Le Fiancé de ma Mère est mon Mate
Aurelia Nightbane revient à New York pour une seule raison : le mariage de sa mère.
Après des années d'absence, elle n'espère rien de plus que des retrouvailles paisibles, un nouveau départ et peut-être l'occasion de construire enfin sa propre vie. Mais tout bascule dès qu'elle descend de l'avion…
Car l'homme qui l'attend n'est pas seulement puissant, froid et dangereusement séduisant.
Il est le fiancé de sa mère.
Ronan Darkmoor, un Alpha redouté et un milliardaire impitoyable, avait depuis longtemps renoncé à l'idée de trouver son âme sœur. Lassé d'attendre le destin, il a préféré la stabilité à la destinée… et a décidé d'épouser la mère d'Aurelia.
Jusqu'à ce que la Déesse de la Lune lui prouve le contraire.
Dès que leurs regards se croisent, la vérité devient indéniable.
Aurelia est son âme sœur.
Déchiré entre le devoir et le désir, Ronan annule le mariage… mais certains liens sont indissolubles. Secrets, tentations et trahisons s'enflamment lorsque les limites sont franchies, laissant Aurelia prise au piège entre les deux personnes en qui elle aurait dû avoir le plus confiance.
Le cœur brisé et furieuse, Aurelia est contrainte d'affronter une vérité douloureuse : sa vie a été bâtie sur des mensonges.
Alors que des secrets enfouis concernant son père biologique commencent à refaire surface et que la manipulation de sa mère est révélée au grand jour, Aurelia doit décider qui elle est vraiment… et si elle pourra un jour pardonner à l'Alpha qui l'a trahie.
Mais dans un monde régi par le pouvoir, le sang et le destin…
un lien d'âme sœur ne se brise pas si facilement.
Et cette fois, Ronan est prêt à se battre pour ce qui lui appartient…
même si cela signifie tout risquer pour faire d'elle sa Luna.
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Chapter: Chapitre Quatre-Vingt-Quatre : MeuteAurelia descendit l’escalier en portant toujours la chemise trop grande de Ronan. Le tissu doux frôlait ses cuisses à chaque pas, et la légère odeur de lui s’accrochait au col. Elle se sentait un peu gênée, mais le souvenir du baiser qu’il venait de lui donner gardait un petit sourire sur ses lèvres.Quand elle atteignit le salon, Mira était déjà là, lovée sur le canapé avec un verre de jus. Kai était assis à côté d’elle, un bras nonchalamment posé sur le dossier. Tous les deux levèrent les yeux dès qu’Aurelia apparut.Les yeux de Mira s’écarquillèrent, puis un sourire lent et complice s’étira sur son visage.« Eh bien, eh bien. Regarde-toi », dit Mira en se redressant. « Tu te balades dans la maison avec la chemise de l’Alpha comme si tu étais chez toi. »Aurelia sentit la chaleur monter à ses joues. Elle tira un peu plus bas l’ourlet de la chemise et s’assit sur le canapé d’en face.
« Ne commence pas. »« Je ne commence pas. J’observe », répondit Mira, toujours souriante. « Tu es mi
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Chapter: Chapitre Quatre-Vingt-Trois : LunaAprès le petit-déjeuner, Aurelia fit ses adieux à son père et à Aria. Elle serra Marcellus dans ses bras avec force, lui promettant d’appeler une fois qu’ils seraient installés, puis se tourna vers Aria pour une étreinte plus longue, remplie de rires doux et de plans chuchotés pour refaire du shopping bientôt. Ronan attendait patiemment près de la porte, les clés déjà en main. Kai prit la voiture d’Aurelia avec son nouveau garde du corps sur le siège passager, tandis qu’elle montait dans le SUV noir de Ronan à côté de lui. Le convoi sortit des grilles du manoir des Brooks et se dirigea vers la ville.Le trajet commença dans le silence. Aurelia regarda par la fenêtre pendant quelques minutes avant de se tourner vers lui.« Pourquoi ce besoin soudain de retourner à ta meute ? » demanda-t-elle. Elle ne le croyait pas complètement quand il prétendait que c’était juste pour le marquage. Ronan était trop doué pour la taquiner, et quelque chose dans le timing semblait plus lourd qu’un simple
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Chapter: Chapitre Quatre-Vingt-Deux : Famille« Allons prendre le petit-déjeuner », proposa Aurelia en s’écartant de son corps. Ses jambes étaient encore un peu faibles après ce qui s’était passé, mais le vide dans son estomac était devenu impossible à ignorer.Ronan la tira immédiatement en arrière, enroulant ses bras autour de sa taille et l’installant plus fermement contre sa poitrine.
« Restons comme ça un peu plus longtemps », dit-il, la voix basse et paresseuse contre ses cheveux.« Combien de temps ? Parce que j’ai faim. »« Une heure », répondit Ronan sans hésitation.« Pas question », dit Aurelia en le regardant avec un mélange d’amusement et de vraie faim.« Toi, tu n’as peut-être pas faim parce que tu as déjà mangé, mais moi, je meurs de faim ici », continua-t-elle en le piquant légèrement dans la poitrine d’un doigt.Ronan baissa les yeux vers son petit corps encore posé sur lui, un sourire lent s’étirant sur son visage.
