Chapter138: Can We Trust the Beta

*Adam* “My mission?” I repeat. I can’t believe that he’s saying that right now. I don’t know what to do. I can only think of one person who can help me at this moment, and thankfully she is quick to answer on the mind-link. “Shelby?” “Yes, dear?” she says. “Get into Rose’s room now!” I know that she was taking a nap. She’s been working so hard lately, watching over Rose, but I’m thankful that she’s awake now and nearby. I just need to buy a few moments. My wife knows better than to question me. I clear my throat. “Right now, Sire?” I ask. “That’s right!” he barks, pointing at Rose. “Do it!” “Do what?” Rose asks, her eyes slightly wide as she stares first at the king and then at me. “King Gene, if you’re confused, I’m already pregnant. And Adam is not one of the Alphas. He doesn’t need to do anything to me while I’m in my bed.” Horror flashes in front of my eyes as I ponder which would be worse, having to have sex with a woman who isn’t my wife–or kill her and her four children. I decid