Chapter 120

Brielle's POV

I was nervous the whole time, but I am glad I was with Blake. What Kyra was saying made a lot of sense. Although I never read too much into it, I know that no living ham can acquire hellfire. I was just hoping there would be an easy way out of this mess.

I was a witch, but I must admit that I never got to fully develop. I was a novice witch. I can't say I wish I had stayed at the coven with my mother because then my life would have been miserable. I lived with her, but she was a control freak. She wanted to keep me sheltered and away from the world. I felt like a bird in a cage. I wanted to go out and experience the world, live among the people and be a part of the bigger world.

I get that she wanted to protect us, but I didn't want to live in darkness without ever experiencing the beauty of the world and life. In any case, it's all in the past. What's done is done. Even so, I hope to become a better mom to my child. I hope I can do it.

Blake looks at me when Kyra mentioned a demon pact. I nodded my head at him to assure him that everything was fine.

" Alright. We understand. How and when would it be suitable for us to proceed with the summoning of the demon?"

" Any day you want. But I have to warn you, it's not going to be easy. Anything can go wrong. I will try my best to support you, but the success of this is up to you."

" Thanks a lot Kyra. We will come back another day so we can do what is necessary. We'll go back now and prepare."

We got up, said goodbye, and we were about to leave, but Kyra stopped me.

" Can I talk to you? It won't take long."

" Go ahead, Blake. I'll be there in some time."

Blake, being overprotective of me, was a little reluctant to leave, but he eventually left us by ourselves. I was wondering why she would ask me to stay back.

" I'm sorry if I am overstepping. But I have noticed something that I don't think your mate has noticed or knows about?"

I froze for a second. I was stunned for a moment. How could I forget that she would be able to pick up on these things. She must have figured it out. Even so, I decided to play dumb.

" I--I don't know what you mean?"

She smiled at me knowingly. I could fool her. She reached out for my hand and I flinched away, out of reflex.

She reached out for my hand and placed it on my stomach.

" I'm pretty sure you know what I mean. You are expecting a baby. That is a good thing. So why are you not sharing this happiness with your mate?"

" It's not the right time. I thought I would definitely tell him after everything was settled."

" How can you not? What you are planning to do is dangerous. He should know about it."

"It is important for us to remove the threat to our lives. No matter what, we have to do this. And if anything happens, I don't want him to feel bad or regretful."

" It's your choice, but I hope you rethink it. You seem like a nice girl, so I'll try my best to make sure that everything goes well."

I felt a sense of relief that she would at least look out for me. Hopefully nothing bad happens.

" Thank you, Kyra. I'll leave now."

I left the house and went to the car. Blake bombarded me with questions. I told him that she wanted to talk about women's stuff. Of course, he did not buy that, but he didn't push me to explain. My heart was heavy with guilt. I was holding back what could be that biggest joy of his life. It was wrong, but I know Blake. Once he finds out about my pregnancy, he will not allow me to do anything that might harm me.

We are so close to getting what we want. Just a little longer and I will tell him. Then, we will be free of this cursed fate and be able to be happy without worry. It will be worth it in the end.

When we got back to the house, fatigue hit me. I went straight to the room to get some rest. Blake said he was going to meet Xavier and Julian to inform them about the situation. I just wanted to lay down and forget about all my problems, just for a little while.

I placed my hand on my stomach. That's the way I like to connect to my baby. I can't wait to have a bump and feel her or him move and kick.

" Just a little longer, my dear. When the time comes, you will get to hear daddy's voice. He will sing you a lullaby. I'm not sure if he can, but I'm sure that he will do anything for you."

I smiled at the thought. Have I even heard Blake sing before? I don't think I have. I don't know how to sing as well, but I guess that Blake and I will both learn to sing. I want to do a lot of things. So many thoughts are running through my mind. I am even itching to start baby shopping.

I bet Morgan will be thrilled about it. Romi is going to have a friend. I can't wait for our kids to grow up together. We'll be a normal family at last. Well... not entirely normal but happy.

I soon fell asleep. It has been a very long day. Hopefully, the days ahead are more peaceful and fulfilling. That is all I want.