he asked.
I glanced at Killian, whose gray eyes shifted to mine. “I can manage, thank you.” I said my tone was polite.
But Damien insisted, “It’s no trouble. Killian and I are heading to the Volkov Towers, and we can easily drop you off on the way,” he said.
Bridget chimed in, “Please, Mommy? Can we go with Toy Man?” She asked in her adorable voice.
-Seeing her eager face, I couldn’t resist. “Alright, if it’s really no trouble.” I said.
“It’s not,” Killian said, his tone leaving no room for
argument.
We all got into the car, with Damien driving and Killian sitting in the front passenger seat. Bridget, Tristan, and I settled in the back. Throughout the ride, Bridget was talking non–stop to Killian, who, to my surprise, listened patiently.
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“Toy Man, did you know Have a favorite teddy bear? His name is Mr. Snuggles, and he’s the best teddy bear ever” She said,
Killian turned slightly, a hint of a smile playing on his lips. “Mr. Shuggles sounds like a very lucky bear to have you as a friend,” he said.
Bridget beamed. “He is! He is super cuddly and gives me lots of bugs” Bridget said, her eyes shining with excitement
“And, and, Tristan and I play with him all the time. Do you have favorite toy, Toy Man!” She asked.
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I pretended to look outside and not listen to them, and from the corner of my eye, I noticed Killian glance at me briefly before answering. I had a wooden wolf carved by any grandfather when I was a child. It was my favorite.” He said.
Bridget’s eyes widened. “Wow, a wooden wolf! That sounds amazing!” She said,
The conversation continued like this, with Bridget asking endless questions and Killian patiently answering each one. Tristan remained quiet, holding my hand, but I could see he was listening intently.
I watched the interaction, my heart swelling with unexpected emotions. Seeing Killian in this light, patient and gentle with my children, was something I hadn’t anticipated. Despite the tension and unresolved issues between us, there was a moment of genuine connection here.
As we neared Eveline’s clinic, Bridget’s chatter turned to the toys they had received recently. “Toy Man, thank you for the toys you got us. Tristan really likes his
Killian turned slightly in his seat. “You’re welcome, Bridget. I’m glad you both liked them.”
We arrived at Eveline’s clinic. Thank you for the ride,” I said.
“Anytime, Adeline Damien smiled.
Killian’s expression was unreadable. As we got out, Bridget waved enthusiastically. “Bye, Toy Man! Damien, See you later!”
Killian gave her a rare, genuine smile.
“Bye,” Damien said, waving at Briget.
mix of relief and confusion With that, Damien and Killian drove off, leaving us at the clinic. As we walked inside, I felt a Seeing Killian interact so sweetly with my children stirred something in me, and I couldn’t help but wonder how many sides this man had
Eveline greeted us warmly. “Adeline, it’s so good to see you,” she said, hugging me.
“It’s good to see you too, Eveline,” I replied.
“And they must be Tristan and Bridget.” She said, looking at them.
“Yeah,” I replied
Bridget immediately warmed to Eveline, while Tristan greeted her while staying beside me
Eveline ushered us inside and offered refreshments. We sat in her office, and I felt a sense of peace wash over me. Eveline had always been a calming presence in my life, and today was no different. As we settled into her cozy office, the children played with some toys she kept in a corner. Eveline and I caught up on our lives, sharing stories and laughter. She noticed. the pensive look on my face and asked, “So, what are you doing here? In the pack?” She asked, curious.
Isighed, feeling the weight of the past few days. There has been an accident; my son got hurt, and we found out Laurel was behind it Sebastian and I held a meeting with the pack elders.”
“What? Laurel attacked you?” She said it, shocked and disbelieving.
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“Yeah.” I said. “We had submitted the evidence of her involvement to the elders.” I added
“That nasty bitch. How dare she?” Eve muttered, “What did the ellers say?” she asked, curious to know about it.
“They said they needed time and asked us to stay here until then I said. “Samuel, Killian’s grandpa has personally asked us to stay, so I couldn’t refuse.” I added.
“And Alpha Killian?” She asked. “What did he say?”
“What do you think?” I said, rolling my eyes, “He’s supporting her.”
“Of course.” She rolled her eyes..
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