My Alpha Called Her Child His, Not Mine

I arrived at the Moon Fang Medical Station a bit early for my prenatal checkup. Alpha Vincent said he had patrol duty at the border and couldn’t come with me. I didn’t question it. He was an Alpha, and he had responsibilities. But just as I walked past the exam room hallway, I heard his voice. “Look here—this is the claw bone forming already. So sharp.” He was smiling. That warm, deep voice—he only used it when he was genuinely happy. “You’re sure that’s a claw? It looks kind of soft…” a soft voice replied. Omega Rosa. I took a slow step forward. The door wasn’t fully shut. Inside, Alpha Vincent was standing next to the glowing prenatal image panel. One of his arms was around Omega Rosa’s waist, his other hand pointing gently at the screen. She leaned into him like they were mated. “She’ll probably develop Alpha traits,” Alpha Vincent said with a small chuckle. “She?” Omega Rosa blinked up at him. “Just a guess.” His voice was so gentle it made my chest tighten. “Isabella Silver?” a nurse called from the hallway. “Your exam room is ready.” Alpha Vincent froze. He turned his head slowly, his eyes landing on me. I stood still. “Isabella?” he whispered, shocked. “You said you had patrol duty,” I said softly. “I—Omega Rosa messaged me last night. She wasn’t feeling well. I was nearby. I thought I’d… check on her.” “Didn’t you say stress is bad for pregnant Omegas?” I asked. “Yet you came here instead of with me.” He didn’t respond. Omega Rosa stepped forward quickly. “It’s my fault, Isabella. I begged him. He wanted to go with you, I swear.” I forced a small smile. “You don’t have to apologize. I understand how it is for… us Omegas.” “Isabella.” Alpha Vincent stepped closer and gently took my hand. “I didn’t forget your checkup. I just… remember it wrong.” “Did you forget who the father of my child is?” My voice trembled slightly. He didn’t answer immediately. “Is it yours?” I asked again. “I… I agreed to say it is,” he said quietly. “Just to protect her.” “Protect her?” I stared at him. “What about protecting me? Or our child?” “Her family would exile her. If they find out she’s pregnant without a mate, she’ll be cast out. I couldn’t let that happen.” I pulled my hand away. “And so, you just… claimed her child?” “It’s temporary. Once she gives birth, I’ll make everything right.” “You also said I was your one and only Luna. Does that mean anything anymore?” Alpha Vincent reached out again, pulling me into his arms. “Don’t be like this,” he whispered. “You’ll stress the baby.” His chest was still warm. Still familiar. But his scent… wasn’t the same. “She means nothing to me,” he added quickly. “I swear. I just couldn’t leave her like that.” I didn’t respond. “Let me stay with you for your checkup,” he said. “Please.” I nodded. — Alpha Vincent held my hand the entire time. He smiled at the healer, asked questions about the pup’s development, and even helped me down from the exam bed. Just like before. Like nothing had changed. On the way back to the den, he drove quietly. Then, out of nowhere, “Let’s have dinner together tonight. I asked the kitchen to make your favorite—braised shadow rabbit.” I gave a vague nod. But his communication stone lit up. Omega Rosa. He hesitated, then answered. “Omega Rosa?” “My chest’s tight. My heartbeat’s too fast…” she said, her voice trembling slightly. He looked at me. “Go,” I said. He frowned. “You sure?” “She needs you.” He reached over, gently kissed the back of my hand. “I’ll come back later.” I got out of the car. Walked toward the den. He stayed there, watching me. Just as I reached the door, I turned slightly. “Do you… think I’m in the way now?” I asked softly. He didn’t answer.