The Pregnant Luna Mated to Ex’s Best Friend (Aria) novel Chapter 181

Chapter 181: Coming Home

Chapter 181: Coming Home

(Aria’s POV)

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I sat in the hospital bed, staring at the faces of the Lewis family gathered around me. My wolf whimpered softly within me, overwhelmed by the whirlwind of emotions coursing through my body. The mysteries that had plagued me for so long were now crystal clear, yet I felt more confused than ever.

The truth about my identity hit me like a tidal wave. I recalled James’s angry outbursts, his harsh words echoing in my mind: “You’re not my sister!”

I had dismissed those words as mere anger, despite Dominic’s persistent warnings about our family dynamics. My constant belief in my identity had been so strong, rooted in the immense love and care I had received from my adoptive parents, Emily and David Summers.

Their affection for me had surpassed even James’s feelings as my supposed sibling. They had loved me unconditionally, never making me feel different or unwanted.

“My dear,” Mrs. Caroline Lewis said gently, her silver hair catching the hospital lighting. “You look exhausted.

You need to rest.”

Her maternal wolf instincts were finally at peace after finding her lost pup. “Once you’ve recovered completely, I’ll take you home to Lewis family territory.”

The word ‘home‘ resonated deeply within me, stirring something profound in my chest. I turned to look at Dominic, who was watching me with warm silver–gray eyes, his powerful Alpha presence providing comfort in

this chaos.

“Home,” I repeated softly, testing the word on my tongue.

For so long, I had believed I was without a true home since my mother Emily’s passing. I had felt vulnerable and alone in the werewolf world, drifting without an anchor.

Without Dominic’s unwavering support, I might have been completely crushed by the weight of these earth–shattering revelations. His cedar scent wrapped around me protectively, grounding me in this moment

of uncertainty.

“Yes, home,” Mrs. Lewis confirmed, her eyes bright with tears of joy. “Where you belong.”

Dr. Nathan Lewis stepped forward, his professional demeanor softened by brotherly affection. “But first, you

need to focus on your recovery and the pup.”

“He’s right,” Dominic agreed, his Alpha authority evident. “Your health comes first.”

During my convalescence at Silvercrest Hospital, I received an abundance of nourishment and care that seemed almost overwhelming. Mrs. Caroline Lewis visited daily, though she kept the visits brief to avoid

disturbing me or overwhelming my fragile pregnant wolf.

“How are you feeling today, my dear?” she would ask, her hands gentle as she arranged fresh flowers by my

bedside.

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“Better each day,” I would respond, and it was true. With proper rest and nutrition, both my body and wolf were healing.

Dr. Lewis monitored my progress with the dedication of both a physician and a brother. “The pup is showing excellent signs of stability,” he reported during one of his examinations.

As my health improved and the pup’s condition stabilized, the doctors finally cleared me for discharge. The relief I felt was immense, my wolf eager to leave the sterile hospital environment.

“I have something I need to do,” I told Dominic as we prepared to leave. “I need to speak with Margaret Summers.”

His silver–gray eyes studied my face intently. “Are you sure you’re ready for that conversation?”

“I need answers,” I replied firmly. “Real answers about how I ended up with the Summers family.”

Dominic nodded, his protective instincts evident. “We’ll go to Moon Valley Residences then. You can call her from there.”

An hour later, Margaret Summers arrived at our apartment, her familiar scent carrying notes of nervousness and anticipation. She greeted Dominic with obvious enthusiasm, her wolf’s scent betraying her gratitude.

“Alpha Dominic,” she said, her voice warm with appreciation. “I can’t thank you enough for everything you’ve done for Aria. Helping her career at the herbal remedy company, providing her with such a wonderful opportunity…”

Dominic’s expression remained neutral as he directed her thanks elsewhere. “Any assistance I provided was for Aria’s sake alone,” he said, his protective instincts evident in his tone.

“She deserves all the support she can get,” he added, his silver–gray eyes focused on me with unmistakable affection.

Margaret waved dismissively at my attempt to thank her. “Nonsense, dear. We’re family. No thanks needed between family members.”

Dominic’s lips curved into a slight, sarcastic smile. “Family relationships in the werewolf world are certainly… complex,” he commented dryly.

