Chapter 168

ANNIE

When I stepped out the next day, the whole Pack was literally upside down.

My heart almost flew out my chest when my gaze landed on Ryan.

"Baby! Why are you here!?" I asked, already dreading like I knew the reason he was here.

He sighed, gaze softening.

"Mom," he called, pity swarming in his eyes.

"No, no, no, no way," I chanted continuously, stepping away from him. I didn't want to listen to him anymore.

I began walking, while he followed after, calling my name.

I ...