When Theodore spoke about Eva, my expression shifted slightly. Seeing this, his face brightened, and he pushed Eva toward me again. "Eva, this is your biological mother. Hurry up, call her 'mommy,' and let her kiss you." Eva stared at me for a long moment, then, without warning, spat at me with all her might. Her eyes were red as she glared at me like I was her enemy. "You wicked woman!" she screamed. "Because of you, my father, Alpha Daniel, divorced my mother. My dad, Theodore, doesn't want my mom anymore, and other pups call me a mutt! You ruined my mom's life! I hate you! I'll never forgive you, even if you drag me here. When I grow up, I'll kill you to avenge my mom!" Even though I had prepared myself for the worst, a sudden, intense pain shot through my chest. Maybe this was what