Margaret seemed to sense the underlying tension in his words and quickly changed the subject. “Aria, you sounded urgent on the phone. Has something important happened?”

I took a deep breath, my hand instinctively moving to my belly where my pup was growing. “Aunt Margaret, I need to ask you something directly.”

Her smile faltered slightly, though she tried to maintain her composure. “Of course, dear. Anything.”

“Am I not my parents‘ biological daughter?” I asked, my voice steady despite the racing of my heart.

Margaret’s expression shifted, her wolf’s scent changing with deception. “What a strange question! Of course you’re Emily’s daughter. Why would you think otherwise?”

“Because I know the truth,” I said firmly. “I’ve had DNA tests done. I know I’m not biologically related to Emily or David Summers.”

Margaret’s eyes darted quickly to Dominic, clearly assuming he had helped me discover my werewolf origins.

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Her shoulders sagged slightly in defeat.

“I see,” she said quietly. “Alpha Dominic helped you learn about your background.”

“Just answer the question,” I pressed, my wolf stirring with anticipation.

Margaret sighed deeply. “You’re right. You weren’t Emily’s biological child.”

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Despite already knowing the DNA results, hearing it confirmed by Margaret intensified my emotions. My wolf whimpered with the weight of this truth, even though I had been prepared for it.

“I need to know how I came to be with the Summers family,” I said, my voice growing stronger with determination.

Margaret looked uncomfortable, her hands fidgeting in her lap. “Are you sure you want to know? Some truths are better left buried.”

“I’m sure,” I replied firmly. “I need to understand what happened to me.”

She took a deep breath, her wolf’s scent heavy with old memories. “Emily and David found you abandoned as a baby near the neutral territory borders.”

My heart clenched at her words. “Abandoned?”

“You were in terrible condition,” Margaret continued, her voice growing soft with remembered pain. “Nearly starved, covered in insect bites, your wolf barely alive.”

I could barely breathe as she painted this picture of my earliest days. “They saved me?”

“They nursed you back to health,” Margaret confirmed. “Spent weeks caring for you, feeding you, making sure you survived.”

“Did they try to find my biological parents?” I asked, though I suspected I already knew the answer.

Margaret nodded slowly. “They debated it extensively. David wanted to search for your werewolf family, but Emily was afraid.”

“Afraid of what?”

“That your biological pack had deliberately abandoned you,” Margaret explained. “Emily feared that if they found–your original family, you might face further rejection or abandonment.”

Her words hit me like a physical blow. The thought that my biological parents might have intentionally discarded me was horrible to consider.

“So they decided to raise me as their own,” I said, understanding dawning.

“Yes,” Margaret confirmed. “They even moved to a different territory to avoid gossip from other werewolf families about your unknown origins.”

The revelation weighed heavily on my heart. My adoptive parents had genuinely treated me as their own daughter, never making me feel different despite my unknown pack origins.

“They loved you completely,” Margaret added softly. “You were their precious daughter in every way that mattered.”

I felt tears prick my eyes. “What about my adoptive father’s death? You said he died in a car accident.”

Margaret’s expression grew pained. “That’s not the complete truth, I’m afraid.”

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My wolf stirred uneasily within me. “What do you mean?”

“David had been planning a trip to the Northern Territory,” Margaret explained reluctantly. “He had heard rumors through the werewolf community networks about a wealthy family’s missing child who resembled

you.”

My breath caught in my throat. “He was trying to find my biological family?”

“He wanted to investigate,” Margaret confirmed. “He was planning to meet with pack representatives who might have had information about your origins.”

“But he died on the way,” I said, understanding the cruel irony.

“The car accident happened while he was traveling to meet with them,” Margaret said sadly. “He died trying to

give you answers about your past.”

My pregnant wolf stirred with old grief, mourning the man who had sacrificed so much for me. “He died

because of me.”

“No,” Margaret said firmly. “He died because he loved you and wanted to help you understand your heritage.”

She leaned forward, her expression growing concerned. “I need to ask you something, dear. This Lewis family

– are they treating you well?”

Her wolf’s protective instincts flared as she continued. “Are they the ones who originally abandoned you as a

baby? I need to know you’re safe.”

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