Chapitre 10: Ch 10: My Place - Part 2
'I knew I would regret coming here but did not realize I would regret it so soon. I did not think I would be cornered so soon by other mothers and would be asked so many questions.'
Anabella squirmed in her seat, subtly trying to keep as much distance from other mothers as possible.
But no matter how much she backed away or tried to keep this distance, these mothers were determined to get Anabella to speak badly about her husband.
"So, when will you have a baby with your husband? Is it going to be soon?"
"As an omega, we must give our alphas all the kids they want. For instance, my alpha wants me all the time. It has gotten bad enough that he keeps on begging me for more and more sex. I don't know what to do with him anymore!"
The omegas around them looked at each other with envy and knowing looks.
It was clear that they were all together in this bullying session against Anabella, and the reason behind this was clear as well.
Anabella might not go out much, but James was a well-known figure among the kids and their parents in this school.
Daniel's fame had made him quite a few friends and just as many enemies as well. And most of those people would love to mess with Daniel's wife…even if she was not particularly well-liked by him or something.
'And as a result, here I am. Sitting between a hoard of omegas who do not like me and are trying their best to let me know. What a nightmare. If only I did not have to keep up the family reputation…'
Anabella's heart begged her to speak up. But her mind continued to tell her that it was a bad idea and that she should be careful when dealing with these omegas.
It would only take a single rumor for her mother to start her complaint fest and fill Anabella's ear.
'Do not speak or show that you are uncomfortable. Just keep smiling and pretend you know nothing about what is happening.'
And that was what Anabella did. She continued to smile in a way that made her look like a fool.
Of course, the other mothers noticed. But since they knew virtually nothing about Anabella and how she usually behaved, they could not be certain that this was not her usual self.
It made the other mothers feel slightly enraged, but they controlled their expressions quickly.
"Miss Ross, what do you think about all this? Don't you think affection is necessary for a marriage to flourish? I can never imagine being in a relationship…much less married to someone I have no feelings for. What about you?"
A male omega sitting in front of Anabella asked in a level-headed voice. His eyes looked accusingly at Amabella, and she wondered what answer he wanted.
'Is this a new kind of harassment that would continue until I give them an answer? What an annoying bunch of people.'
Anabella wanted an excuse to get away from these people, and thankfully, she got it pretty quickly when a teacher walked toward her with hurried footsteps.
"Excuse me, miss, but you are James's mother, right? Then, can you come with me for a minute? I need your help with something."
The teacher's pale face told Anabella that something major had happened.
But Anabella was not to feel scared or fearful. She looked at the panicking teacher calmly before she stood up and flashed the mother group in front of her a small smile.
"I am sorry, but I need to head out now. I had fun getting to know you all, but it is time for me to head to my son. I hope you don't feel too bad about it."
Anabella smiled as she looked at the stiff faces in front of her. Her smile made most people look at her with a stiff smile.
No one was happy that the homeroom teacher had called Anabella away, but they could not say anything to her either.
The homeroom teacher looked scared and jumpy until they reached the room the teacher wanted.
"So, where is the emergency you told me about, and how much damage do I need to pay for?"
Anabella asked the teacher.
From the look she was getting from the teacher, Anabella could summarize that whatever had happened was severe enough for the teacher to come to her with such a panicked expression.
"Damage? What damage! Did someone say something to you, miss? I am so sorry. Master Ross asked me to make sure nothing happened to you, and when I saw all those people cornering you, I assumed…I apologize if I caused you some trouble."
The female quickly apologized for helping Anabella out, and the picture became clearer in Anabella's mind.
The only person who was called 'Master Ross was her father-in-law.
Since he had suggested that James take Anabella here, she was sure the older man had prepared to ensure that Anabella would not have a hard time.
But still. She had also not expected the older man to include the teachers in his scheme.
'Looks like my father-in-law decided to take extra special care of me. I should call him later to convey my gratitude to him.'
For now, Anabella smiled pleasantly at the female standing before her. She needed to calm down the mess that was this teacher.
"Thank you for helping me out, but I am fine now. You can tell your employee there is no need to go out of your way to help me next time."
Anabella assured the teacher, who looked happier after hearing this.
They were about to head back when Anabella heard the sound of fighting. One of the voices coming from the classroom sounded familiar to her, and she immediately turned toward the school to check.
"-she is not my mother! My mother is a wonderful omega, and my father is courting. Stop lying to me about all this. Mother and father have told me all about it-"
James's voice reached Anabella's ears. But even if he had not been yelling, she could have told that the yeller was James based on the high concentration of Alpha pheromones in the air.
Anabella's first instinct was to turn around and head out. This was not her problem, and James was not her responsibility.
That had been clearly stated in the rules and contract she and James signed.
But something called the 'social attitude' demanded Anabella step up and ensure that James was fine.
"Well, I did not lie! Your father married that omega, so that makes her your mother. I asked my mother and the teacher about it, and she said this is how it works. You cannot just not call her your mother if she is one by law."
The other kid was a pre-alpha and looked as angry as James.
James's pheromones were beginning to make other kids and adults uncomfortable, but no one wanted to head close to her.
"Madam, I am so sorry that you have to see this. I will quickly send them all back and ensure they do not fight…. Madam…"
The teacher asked helplessly as they watched Anabella walk toward James before stopping behind him.
The adult omega reached out her hands and grabbed James before picking him up.
"Let me go! Who the hell do you think you are-"
James asked before he got a good look at Anabella and froze.
"Y-You-!"
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