Chapter 278
\nMarked By the Pureblood Alpha (Deanna and Luis) novel Chapter 278<\/p>\n
**Chapter 278: He Finds Out She\u2019s Pregnant**<\/p>\n
The tension in the room was palpable as Malcolm\u2019s fist remained suspended in the air, a symbol of the storm brewing within him. The oppressive energy he exuded felt as if it could solidify the very air around them, making it difficult to breathe.<\/p>\n
Finally, after what seemed like an eternity, he lowered his fist with deliberate slowness, his expression hardening. \u201cI\u2019m taking her with me,\u201d he declared, his voice low but commanding.<\/p>\n
Mason\u2019s response was immediate, fueled by indignation. \u201cNo way! I worked hard to get her here!\u201d His voice was a mixture of anger and disbelief as he stepped forward, confronting Malcolm. The two Alphas stood toe-to-toe beside the bed, their pheromones clashing violently, filling the room with an undeniable tension.<\/p>\n
Mason, however, felt no fear in the face of Malcolm. The two packs operated in entirely different realms, and he felt secure in the strength of his own Grisclaw Pack, one of the most formidable in all of Nordvale. He doubted that Malcolm would jeopardize his own pack\u2019s reputation by causing a scene.<\/p>\n
At that moment, Deanna stirred on the bed, her eyelids fluttering as she gradually emerged from her drowsy state. She raised her hand instinctively, shielding her eyes from the harsh overhead light that pierced through the room.<\/p>\n
Malcolm\u2019s gaze softened as he noticed her awakening. He stepped closer, his voice gentle, \u201cDeanna, are you alright?\u201d<\/p>\n
Mason\u2019s anger flared anew as he realized that Deanna\u2019s awakening had completely derailed his plans for the evening. What a waste of an opportunity! In a fit of frustration, he kicked a chair across the room with a loud bang, the sound echoing ominously.<\/p>\n
\u201cMalcolm, you ruined my fun. You\u2019d better watch your back,\u201d he spat, his eyes still glinting with a predatory hunger as he hastily dressed. He glanced back at Deanna one last time, a wicked smile playing on his lips. \u201cWe\u2019ll meet again, sweetheart.\u201d<\/p>\n
Deanna\u2019s heart raced as she met Mason\u2019s vicious glare. In that moment, the gravity of her situation hit her like a tidal wave.<\/p>\n
Her pulse quickened in alarm as she instinctively glanced down to check her clothes, anxiety flooding her senses.<\/p>\n
\u201cDeanna, you\u2019re safe now,\u201d Malcolm reassured her, his tone soothing. \u201cDon\u2019t worry, nothing happened.\u201d<\/p>\n
Yet, despite his comforting words, Deanna felt a tremor of unease. \u201cYou saved me just now, didn\u2019t you? Thank you, Mr. Faulkner,\u201d she managed to say, her voice shaky.<\/p>\n
Malcolm attempted to lighten the mood with a small smile, his eyes twinkling with a hint of mischief. \u201cCan that thank you earn me an extra point with you?\u201d<\/p>\n
Deanna felt her cheeks flush under his intense gaze, and she glanced away, uncertain of how to respond. Just then, a sharp cramp shot through her belly, causing her to wince.<\/p>\n
Panic surged within her as she recalled the incense she had inhaled that night, a lingering fear creeping in\u2014what if it affected the tiny life growing inside her? Her complexion paled instantly as dread washed over her.<\/p>\n
\u201cCan you take me to the hospital? Right now?\u201d she implored, her voice trembling with urgency.<\/p>\n
\u201cYes. And no,\u201d she finally replied, her voice strained as she struggled to articulate her feelings.<\/p>\n
\u201cIs the baby\u2019s father that Alpha from last time?\u201d Malcolm\u2019s voice was soft, almost hesitant as he asked.<\/p>\n
Deanna felt her heart race at the question, but she remained silent, her mind in turmoil. The cramping in her stomach had not subsided, and anxiety gripped her tightly.<\/p>\n
Even with Malcolm sitting beside her, the terror in her heart was unrelenting. If her baby was harmed because of her recklessness, she couldn\u2019t bear to think about it.<\/p>\n
Seeing the distress etched on Deanna\u2019s face, Malcolm felt a pang of heartache. He was still grappling with the shock of her pregnancy, but he knew he needed to be careful with his words.<\/p>\n
\u201cDon\u2019t worry too much,\u201d he said gently, attempting to comfort her. \u201cThe results aren\u2019t back yet. Let me go get you some water. Just wait here for me.\u201d<\/p>\n
As Malcolm stepped away, Deanna found herself staring blankly at her phone, her fingers absently rubbing its surface while her thoughts drifted elsewhere.<\/p>\n
Suddenly, the sound of urgent footsteps echoed down the hall, heavy and rapid, breaking through the haze of her worries. She looked up, her heart pounding as she braced herself for what was to come.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"template":"","class_list":["post-2360","chapter","type-chapter","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/icuow.top\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/chapter\/2360","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/icuow.top\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/chapter"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/icuow.top\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/chapter"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/icuow.top\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2360"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}