Hazel POV
The silence in the Royal Cathedral was absolute.
Hundreds of eyes were locked on me — alphas, nobles, journalists, the most powerful werewolves in the world. My simple white dress suddenly felt like armor. My heart thundered so loudly I was sure everyone could hear it.
Asher stared at me from the altar, his face a mask of shock. Callie stood beside him, her extravagant gown suddenly looking ridiculous in the face of my quiet defiance.
I took one more step forward.
“I’m not here to cause trouble for the sake of drama,” I said, my voice carrying through the stunned hall. “I’m here because you all deserve to know the truth.”
I placed both hands protectively over my rounded belly. The baby kicked hard, as if sensing the moment.
“I am pregnant,” I announced clearly, loudly, let
