Chapter 90 Mason 1 Fifteen minutes later , Alyssa is violently throwing up in the bathroom .
Shes hunched over the toilet , trembling with every heave , while Niko holds her hair back .
I can hear it all too clearly , and my stomach twists in response .
I inch away from the door , swallowing down the bile rising in my own throat .
I can deal with blood and guts , shit , Ive seen enough of that to last a lifetime .
But vomit ! Thats where I draw the line .
King is sitting in the armchair , watching Zuri cruise along the bed , her tiny hands gripping the edge like shes about to take her first steps .
Its only a matter of time before shes walking on her own .
I never thought Id care about kids , but watching her grow these last few months … its a gift I never knew I needed .
Another retch from the bathroom makes my stomach lurch again , and I press a fist against my mouth , trying to keep myself together King laughs quietly , glancing at me with that infuriating smirk of his .
I dont know how your stomach is still so weak after alll these years I shoot him a pointed look .
Trust me , your work makes me nauseous coo just not as much My gaze drifts back towards the bathroom door .
I think its safe to say shes pregnant It definitely isnt my baby , but that doesnt bother me .
I still want to be with her , to raise Zuri and this child with them .
King hums , a sound between satisfaction and comtemplation .
She is .
But it seems our girl wants to stay in denial .
Well leave it be for now , let her process it on her own .
Theres an edge to his voice , that rare vulnerability Alyssa brings out in him .
He doesnt want to push her , doesnt want to lose her , and I get it .
I dont want to lose her either .
So , I guess were all going to live in this little world of delusion where none of us acknowledge the fact shes carrying another child .
I can do that for my little warrior .
We just have to make sure we take care of her , King adds , his voice low but determined , as if grounding himself in his own thoughts .
She doesnt drink or smoke .
Thats one less thing to worry about Hes right , of course .
That means its on us to make sure she eats well and stays healthy .
I dont really know much about pregnancy , but Ill do some research , order some books .
Ill learn whatever I need to so we can do right by her .
Niko finally emerges from the bathroom , Alyssa cradles in his arms .
Her face is pale , her eyes glossy , but theres still a spark of determination in her expression .
He settles her gently on the bed , pulling the blanket over her shoulders like shes made of glass .
Its okay , he murmurs .
Well take care of you She shakes her head weakly .
I must have a stomach bag or something guess thats what well call it for now I rummage through the cabinet above the stove and pull out a pack of saltine crackers .
Crossing the room , I set them beside her on the bed .
Maybe this will help .
I offer gently .
She eyes me for a second before taking one and nibbling on it .
The tension in my chest cases a li little We shouldnt go anywhere until youre feeling better , Niko says carefully , worry etched in every word Alyssas head snaps up , fire blazing in her eyes .
What ? No.
We can leave right now .
Do you really want to throw up in the car ? he counters , his voice calm but firm .
Her jaw Lighters .
She throws the blanket off and bolts upright , grabbing her saltease and yanking it open .
King said we could go home .
Were going home .
Nikos concern deepeni .
Alyssa , dont overexert yourself .
You need to rest She ignores him , her hands moving quickly as she shoves clothes into the suitcase .
I glance at King , who stays silent , his eyes dark and accessing .
I can tell hes not going to stop her .
He made a promise that he doesnt plan on breaking today , Great .
That means theres a good chance shell end up throwing up in the car .
Which means Ill end up throwing up in the car , I kneel beside her , my hand brushing against hers as I gently stop her from packing .
At least let me do it I say , my voice sharper than I intended .
1/2 Chapter 90 Knowing that shes pregnant , a stronger sense of protectiveness has washed over me .
Nikos right , she doesnt need to be doing anything but resting .
even if she isnt ready to accept whats happening .
She pauses , looking up at me with wide eyes .
Dont , she whispers , her voice breaking .
Please dont treat me any differently because you think … Her words trail off her throat working as she fights back tears .
Just dont .
Shit .
Play along .
Play along .
Play along Our little warrior may be strong as hell , but right now she needs this .
My expression softens , and I lean in , pressing a kiss to her forehead .
Thankfully , theres no lingering scent of her sickness .
When I pull back , shes looking at me , something vulnerable and raw shining in ber eyes .
Tll finish packing so we can go home , okay ? I say gently .
I just want you to feel better .
Is it okay if Niko gets you back in bed ? She hesitates , then nods slowly , Okay .
Niko scoops her up with ease and settles her back into bed , brushing her hair away from her face as she snuggles against him .
King gives me a small approving nod .
No words , but they arent needed .

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While 1 pack , King keeps Zari entertained , and Niko stays by Alyssas side .
I feel a swell of pride as I glance back at her , bundled up and nibbling on more crackers that will hopefully settle her stomach .
She listened to me .
I dont have Kings or Nikos dominant energy , but she still wanted to trist me , to obey Its a small victory , but take it 2/2 .