Derek's POV
When I received Joanna's phone call, I was sitting in my office.
Even though I hadn't swung by to check on Tabitha during this period, I was well-informed about her situation through various channels.
Joanna had no idea what I was planning to do.
She probably thought I was just being the perfect ex-mate, silently watching Tabitha from a distance like a guardian angel.
"Alpha Derek, Ms. Hartley wants to go for a prenatal check-up," Joanna's voice came through the phone.
There was a pair of wedding rings on my desk. As I listened, I absentmindedly ran my fingers over the big diamond on one of them.
"Okay, I'll arrange that," I replied, my tone totally neutral.
Joanna sighed in relief upon hearing it, "I knew it! Alpha Derek, you're always looking out for Ms. Hartley. I ju
