Sold as the Alpha King’s Breeder

Chapter 48 Is Sex Safe During Pregnancy?

The smell of the clinic turned my nose up a bit.

Ever since I had become pregnant, I had developed an aversion to many different smells. The smell of

the capitol hospital was at the top of my “dislike” list. However, today, I was thrilled to be here.

“Good morning, Rosalie!” Estrella greeted me with a warm smile.

I eyed Estrella, thinking. She was in charge of my health… did she know?

She had been so supportive of me all along, though. I was certain she wasn’t involved in Ethan’s plan.

“Hey, Estrella.” I smiled sweetly, trying to remain positive. “Do we get to see the baby today?”

“That’s the plan. We’ll try and get a proper ultrasound done today. I know that last time we couldn’t see

much because you were too early, but I think, by now, we should be able to get a real picture.”

Despite everything that was going on lately, this was something I had been waiting for. I was excited to

see my child.

“Yes. I could barely sleep last night thinking about it.”

“Let me take a look at you.” Estrella started checking my vitals. “Have you been losing some sleep

lately? High quality rest is important, dear.”

She pulled out a piece of paper and started writing something down. “I’ve got some pills-herbal medicine-

that can help you sleep better and are safe for pregnancy. You can take one or two as needed.”

I nodded. I couldn’t tell her that woke up from nightmares during the night.

Then she smiled and gestured toward the table. Looking at her watch, she asked, “Is the Alpha still not

here yet?”

“Um.. it seems so,” I replied.

My feelings towards Ethan had gotten more and more confusing, even for me. I should’ve been happy

about his more frequent visits, lessened restriction and growing patience, but I couldn’t.

When I thought about how I had a certain death ahead of me, most things didn’t bother me anymore.

Still, it felt strange to enjoy the company of the man who would take my life.

But I couldn’t help it. I rationalized it as making the most of the days I had left.

Besides, Ethan’s behavior had been almost… tender the past few days. I had felt myself starting to let go

of my anger toward him.

But then Madalynn swept in and tore the rose-tinted filter from my life, forcing me to face the stark reality.

It was ugly–but it also held hope.

If I chose to accept Madalynn’s offer, I would need to be independent and strong, for myself and for my

child. I could rely on no one but myself.

I chose to be here alone because I believed this moment belonged to me. I wanted to meet my precious

baby for the first time as their mother.

But of course, Estrella didn’t know my secret.

“I’m so excited, Estrella” | effused. “Is there any way to speed things up?”

Estrella chucked at my enthusiasm. But really, I was just giddy with relief that Ethan hadn’t shown up.

If Ethan was here, it would throw a bucket of cold water over what I wanted to be a sweet moment

between mother and future child. I knew that Ethan would be warm and gentle – but I also knew he only

did that for the baby, not for me.

Estrella shook her head with a smile. “Alright, impatient young lady, let’s get started.”

As I laid down, she brought the ultrasound machine across my stomach to try to pick up a view of the

fetus within. I held my breath as I stared at the screen.

The door to the room opened, and in stepped the one person I was hoping wouldn’t be here, Ethan.

My heart skipped a beat.

“Alpha, great timing! I wasn’t sure if Rosalie told you about the schedule change,” Estrella said with a

grin, looking at me.

“She didn’t,” Ethan said flatly.

All I could do was to pretend I didn’t hear him.

Luckily, again, I had the perfect built-in excuse of being pregnant.

“Oh! It must have slipped her mind pregnancy brain fog is a terribly common thing, especially during first

pregnancy. Don’t pay it any mind,” Estrella commented, trying to reassure him about the situation.

The look she gave me, meanwhile, said that she knew I didn’t tell him on purpose.

I sighed inwardly.

“Is that the baby right there?” I asked, changing the subject.

She squinted, looking at the screen. Then a smile spread across her face.

“Yes! There it is.” She chuckled before looking over her shoulder at Ethan.

The moment I saw the shape of my child’s adorable tiny body, tears welled up in my eyes. The little one

lay there, safe inside my belly.

I knew we were connected. They were part of me, and I could almost feel their heartbeat rhyme with

mine.

I would do anything for them. Regardless of what a disaster my life had been, I couldn’t be more grateful

to be a mother.

“Estrella, there isn’t any picture in the world more beautiful than this…” | murmured to myself.

Ethan was also quiet. I couldn’t tell what might be going through his mind.

“How is the baby?” He finally asked in a serious tone, as if its physical well-being was the only thing he

actually cared about.

Overall, the pregnancy is going amazingly. The baby looks very healthy and strong. Nothing to worry

about.” Estrella’s words were a big relief for me.

She turned around and instructed me, “Just please remember to stick to your diet, and take it easy.”

Chapter 48 Is Sex Safe During Pregnancy?

I nodded, wiping my tears away. They were tears full of happiness.

But Ethan’s next question struck me.

“Boy or girl?” he asked in an even tone.

Bitterness built up in my heart. Why did it matter?

I looked towards him with disappointment. Boy or girl, the baby should be loved either way.

But I knew my opinions on child-rearing didn’t really matter to him.

Ethan turned to face me, the dark gaze in his eyes revealing some undercurrent that I could not quite

understand.

I met his gaze firmly, refusing to submit to his authority. I might have been a mere breeder, but I was the

baby’s mother, and I needed to stand up for my child.

The tension in the room seemed skyrocketed, and Estrella shot me a hesitant glance before she replied

to her Alpha, “It’s too early to tell.”

Ethan didn’t comment further, but I was surprised to capture a glimpse of relief from his eyes.

What was he thinking?

“Sweetie, keep yourself hydrated.” Estrella poured me a cup of water and helped me sit up from the bed.

Then she walked towards her desk to print out the pictures.

Ethan followed her. “Estrella… Is sex safe during pregnancy?”

I choked on my drink.

Estrella obviously did not expect this question, so she stuttered, “Um…well, technically, yes.”

Ethan glared at her, and she added, “I mean-yes, it is.”

She grabbed a few small photos and handed them to me.

“Thank you, Estrella,” I replied as she looked between the two of us.

Before I could say anything else, she made her way from the room, leaving Ethan and me alone.

“Here…” I said softly as I handed him one of the photos. “One for you to keep.”

Ethan took it, his eyes staring down at it with curiosity before he slid it into a pocket in his jacket-a secret

location for only him to know.

Seeing him cherish the picture brought a smile on my face.

“Um •may I go back now?” I had already gotten up to leave, but I still asked out of politeness.

However, as I reached for the door, Ethan spoke. “What’s going on, Rosalie? Why did you not tell me

about the appointment?”

I didn’t want to have this conversation with him right now. The pain inside of me was too heavy, and with

what I had planned for myself, I just couldn’t do it.

“I’m doing well. Sorry, maybe my hormones make me a little out of sorts.”

“Rosalie,” he said with a commanding tone to his voice. “Tell me the truth,”

I looked at the ground and shook my head.

There was nothing left to tell. He had his secrets; well, now I had mine.