The Pregnant Luna Mated to Ex’s Best Friend (Aria) novel Chapter 193

Chapter 193: Questions and Revelations

Chapter 193: Questions and Revelations

Chapter 193: Questions and Revelations

(Aria’s POV)

The gentle rocking of the small speedboat beneath us should have been comforting, but my mind was racing with questions. The salt air mixed with Dominic’s familiar cedar scent as I rested against his chest, feeling the steady rhythm of his heartbeat through his wet shirt.

“Dominic,” I said softly, my voice still hoarse from the seawater I’d swallowed. “How did you know where to

find me?”

His silver–gray eyes met mine, filled with a mixture of relief and something darker. “Alexander told us about Viktor’s ship and its destination.”

“Alexander?” I sat up straighter, my pregnant wolf stirring with confusion. “But how could he know? And why

would he help?”

Dominic’s jaw tightened slightly. “He’s in territorial custody now. When the authorities questioned him about your k********g, he provided details about Viktor Kane’s operation and this island.”

I processed this information slowly. “He’s actually helping us?”

“It seems so,” Dominic replied, his powerful Alpha presence radiating protective satisfaction. “Though I suspect he realized that helping us find you was his only chance at avoiding even harsher punishment.”

My hand moved instinctively to my belly, feeling the gentle movement of our pup. “You could have found me anyway, couldn’t you? Through your Shadow Pack’s intelligence network?”

“Yes,” he admitted, his voice carrying quiet confidence. “But Alexander’s information saved us precious time. Every minute counted.”

I considered this carefully. Despite everything Alexander had done to me, despite the k********g and the terror, I found myself feeling a strange sense of closure rather than anger.

“Maybe this means my grievances with him should end,” I said thoughtfully. “He’s paying for his crimes through the territorial justice system now.”

Dominic’s eyes searched my face. “You’re remarkably forgiving.”

“I’m exhausted from carrying hatred,” I replied honestly. “And I have more important things to focus on now.”

But even as I spoke, another troubling thought surfaced. “Dominic, there’s something that’s been bothering

1. me. How did Alexander know about your meeting with the dress designer? And how did his men know about

the security layout of our territory?”

Dominic’s expression darkened, his Alpha authority suddenly sharp and dangerous. “What do you mean?”

“Think about it,” I pressed, my wolf’s instincts telling me this was important. “Alexander’s mercenaries neutralized the hidden security measures around our home too efficiently. They knew exactly where everything was positioned.”

His silver–gray eyes flashed with cold fury. “You think there was an inside accomplice.”

Chapter 193 Questions and Revelations

“I can’t think of any other explanation,” I said, though the thought made my stomach turn. “But the only people

with access to our territory are…”

“Are family members,” Dominic finished grimly. “Lewis family members.”

The implications hit me like a physical blow. “No. No, that’s impossible. My family would never betray me

“Aria,” Dominic said gently, but his voice carried unmistakable certainty. “Someone gave Alexander detailed

information about our security arrangements and our daily routines.”

My pregnant wolf whimpered within me as I tried to process this betrayal. “Who could it be? Dr. Nathan has been nothing but kind to me. Mrs. Caroline and Dr. Michael have welcomed me with open arms. Even Alison

has been supportive.”

“I’m still investigating,” Dominic said carefully, his tone suggesting he had suspicions but wasn’t ready to

share them. “But I promise you, whoever betrayed us will face justice.”

The cold determination in his voice made me shiver. When Dominic spoke of justice, it usually meant swift

and severe consequences.

Before I could respond, my stomach let out a loud growl, the sound embarrassingly audible over the engine noise. The stress and terror of the past hours had left me famished.

Dominic’s expression immediately softened with concern. “You’re hungry. Of course you are.”

He reached into a waterproof bag and pulled out an energy bar, unwrapping it with careful hands. “Here. It’s not much, but it’ll help.”

I took the bar gratefully, my wolf’s instincts responding to the sustenance. “Thank you.”

As I ate, I found myself thinking about the mysterious traitor in my family. The betrayal felt like a wound that

hadn’t yet begun to heal.

“Dominic,” I started to say, but my words were interrupted by a massive explosion somewhere nearby on the

water.

The sound was deafening, a deep boom that seemed to shake the very air around us. My pregnant wolf immediately panicked, whimpering anxiously within me as I grabbed onto Dominic’s arm.

“What was that?” I gasped, my heart hammering against my ribs.

Dominic’s powerful Alpha presence immediately wrapped around me like a protective shield. “It’s okay,” he said calmly, though his eyes were scanning the horizon with tactical awareness. “That’s our reinforcements.”

As if to confirm his words, the sharp c***k of gunfire erupted across the water. Multiple weapons were firing

in coordinated bursts, the sounds echoing off the waves.

“Your Shadow Pack allies?” I asked, though I already knew the answer.

“Yes,” Dominic confirmed, his voice carrying satisfaction. “They’re securing the area and dealing with Viktor’s remaining forces.”

Relief flooded through me so suddenly and completely that it left me dizzy. We were finally safe. The nightmare was finally over.

“We’re really rescued?” I whispered, hardly daring to believe it.

“We’re really rescued,” Dominic confirmed, pulling me closer against his chest. “Viktor Kane will never hurt you

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again.”

The combination of relief, exhaustion, and the stress my body had endured suddenly overwhelmed me. The

adrenaline that had kept me functioning during the escape was finally fading, leaving me weak and

disoriented.

“Dominic,” I said, my voice becoming faint. “I feel…”

The world began to spin around me. My pregnant wolf whimpered as consciousness started to slip away, the toll of the ordeal finally catching up with both of us.

“Aria!” Dominic’s voice was sharp with alarm. “Aria, stay with me!”

But darkness was already closing in, and I felt myself falling into unconsciousness despite his desperate

calls.

When awareness slowly returned, I found myself in a sterile hospital room, the familiar scent of antiseptic and medical supplies filling my nostrils. Soft lighting and the steady beep of monitoring equipment created a

peaceful atmosphere.

“Aria?” Mrs. Caroline Lewis’s voice was filled with relief and maternal concern. “Oh, thank the moon goddess,

you’re awake.”

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