Contract With The Lycan

"Un-Uncle, what did you put in my drink?" Jane clutched her stomach, her skin clammy with sweat as her face contorted in pain. Her breath hitched, and a cold dread settled in her chest.

Her supposed uncle, a man with tanned skin and a towering gait, sighed, the weight of guilt heavy in his eyes. "Abortion pill," he murmured, barely meeting her gaze.

"Abortion pill?!" Jane's eyes widened in disbelief and horror. She stared at her stomach, where her two-month-old fetus should have been safe and growing. Her uncle had just given her an abortion pill?

"Jane, I'm sorry. I didn't have a choice," Felix muttered, his shoulders slumping under the burden of shame. He couldn't bring himself to look at her.

Jane slowly lifted her head, her face pale as a sheet, her lips trembling. Her heart felt like it was shattering into pieces. "Why? Why would you do this to me?" she whispered, her voice choked with anguish. She glanced down, seeing a crimson stain spreading on her clothes.

Her child was slipping away...

"Jane, the Alpha ordered me to do this. You know I can't go against him. I had no choice. Please forgive me." Felix's voice was barely above a whisper, his hands shaking slightly.

"The Alpha ordered you to..." Jane's voice faltered. She looked at Felix, her amber eyes darkening with fury and despair. "Why would the Alpha want to abort his own child? He's the father!"

Felix swallowed hard, struggling to find the right words, he met her gaze and said softly, "Jane, I know it's hard to believe, but he did. How else would I know you were pregnant when you didn't tell me? And how do you think I could get my hands on Abortion Pill if he didn't give it to me? He doesn't want you or the child, believe me, Jane."

Jane felt like she was drowning, the room spinning around her. Felix's words echoed in her mind, making her feel hollow and numb. She sank to her knees, unable to process the betrayal.

She didn't want to believe Felix, but he was right. Only Jack knew about her pregnancy and only he could take out an Abortion Pill, which had been banned in the pack.

But why would he do this?

She had told him about the baby a few days ago, after discovering she was pregnant. He hadn't seemed thrilled, but he hadn't been upset either. He had simply asked her to take care of herself, his tone distant but gentle as usual.

Jane had been happy at that time, thinking he would finally settled down properly with her. So would Jack order the abortion of their child, the child born from their love?

Felix shook his head, his expression pained. "Jane, you know he's the Alpha. He wants a woman of power and a wealthy background which our family can't offer. I'm so sorry, Jane."

Jane shook her head, nearly collapsing from the weakness spreading through her body, but she forced herself to stand. "You're lying. I'm going to ask him myself."

Before Felix could react, Jane had already stumbled out of the house.

Felix watched her go, his eyes filled with regret, but he made no move to stop her.

****

As Jane ran toward the Alpha's mansion, she felt eyes on her, the whispers of mockery and curiosity prickling at her skin. But she pushed forward, her mind set on confronting Jack.

Finally, she reached the imposing gates of the Alpha's mansion, the tallest and most grandiose in the area. It loomed over her, a symbol of power and authority. She had worked there every day as one of the Alpha's private staff, but now it felt like a fortress, cold and unwelcoming.

Taking a deep breath, she approached the guards. But to her shock, they blocked her path.

"Let me in," she demanded, her voice cracking as she met their impassive gazes, her eyes misty and red.

The guard's face remained stoic as he spoke coldly. "The Alpha has forbidden your entry. Please leave."

"What?" Jane shook her head, her heart sinking. A chill spread through her veins, numbing her from the inside out.

The second guard, familiar with her, spoke more gently, his eyes showing a flicker of sympathy. "Lady Jane, please go home and take care of yourself. You can return another time."

Jane stumbled back, their words hitting her like a physical blow. She stood there for a moment, trying to gather her thoughts, before nodding absently and walking away. But instead of leaving, she made her way to the Alpha's backyard, where a short fence stood.

She remembered sneaking in through this spot whenever she returned from school to take a glimpse at Jack. She stopped doing that after she started working under him. Now, she climbed the fence once more, her dress stained with blood, her movements sluggish.

Jane felt dizzy as she landed inside the mansion grounds, clutching her chest as nausea welled up. She should have gone to the hospital, but she knew nothing could save her now, and right now, she needed to hear Jack's explanation. She needed answers.

Determination steeled her resolve. She moved stealthily, years of sneaking around the estate serving her well. Her unique ability to mask her presence helped her avoid detection as she made her way toward the conference room.

As she approached, she heard Jack's laughter, excited and confident. She held her breath, peering through a small gap in the door. There he was, talking with another man with his back lightly bowing.

"I was truly honored by your presence, Your Majesty. I'll have my team prepare everything to show you why our pack deserves your attention," Jack said, his voice brimming with assurance.

A deep chuckle came from the other man, his voice deep and commanding. "I trust you, Alpha Jack."

The man turned slightly, and his eyes met Jane's. They were a piercing cobalt blue, cold and sharp yet a light smile played on his lips. Jane felt a shiver run down her spine.

Jack noticed the man's gaze and followed it, his expression shifting from confidence to a frown as he spotted Jane.

"Excuse me for a moment," he said, his smile disappearing.

The man nodded, and Jack swiftly exited the room, grabbing Jane roughly and pulling her into a nearby chamber. He flung her against the wall and she stumbled, barely catching herself.

"What are you doing here? Who let you in?" he demanded, his voice filled with dissatisfaction. He looked her over, his eyes flickering with disgust as they swept over her bloodied dress and disheveled appearance.

"I..." Jane struggled to find her voice, stunned by his coldness. He was clearly smiling happily earlier...

Suddenly, she remembered why she was there. She took a deep breath, her voice shaking. "Did you ask my Uncle to abort my child?"

Jack's gaze wavered, a hint of guilt crossing his face and he softened his voice, "We'll talk about it later."

"Talk about it later?" Jane repeated, her voice rising in disbelief. Her body trembled both from anger and the weakness overtaking her. "You asked him to abort our child... How could you do that to me? Why wouldn't you ask me first? Why..."

"Stop this please," Jack snapped, his expression hardening. "Look at yourself. Do you think the Lycan will have a favorable impression of us if he sees you like this?"

"Why should I care about that?" Jane shot back, tears streaming down her cheeks. "You're a bastard! A heartless bastard! You aborted our child without telling me! How... How dare you?"

Jack's face tightened, a muscle twitching in his jaw. He rubbed his temples as if trying to stave off a headache. "Jane, listen to me, will you?. This is not the time or place. You need to go."

Jane felt her world crumbling around her. She looked at him, seeing the man she had loved, the father of her unborn child and felt nothing but betrayal and heartbreak.

"Why, Jack? Why would you do this? Tell me, why?! I need an explanation from you not some frek*ng order!" she yelled.