Single Mother of a Werewolf Baby

Chapter 4 - Choice

Eleanor's mind raced at full speed. A constant beeping sound echoed in her ears, a steady rhythm that felt oddly distant. The faint scent of antiseptic filled her nostrils, but she was in no mood to acknowledge these minor details.

"What should I do?" she thought, her heart pounding. "This baby... it's theirs. Those bastards. It would be best to erase this stain from my life."

But then, a different thought surfaced, one that made her stomach twist in conflict. "Life... This baby is still alive."

It wasn't just a reminder; it was a truth that struck her deeply. "Although it came to me in a way I never wanted, it is still mine. My baby."

She recalled Ethan's words. If she chose to become a werewolf, she could alter the baby's lineage. She could give it a new father... one that was not tied to the horrors of her past. Wouldn't it be better to change the baby's father instead of killing it?

But then, another question arose. "Who would be the father? Ethan?" Her heart wavered at the thought.

"And what will happen if I become a werewolf?" The possibilities churned in her mind. "Would I be able to live like a human if I wanted?" She had never suspected Ethan was a werewolf until now. "If he could hide it so well, then maybe I could too."

Still, doubt lingered. "What are the downsides? If I let go of my humanity, what kind of life will I have?" Her mind wandered aimlessly until exhaustion pulled her into sleep.

In the darkness of her dreams, a soft voice called out. "Mom! Don't leave me! I want to be with you. Please, Mom! I promise I'll be good."

Eleanor's breath hitched as she saw a small child clinging desperately to her leg. Its tiny fingers grasped her as though she were his only lifeline. She tried to see his face, but the child kept his head lowered. A sense of loss and sorrow weighed heavy on her chest.

you?" Before

heaved as she tried to steady her breath, but the panic from the

Ethan rushed in. "What happened?" he asked urgently, his sharp eyes scanning her

water over her. She met Ethan's concerned gaze, unable

long moment, they simply stared at each other, a silent conversation passing between them. Then, breaking the silence, Eleanor voiced the question that had been

werewolf," she asked carefully, "do I have to marry the one who turns me and my

need to marry anyone. You'll become part of the pack, but that's it. You will need to follow the pack's rules and our ancient traditions, but nothing more. It's

an option to choose the

but me. In our family, only my father and I have the ability to perform the blood ritual. I don't want to sound selfish, but

"Sorry, that was a poorly worded question. Right now, I'm not ready to accept any kind of relationship after what happened to me. I just wanted to make things clear. You are one of my best friends, and I don't want to cause trouble

from human ones. I will be your child's father in name, but nothing more. And although you will be under my lineage as your turner, I promise

his eyes. She

I want to save my

worry about my future. Right now, the priority is you and your child. Let

door opened, and Dr. Selene Raynor entered. Her golden

Eleanor," she greeted warmly. "It's nice to finally meet you properly. Since you've made your decision, we must act quickly. Although I've done my best to stabilize your pregnancy,

last time. Are you absolutely certain? The blood ritual will change your

exhaled slowly before nodding. "I

remain unconscious from the beginning. The transformation is incredibly painful. Your body will break and reshape itself to accommodate the werewolf blood. Given your current condition, you will likely