The Alpha's Exchanged Mate
The Alpha’s Exchanged Mate – Chapter 109

Edwina’s POV…

You know the most awkward situation about emotional moments? They make you short of words, and then you become dumb all of a sudden. I have never felt this form of happiness that filled the pit of my belly since I was born. This is the closest I have ever been with my sister since I have known her.

Sonia poured every of her heart’s content out to me, and I felt blessed. We still held onto each other, each one of us sniffing. I’m sure Becca would have gotten tired of the sight. But I was enjoying the moment, scared it won’t last, and Sonia would return to being the stiff and rude person I had always known her to be. I wasn’t certain yet if she was bipolar.

She let me off, chuckling lightly as she wiped at my wet face. “You look like a mess.”

I imitated her action, “you too.”

We stared at each other again and laughed. This moment will be cherished by me forever. I stayed quiet for a moment, trying really hard to gather my thoughts.

I sat upright, taking back my hands from her. The moment was nice, but my hands were cramped.

“I really appreciate this moment, Sonia. I have craved to be your sister for years and you letting me in now is like a dream come true.”

“Life hasn’t been fair to both of us and I’m sincerely seeking for your forgiveness. I guess the moon goddess is giving us another chance to live life the appropriate way. I don’t care if you have a wolf or not, all that matters is having someone who really loves me and is my sister with me.” She said

My treacherous mind was really trying to figure Sonia out. I wanted to check for any sign of falsehood; probably, she was up to something.

I did get emotional. We were almost at this stage during her trial period, but the moment she heard of my relationship with Xander, we were back to the root. I tried to keep my breath steady. It gets tiring having to go back and forth with her feelings. Pregnancy makes one act differently, according to the books I have read.

Her smile made me push the thoughts aside; our mother would be watching alongside the moon goddess, I’m sure of that.

I had always wished for a day like this to come. I was glad because our family was expanding, aside from the elephant in the room that we would still have to deal with later on. I wanted to enjoy the moment as much as I could.

“One more thing…” Sonia began

My heart raced at this. The thoughts of Sonia asking me for the most absurd thing to do for her crossed my mind. These were the things I was avoiding; I hoped she didn’t lure me here to have me leave Xander alone.

I know I sound petty, but I do overthink things a lot. Being at the receiving end of people’s cold attitudes had taken a huge toll on my thinking ability. I definitely was about to lose my mind if she gave an absurd condition.

“What is that?” I asked, trying to get the chill off my tone.

“I would like to beg Xander sincerely. I know he really hates to see me at this point. But I need to ease myself of my guilt and let everyone I have hurt know how sorry I really am. I want a safe space for my child.” She got teary-eyed again.

I released a breath I didn’t realize I was holding. The most surprising thing was that as much as I enjoyed having s*x with Xander, I still wasn’t attached enough to him yet. My heart still yearned for Ben, and so did my body.

In all aspects, I was treading on the wrong path. But the heart wants what it wants, which is why it’s stupid to do what the heart says most times. Love isn’t blind; it’s the heart that needs some recommended shades.

“You don’t have to worry about that, Sonia. Xander is working towards forgiving you. I would advise you to wait until I talk it out with him. I know he would forgive you eventually, especially for the sake of your unborn baby.”

I assured her, despite knowing seeing her or forgiving Sonia was the last thing Xander wanted to do at the moment. He had only taken in her excesses on having her at the pack house all because I had been adamant about it.

“The alpha would be back soon Luna.” Becca’s voice brought me back to the present.

I stared back at her, “thanks for the reminder, Becca.”

Squeezing Sonia’s hand hurriedly, I stood up. “I promise to come check on you soon, till then please take care of yourself. And if you need anything, do let me know.”

“Can I call you then?” Sonia asked innocently. Her request was totally pure.

“Please do Sonia, I would definitely come running to you.” I assured her.

Hugging her for a few seconds, I bid her goodbye, leaving the room with Becca at my tail.

“You shouldn’t have done that.” I rebuked Becca half-heartedly when we were far from earshot.

She didn’t look remorseful, “you looked like you wanted to be away so bad.”

“Was I that obvious?” I asked, my eyeballs shooting out.

Becca shrugged, “I could just tell, maybe she could too. But I would expect her to understand how you were feeling.”

I exhaled, “it just came as a shock to me. Sonia had never acted so vulnerable in front of me before. I didn’t know if I was dining with the enemy or just got myself a rebirthed friend.”

“You don’t have to feel bad about it, once bitten plenty of times shy.”

I had to laugh at her explanation. Becca is naturally funny without trying too hard.

“I should leave you to rest; you look like you might pass out. Dinner would be ready soon, Luna.” She told me, bowing as she walked away.

I stretched my neck, feeling like it was cramped. Heading toward my room, I hoped that there would be a distraction waiting for me.