Hunter POV
The next morning, I woke up to a violent pounding on the door. I groaned, dragging myself up to swing it open. "What the f**k, Hunter? It's time for Charlotte's check-up. Get ready!" Mom yelled right in my face. Charlotte stood just behind her, clutching her flat belly and looking at me as if I had just struck her. I know I seemed cold towards her, but I honestly didn't care. She wasn't my mate; she was a vessel to carry my heir.
I had been crystal clear about the terms when she accepted the arrangement. She had no right to be offended by my distance. Her feelings didn't matter to me. But I had to keep up appearances for the Council. "Give me a few minutes. The doctor can wait," I said, brushing past them to head back to the guest bathroom. I took a fast shower, dressed, and w
