Chapter 14
Chapter 14
Astrid’s POV
The female voice cut through the air, sharp and accusing. "So, this is where you were?"
I turned, my eyes widening as I took in the sight of the woman standing before us. She was beautiful, undeniably so. Her blonde hair flowed freely in soft waves, framing a face that was both delicate and strong. But the most striking thing about her was her protruding stomach, a clear sign that she was pregnant.
"Are you cheating on me again?" she asked, her voice laced with anger.
The words hit me like a slap. Cheating? What the hell? And she was pregnant? My stomach churned with a sudden wave of nausea. I immediately distanced myself from Kaeleen, taking a step back as if burned. How could I have been so stupid? So naive? I had no idea Kaeleen was with someone, let alone someone pregnant. The thought was disgusting.
Kaeleen released a long-suffering sigh. "Rebecca, how long are you going to keep pulling pranks like this?" he asked, his voice laced with exasperation.
The woman – Rebecca – didn’t respond to his question. Instead, her face crumpled, and a look of genuine hurt flashed in her eyes. "Is that what you think this is?" she asked, her voice trembling. "A prank?"
I stared at Kaeleen, my heart pounding in my chest. Disgust warred with confusion. How could he be so callous? So dismissive of her feelings?
"I...I’m so sorry," I stammered, turning to Rebecca. "I had no idea..."
But as I looked at her, something else caught my attention. Her eyes. They were a vibrant shade of green, almost identical to Kaeleen’s. The realization hit me suddenly.