Chapter: Chapter 169: The Perfect Kiss **Elena** Excitement filled the air…laughter, cheers, the sound of drums and flutes blending with the echo of happy howls. The night sky above shimmered with stars, and the silver glow of the full moon hung high, as though watching over us. My palms were cold as my heart raced. I glanced at Xavier, and he was already looking at me… calm, steady, and so painfully handsome in his black ceremonial robe, trimmed with gold threads that reflected the moonlight. It was happening. After everything… it was finally happening. He took my hand, firm but gentle. His voice came out deep and clear. “I, Alpha Xavier Than,” he said, his gaze locked on mine, “accept you, Elena Downs, as my fated mate. Bonded by the Moon Goddess to live as one… forever.” The word forever hit differently. It wasn’t just a vow. It was a promise that felt too big for my chest to hold. My lips trembled slightly as I repeated the words. “I, Luna Elena Downs, accept you, Alpha Xavier Than, as my
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Chapter: Chapter 168: The Balcony King **Elena**He just smiled wider, reached for the fork instead, and continued.For the next several minutes, the only sound was the soft clink of cutlery and our unspoken tension.Sometimes, his fingers brushed too close to my plate and I’d smack his hand away. Other times, he’d steal from it anyway and grin like a proud thief.It was infuriating.And also… oddly warm.When we finally finished, I stood up, stretching slightly. The clock read past nine. I yawned. “Well, I’m off to bed.”“Good idea,” he said.But instead of leaving, he went to the door, spoke to someone, and returned with his robe.“What are you doing?”“Getting ready.”“For what?”He looked me dead in the eyes. “To stay.”My jaw dropped. “You’re joking.”But he wasn’t. I heard the shower start running a moment later.“Oh my goddess,” I muttered, gripping my pillow. “This man is insane.”I bit my lip when I heard the door unlock again.Quickly, I turned to my side, pretending to be asleep.He came out in a robe, damp ha
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Chapter: Chapter 167: Table Manners **Elena**And just like a miracle, she stepped forward. “Hey, Papa, didn’t you miss me too?”She bent down and hugged him tightly.He chuckled, almost pushing her off. “Hey, go away, you spoiled brat. I see you every day. Today’s your sister’s turn.”“No, I want my turn!” she pouted, holding onto him tighter.I smiled, watching them bicker like children. For a second, it felt like everything was normal again… no pain, no secrets, no broken hearts.Oh, Moon Goddess, I thought. Would I be making a huge mistake if I decided to take Mortina’s confession to my grave?A single tear escaped again before I even noticed.“She’s crying,” Father said softly.“Yes, I am,” I replied quickly, laughing through the tears. “Because I want my turn with Papa.”Helena laughed, making space, and I joined them both in a warm embrace.“I’m sorry, Mortina,” I whispered silently. But I won’t let you ruin our happiness, even from your grave.Helena is my father’s daughter. And she and Xavier… just sister an
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Chapter: Chapter 166: The Living Ghost **Elena**I knocked softly before pushing the door open.“I’m currently in a meeting. Please see the nurse outside, she’ll attend to you..”He spoke, eyes still on the paper in his hand, until my voice came out.“Well, this patient requires your attention, doc,” I said, crossing my arms.That made him glance up.The expression that crossed Nick’s face made my chest tighten. His eyes widened first, then softened in disbelief…like he was staring at a ghost.“Elena?” His voice cracked slightly.I smiled faintly. “I’m back.”The chair screeched as he jumped to his feet and lunged toward me, wrapping me so tight I almost stumbled.“Woah, careful!” I laughed, trying to steady myself.He pulled back, blinking fast, and then…like the dramatic idiot he’d always been, pinched my arm hard.“Ow!” I smacked his shoulder. “Dude, that hurt!”His lips parted, still in shock. “You’re real?”“No, it’s my ghost,” I said dryly, raising an eyebrow.He burst out laughing…half relieved, half emotional. “Th
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Chapter: Chapter 165: Rooting For Me **Elena*”The car rolled to a stop in front of the mansion, and before I could even open the door, a crowd of maids and guards rushed forward.“Welcome, My Queen!”Roses were thrown into the air, petals scattering like soft rain. The air smelled of jasmine and luxury.I forced a smile. My heart felt heavy, but I hid it behind a calm face.As I stepped out, my eyes caught Ivana’s from across the grand hall.She froze.Her face went pale…like she knew the amount of trouble she was in.The last time we saw each other, she betrayed me. Tried to keep me locked and away from Xavier.“Come with me,” I said, brushing past her without waiting for her answer.She hesitated, stammering. “M–My Queen, this way please… His Majesty said…”I cut her off with one sharp look. “That room,” I pointed ahead.Her hands trembled. “No, My Queen. His Majesty ordered for you to be taken to…”“I said take me to my old room.” My tone was enough to silence her. She swallowed hard and nodded.Two maids tried t
