The Pregnant Luna Mated to Ex’s Best Friend (Aria) novel Chapter 178

Chapter 178: The Truth Behind the Imposter

Chapter 178: The Truth Behind the Imposter

(Aria’s POV)

Dominic immediately got up from his chair beside my bed, his powerful Alpha presence radiating protective concern. He moved with swift, predatory grace to the door, checking outside the ward before closing it firmly

to block out the noise.

Dominic ignored my question completely, his silver–gray eyes focusing entirely on me as he returned to my bedside. His cedar scent wrapped around me protectively, a familiar comfort that immediately began to

soothe my agitated wolf.

“Are you hungry?” he asked instead, his voice gentle and caring. “I had Hunter Hayes order your favorite chicken and herb soup from that little place you like near the herbal remedy company.”

Before I could protest that I wasn’t particularly hungry, he was already moving with efficient purpose. He pulled out several containers from a insulated bag I hadn’t noticed before, setting up a small portable table

across my hospital bed.

“Dominic, really, I don’t need-”

“You need to eat regularly,” he interrupted, his Alpha authority softening with devotion. “The doctor said proper nutrition is crucial for both you and the pup.”

He quickly filled the small table with several dishes, including the promised chicken and h

Soup, warm

venison stew that smelled heavenly, fresh bread still warm from the bakery, and what appeared to be my

favorite berry tart.

I blinked in surprise at the sheer amount of food. “This is enough to feed a small pack,” I commented, though my stomach responded with an involuntary growl at the delicious aromas.

“Just eat,” Dominic said with a gentle smile, helping me sit up more comfortably in bed. “I’ll join you.”

He pulled his chair closer and began serving himself portions from the various dishes. His presence was so warm and reassuring that I found myself temporarily forgetting about the Lewis family’s complicated affairs.

Perhaps it was best not to interfere in such complex pack matters anyway. After all, I had my own concerns to focus on my recovery, my pregnancy, and the safety of our unborn pup.

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The chicken and herb soup was exactly as I remembered, rich and comforting with the perfect blend of healing herbs that seemed to strengthen my wolf. The venison stew was tender and flavorful, and the fresh bread was still warm enough to melt the butter I spread on it.

“This is delicious,” I murmured, feeling my energy returning with each bite.

Dominic watched me eat with obvious satisfaction, his silver–gray eyes soft with affection. “Good. You need

to regain your strength.”

We ate in comfortable silence for several minutes, the chaos outside seeming distant and unimportant. His protective presence made me feel secure despite the hospital setting, and I found myself relaxing for the first time since the bathroom incident.

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Suddenly, the door burst open without warning. Dr. Nathan Lewis stormed into the room, looking completely distraught. His usually professional demeanor was completely shattered, his brown hair disheveled and his medical coat wrinkled.

“Nathan,” Dominic said calmly, setting down his fork. “Did the fake escape?”

His silver–gray eyes sharpened with Alpha authority, instantly alert to the potential threat. His cedar scent shifted, becoming more intense and protective.

“No, she’s still here,” Dr. Lewis replied, his voice tight with frustration. “But she’s refusing to talk. She won’t say anything about where my real sister is.”

His wolf’s scent was heavy with anxiety and desperation. Dark circles under his eyes suggested he had been awake for hours, probably trying to extract information from the imposter.

“Of course she’s not talking,” Dominic said, his tone carrying a note of criticism. “You’re approaching this all wrong, Nathan.”

Dr. Lewis’s eyebrows furrowed. “What do you mean?”

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“Think about it,” Dominic explained, his Alpha instincts reading the situation clearly. “This woman knows that information about your sister’s whereabouts is the only leverage she has. She’s probably aware that revealing

it could be used against her.”

His powerful presence radiated skepticism as he continued. “She’s either holding it back to save herself from whatever consequences she’s facing, or she’s trying to gain something from it.”

Dr. Lewis slumped against the doorframe, his professional composure cracking further. supposed to do? Just let her sit there while my real sister could be in danger?”

“Did she reveal who was behind her?” Dominic asked, his voice sharp with interest.

at am I

“She claims she acted alone,” Dr. Lewis replied, though his tone suggested he didn’t believe it either.

