Ellie's POV We’d finished shopping ages ago, and decided on some refreshments. We’d just sat down with an ice coffee and tea, a pile of shopping bags by our feet, when Rae gave me that look, the one that meant trouble. “Ugh this was so nice ,” she said, sipping her drink. “You’re finally smiling like a free women again. Last time we did this, you were glued to your phone like Nolan might summon you any minute. Seriously, it was such a bummer.” I gave her a look and she put her coffe down fast with an awkward laugh. “Not that you’re her anymore. Anyways, let’s get real for a second, what if Nolan finds out?” I raised an eyebrow. “About the baby?” She nodded. “Ellie, he’s an Alpha. What if he sniffs it out? I mean I did what I could but you’re playing with lava with every passing day,