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Chapter: Chapter 164: Worse Than Any Goodbye **Elena**My breath hitched.The infinity bracelet I had given him.I nodded, my heart pounding. “What does that have to do with any of this?”He stared at it, his jaw tight. “I finally understand what the symbol meant.. and who it came from.”“No…” I shook my head, panic clawing up my throat. “No, it doesn’t mean anything. Don’t twist this, Logan. Please.”He didn’t speak. He just looked at me…hurt, broken, and still trying to smile.And that silence was worse than any goodbyeI didn’t even know when the tears started falling.They came quietly at first, then all at once.“Logan.. I don't like the way this is going” My voice trembled. “Please, just stop.”He reached for my face, his thumb brushing my cheek. “Stop crying,” he whispered, his voice breaking. “You’re making it harder for me. And it’s killing me.”I hit his chest weakly, my words coming out in gasps. “And what about me, huh? You don’t think I’m hurting too?”His eyes closed, like he couldn’t stand to look at me. “I never
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Chapter: Chapter 69: A Challenge~Nicole~I heard my name, like a whisper, almost too close.I shook my head slowly, like I could physically throw the feeling away. There’s nothing wrong with me, It’s just the wind, just the cold.I glanced around, my shoulders tightening as the chill brushed past my neck again. A second ago the place had been loud, laughter, splashing, voices crashing into each other, but now it felt far away, like someone had turned the volume down on the world. My ears rang in the quiet.Then I heard it again.My name.“Ni…cole…” This time, hoarse, thin and dragging through the air like it had traveled a long distance just to reach me.My breath caught, so I didn’t imagine it the first time?I stared straight ahead, refusing to answer, refusing to turn. If I ignored it, maybe it would disappear.I blinked hard and forced my focus onto the cup in front of me. The red rim, the water line.I picked up the ball, but my fingers felt stiff, like they didn’t belong to me.Then something closed aroun
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Chapter: Chapter 68: Kiss Treat~Nicole~“We’ll be out soon. You guys should wait.”I said it through the door as I pushed Fredrick out of the room, shutting it firmly behind him.Honestly, didn’t they know how long it took to get dressed? Especially on a night like this.It was time for the pool party, and somehow we had ended up in the boys’ building…more specifically, Enz and Fredrick’s room. The teachers didn’t really care where we stayed, as long as we showed up when it mattered. So yeah, me, Lulu, and Sabrina had claimed this space like it was ours. Enzo had wisely escaped and gone to change in Liam and Landon’s room instead.And now, the teachers had finally given me a room, one for Lulu and me, after last night’s chaos.Just perfect.“Help me,” Lulu said, lifting her arm slightly.I stepped closer and gently helped guide the thin rope of her swimwear down, fixing it around her lower waist. Her swimsuit was a soft peach color, simple but pretty. Mine was the same style, only red. “Did you guys talk?” I
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Chapter: Chapter 67: My Own Peace~Nicole~“I’m sorry for what happened with Lulu and the fire, you both.” Vi began, her hands twisting the sleeves of the hoodie she wore, fingers squeezing the fabric together.I frowned, stepping closer. “No. You don’t have to apologize.”“Yes, I do,” she cut in quickly. “The fight between them…was totally my fault. If I hadn’t been so drunk and texted her…” Her voice cracked.“Listen,” I said, gripping her shoulders gently.I’d never seen her like this…so small. “You didn’t do anything wrong.”“Yeah,” Enz added. “They’re old enough to think about the consequences before acting like that.”I nodded. “Exactly. And the fire? It would’ve happened whether they fought or not. Didn’t you hear what the teachers said? The wind caused it, not them.”She shook her head slowly, like she didn’t fully believe us.“It’s okay,” I said softly, forcing a small smile.“We’re not going to let you take blame for something you didn’t cause. Alright?”She wiped her face with the back of her hand, sniffing.
