Tangled Hearts - The Alpha's Baby Mama-Chapter 270: Why was Kragen’s scent on you?

Selene POV

We both turned to see Noah standing a few paces away, his face drawn and tense. He looked like he hadn’t slept and his eyes flicked between us with an intensity that made my stomach churn.

"Noah!" I greeted, my voice softer now, followed by an awkwardness since our interactions yesterday. "Good morning."

Lucius glanced between us and cleared his throat. "I’ll give you two some space," he said, stepping back before turning and disappearing into the pack house.

I watched him go before turning back to Noah. His gaze was still fixed on me as though he was searching for something he couldn’t quite find.

"I’ve been looking for you, for a moment I thought it was all a dream and that you hadn’t come home yet," he said, his voice strained. "Where have you been?"

"Just... out for a walk," I replied, my tone guarded.

He nodded slowly, but the tension between us remained palpable. He took a step closer, his eyes softening. "Are you alright?" he asked, his voice quieter now, more gentle.

I wanted to tell him everything. About the vision, the confusion, the fear gnawing at my insides. But I couldn’t. Not yet. Not when everything was still so raw.

"I’m fine," I said forcing a small smile. "Just a little tired, that’s all and Noah, you shouldn’t worry, okay? I’m home now and nothing would take me away."

He frowned, not fully convinced but he didn’t press further. Instead, he reached out and gently took my hand, his touch warm and reassuring. "I know things have been ... difficult since you came back," he began, his voice heavy with emotion. "But I just want you to know that I’m here. Whatever you need, I’ll be here for you."

My chest tightened at his words. I could feel the sincerity in them, the love he still held for me. But there was also a distance between us now, an invisible wall that had grown since my return. I didn’t know how to tear it down, or if I even wanted to.

"I know, Noah," I whispered, squeezing his hand lightly. "Thank you."

He pulled me into a hug, his arms wrapping around me protectively. I stood there, letting the warmth of his embrace wash over me, but my mind was elsewhere. My thoughts were still consumed by the vision of the mystery of my parents’ past and the overwhelming sense that something far larger than I could comprehend was unfolding around me.

As Noah held me close, I closed my eyes and whispered a silent vow to myself. I would find the answers no matter how deep I had to dig. I would uncover the truth behind the vision, behind my parents’ secrets and I would do it before it was too late.

I felt my heart racing as I pulled away from Noah, suddenly feeling nauseated by his touch. My mind buzzed with urgency, an insatiable need to act. The vision had unsettled me in ways I couldn’t explain and every moment I could feel an urgent need to search for them.

I needed Kragen...

"I should go check up on the girls," I said abruptly, stepping back from Noah’s embrace.

His brows furrowed. "It’s still quite early, Selene. They would still be in bed. By the way, I was hoping I could talk to you about the birth of our son," he said, his eyes straying to my stomach. "I don’t know if you know this but every male in the family is never birthed within the pack ground. It’s like a tradition. A Lycan thing..."

"Oh!" I nodded. "That’s fine, I guess. I mean, the baby is still a few months away before it comes finally. There’s still plenty of time for that, don’t you think? It’s not like we’re in a rush or anything."

"Yeah!" he nodded "I just wanted to give you a heads up. "By the way, do you have any idea what happened to Princess Jade? The warriors we sent to scout the land didn’t find Jade or Jared. Do you know what happened to them?" he sighed and raised his hand placatingly "I know we agreed that you’d take your time to tell but... I can’t help but wonder what happened there and then with Kragen showing up and... I thought we agreed that he would not visit you anymore?"

I sighed trying not to lash out the annoyance that was slowly building inside me. "Let’s not do this now, Noah. Kragen saved my life and that’s all that matters." fɾeeweɓnѳveɭ.com

"But you had his scent all of you last night!" he said coolly, his eyes watching me. He was checking to see if I was telling a lie. Damn Lycans! They were great emotional readers.

"Noah, please!" I pleaded "I don’t want to lie to you, okay? Please... I have a lot going on already... I just..."

"The question is an easy one, Selene..." he interrupted me. "Just a yes or no would suffice. You had Kragen scent all over your room last night... on your bed, on your body... everywhere. Was he there, yes, or no?"

What’s the worst thing that can happen aside from telling the truth?

"Yes!" I breathed "Are you satisfied? What else would you ask me? If I slept with him?"

He studied me for a moment then shook his head. "You haven’t yet, Selene but you will...you want to, right?"

"What?" I scoffed "How can you even say that? Are you trying to say I cheated on you? That’s rich coming from you who have cheated on me severally. Why are you trying to guilt trip me?"

"I am not guilt-tripping you, Selene!" he ran both hands through his hair "It’s your guilt doing all the talking. I’m barely saying, anything, you’re just assuming and asking questions. I only wanted to know why he was in your room so late at night. I didn’t ask anything more."

I quietened – he was right. I felt so guilty, even now talking to him, I could feel the guilt gnawing inside me.

"Princess Jada!" I said suddenly "Was drugged by Jared before we escaped, kind off and as for him, Kragen had tied him to some tree and they’re at the West side of Moon Whisper. Also," I took a breather. "I didn’t cheat on you, Noah! At least in the way you think."

He didn’t say anything, just stood there staring at me.

"I need to go now."

He nodded without saying anything.