Chapter 239 - Ten Week Pregnant

His mannerism... Gloria couldn't help but let out a faint scoff. 

"Of course. We couldn't have a proper talk because your father was there with us, so I hope you don't mind to make a time for it."

Clyde didn't say anything and just slightly bowed his head, then followed Gloria's line of sight towards the sculpture of the apple tree.

The old woman sighed. "I won't try to right whatever you've heard from others about me, especially when it comes to the truth related to your birth. But..."  Gloria halted with a sigh, then continued, "I just want you to know that I did everything I thought was the best for everyone. I promised your late grandfather to protect his empire and family."

Her words came across as nothing but the opposite when it reached the Alpha's ears. How come she still had the courage to face him and say that she was protecting his family when nobody else could have inflicted more damages to everyone than her?