Emily pov.

My son refused to talk to me throughout the day, so I decided to give him some space. I have made up my mind, and that is the decision I will follow.

I stood outside of my castle alone, having chosen to be by myself. I just wanted to be alone and contemplate the future ahead—whether I should remarry or not.

After a while, I felt a movement behind me. As I turned around, I saw my beta standing there, gazing at me.

"Alpha, you look troubled. Is anything the matter?" he inquired.

I looked at him, wiping away the tears on my face before managing a smile....