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Chapter: Chapter 66: Refreshed~Nicole~Today, I’m alive.Yesterday was… a lot. Rain and Lulu? Well, let’s just say they’re in detention. That means they’re excluded from today’s events, only allowed to join tonight’s party.Typical.Right now, we’re in town, far away from the resort. And I finally learned we were actually in another pack—the Silver Moon Pack. Not some isolated island as I thought. The school just chose a spot that’s far from where most people actually live. Makes sense now why everything feels so… just us.Right now we're on day three of the trip, basically an adventure, to the art theatre, the museum, fun park. You name it.And later tonight? A pool party. Now, back to the fire incident. Thankfully, H.P didn’t find out we had any hand in it.Mr. Lucian and Mr. Raymond decided to cover it up, saying the fight between Lulu and Rain didn’t cause the fire. Honestly… I can’t help feeling grateful. Because if Mom had found out, it could’ve been worse.School trip…bye bye.I’m also kind of pleas
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Chapter: Chapter 65: Guilt -Trip~Nicole~“How are you feeling now?” H.P asked. “Did anything else happen? Anything I need to know?”I pressed the phone tighter to my ear as Enz popped a marshmallow into my mouth. I nodded even though she couldn’t see me, chewing slowly before swallowing.“I’m much better. Seriously,” I said. “You can even confirm it with the school nurse.”It was a lie.A clean one, I mean we already used Enzo to bribe him.There was a pause on the line.“Okay… fine,” she sighed at last. “If you insist.” Her voice dropped a little, softer than before. “You’re making it sound like I’m bothering you.”I rubbed my thumb against my temple, already feeling a headache forming. “You know that’s not true,” I said. “But this is the fourth time you’ve asked me the same thing during this call.”“Then I’m sorry for worrying about my daughter’s health,” she said quietly.“Argh…stop,” I groaned. “Don’t guilt-trip me.” I let out a breath. “Fine. I’m sorry.” I even smiled, like she could somehow feel it through
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Chapter: Chapter 64: My Only Chance~Lulu~“Hi…” I said, my voice barely above a whisper as I walked closer, my legs feeling strangely heavy.“Hey… there you are,” she replied. Her eyes were glossy, unfocused, like she’d been staring at something far away for too long.I stopped just a step away from her, suddenly unsure of what to say, or even why I’d come this fast. My heart was still pounding from the run.“Uh… I saw your text,” I said. “Are you okay?”“No,” Vi said quietly, and before I could react, she grabbed my arm and pulled me toward her.My breath caught.Suddenly, I was too close. Her back barely rested against the tent, the fabric crinkling softly behind her. And her face was right there, inches from mine, while her breath brushed my skin, warm and uneven.She had texted that she was injured. That she needed help.And I hadn’t thought twice. I just ran.But now that I was here… there was no blood, no wound or sign of injury anywhere. Just her shaky breathing.“Y-you… where’s the injury?” I asked, my hea
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