Dominic’s expression darkened. “Bullshit. A operation this elaborate, creating fake DNA results, infiltrating a family – that requires resources and planning beyond what one person could manage.”

His silver–gray eyes flashed dangerously. “Someone is pulling her strings. The question is who.”

Dr. Lewis ran his hands through his hair in frustration. “She did say one thing. She told me she would reveal

everything who’s behind this, where my sister.is, all of it – but only if I give her a million moon–silver.”

My eyes widened at the astronomical sum. A million moon–silver was enough to buy a small territory in the

Northern Region.

“And if I don’t pay,” Dr. Lewis continued, his voice breaking slightly, “she said I’ll never see my sister again.”

His wolf’s anxiety was palpable in the air, the scent of desperation growing stronger with each word.

“Should I just give her the money?” he asked, looking between Dominic and me with desperate hope. “If it

means finding my sister…”

“Absolutely not,” Dominic said firmly, his Alpha authority brooking no argument. “That would be a complete waste of resources and would set a dangerous precedent.”

His powerful presence filled the room as he stood up, his protective instincts clearly triggered by the threat to pack security.

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“Besides,” he added, his tone becoming calculating, “paying her would only confirm that she has something valuable to hide. It would make her more dangerous, not less.”

Dr. Lewis looked even more worried, his wolf’s anxiety spiking. “But what about my mother? This whole situation is destroying her. She’s been asking for Lily constantly, and when I try to explain that the woman isn’t really her daughter…”

His voice trailed off, the pain evident in his expression. “Her mental state is becoming unstable again. The stress is affecting her fragile condition.”

I felt a pang of sympathy for Mrs. Lewis. Having experienced her maternal kindness firsthand, I knew how devastating this betrayal would be for her.

“I’ll make the woman talk,” Dominic said, his voice dropping to a dangerous whisper.

The Alpha authority in his tone made it clear this wasn’t a suggestion but a promise. The temperature in the room seemed to drop several degrees.

“But first,” he continued, “I need you to bring Alexander to the hospital.”

Both Dr. Lewis and I stared at him in shock. My pregnant wolf whimpered with confusion, unable to understand why Dominic would want my former mate involved in this situation.

“Alexander?” Dr. Lewis questioned, his professional instincts warring with his desperation to find his sister. “Why would we need him? What does he have to do with this?”

Dominic’s expression was unreadable, his silver–gray eyes holding secrets I couldn’t decip Just bring him

here, Nathan. Trust me on this.”

“But I don’t understand-”

“You want to find your sister, don’t you?” Dominic interrupted, his Alpha authority emphasizing the urgency.

“Then do as I ask. This is important.”

Dr. Lewis hesitated for a moment, then nodded reluctantly. “Alright. I’ll contact him immediately.”

After Dr. Lewis left, closing the door behind him, I turned to Dominic with questioning eyes. My pregnant wolf was still stirring with confusion about his motivations.

“Why do you want Alexander to come?” I asked, my voice soft but insistent. “What does he have to do with finding Dr. Lewis’s sister?”

Dominic returned to his chair beside my bed, his cedar scent wrapping around me protectively. But there was something guarded in his expression, a calculation that made me realize he wasn’t telling me everything.

“It’s just a test,” he said vaguely, his powerful hands reaching out to adjust my blankets with tender care.

“A test for what?”

“I suspect Alexander may have something to do with this situation,” he replied, though his tone was carefully

neutral.

I frowned, my wolf’s instincts telling me there was more to this than he was revealing. “How could he be involved? Alexander has his own problems with the Storm Pack’s business troubles. He wouldn’t have time to

orchestrate something like this.”

“Maybe not directly,” Dominic conceded, his silver–gray eyes studying my face. “But there are connections |

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need to confirm.”

His evasive answer only increased my confusion. “What kind of connections?”

“I’m trying to confirm something,” he said, his voice becoming even more guarded. “Something that’s been bothering me since this whole situation started.”

I wanted to press him for more details, but his expression made it clear that he wasn’t ready to share

whatever suspicions he was harboring. My pregnant wolf whimpered with frustration at being kept in the

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