« Qu’est-ce que j’ai mangé alors ? » demanda-t-il, profitant clairement du moment.Le visage d’Aur
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Chapter: Chapitre Quatre-Vingt-et-Un : MeuteQuand elle était sur le point de jouir, Ronan arrêta de bouger son doigt. Aurelia fronça les sourcils, le regardant avec un mélange de frustration et de besoin écrit sur tout son visage rougi. Ses hanches bougèrent légèrement, cherchant la friction qu’il venait de lui refuser.« Calme-toi, maman. Je veux lécher tout ton jus et n’en rater aucune goutte », dit-il, la voix basse et rauque de désir.Il la plaça correctement sur le lit, écartant ses jambes avec un soin délibéré. Puis il baissa la tête et la suç jusqu’à être satisfait, sa langue minutieuse et implacable, tirant d’elle des sons doux et brisés. Il prit son temps, savourant chaque réaction, chaque tremblement qui parcourait son corps. Seulement quand il eut goûté chaque goutte, il la porta sur ses genoux et s’adossa contre la tête de lit, la tenant près de lui tandis qu’elle respirait vite contre sa poitrine.Pendant un long moment, aucun d’eux ne parla. Les seuls sons dans la chambre étaient leurs respirations irrégulières et
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Chapter: Chapitre Quatre-Vingt : Point sensibleAurelia se réveilla au son de la musique qui montait du rez-de-chaussée. Un jazz doux mêlé de rires emplissait le calme du manoir des Brooks, la tirant doucement hors du sommeil. Elle se frotta les yeux, encore lourds après le long repos dont elle avait eu besoin. Elle s’étira une fois, quitta sa chambre et descendit pieds nus le long du couloir vers l’escalier.En bas, elle vit Aria danser avec leur père au milieu du salon. Marcellus tenait la main d’Aria tandis qu’ils bougeaient sur le rythme lent, tous deux souriants. Aurelia s’arrêta sur la dernière marche, les observant un instant avant qu’un doux sourire n’étire son visage. Elle s’approcha d’eux.« Papa », appela-t-elle.Marcellus s’arrêta et se tourna vers elle, son expression s’illuminant dès qu’il la vit.
« Réveille-toi, princesse », dit-il en tendant la main pour tenir sa joue de manière jouée. Son pouce effleura légèrement sous son œil. « Tu as bien dormi ? »« Je ne voulais pas te réveiller parce que tu avais l’air si fati
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Chapter: Chapitre Soixante-Dix-Neuf : RegretChez Marcellus, Aurelia arriva avec ses gardes du corps après avoir été de mauvaise humeur pendant tout le trajet. Le SUV noir s’arrêta devant l’entrée principale du manoir des Brooks, les grilles s’ouvrant en douceur. Aurelia descendit la première, l’expression tendue par l’irritation résiduelle due à l’insistance de Ronan plus tôt. Le garde du corps qui l’avait conduite se précipita pour ouvrir complètement la portière, mais elle le renvoya d’un regard tranchant.« Je peux me débrouiller », marmonna-t-elle, ajustant la robe qu’elle avait choisie ce matin-là. Le tissu lui semblait plus lourd que d’habitude, ou peut-être était-ce simplement le poids de tout ce qui pesait encore sur son esprit — les messages anonymes, le visage meurtri de Selene, le sous-sol verrouillé, et la façon dont Ronan avait pris le contrôle même de ses mouvements les plus simples.Elle entra dans la maison, l’odeur familière du bois poli et des fleurs fraîches l’accueillant. L’une des employés s’approcha immédi
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Chapter: Chapter Ninety-Eight: Dawn of a New AlphaElara’s POVThe festival progressed with a vibrant energy that seemed to breathe new life into every corner of the pack lands, the air filled with the rich aroma of roasted meats, fresh bread, and blooming night flowers that had been woven into garlands hanging from every post and tree. Visiting Alphas from allied packs arrived one by one, their entourages impressive yet respectful as they were welcomed with formal greetings and shared toasts under the wide canopy set up at the center of the clearing. I stood beside Kael on the raised platform, our son nestled securely in his father’s arms, the baby’s tiny hand curled around one of Kael’s fingers as if already sensing the strength of the legacy he would one day inherit. The sight of so many powerful leaders gathered in peace after the storms we had survived filled me with a quiet pride that settled deep in my chest, a reminder that our pack had not only endured but had grown stronger through the trials.When the time came for the pres
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Chapter: Chapter Ninety-Seven: A Day of New BeginningsElara’s POV The next day was the celebration, and the entire pack lands buzzed with energy that seemed to push back against the shadows of the past weeks. I stood in front of the large mirror in our chamber while Ava helped me with my clothes, her hands careful and patient as she adjusted the flowing ceremonial gown around my still-tender body. I could not bend down properly yet, the aftermath of labor making even simple movements feel heavy and restricted, but Ava moved with the quiet efficiency of a true friend, fastening the intricate ties at my back and smoothing the rich fabric over my curves. The gown was deep emerald with threads of gold that caught the morning light streaming through the windows, a color chosen to honor both Moon Pack traditions and the strength I had found in my own bloodline. The baby had not left Kael’s side since morning, the little one cradled securely in his father’s arms wherever Kael went, and the sight filled me with a deep, abiding happiness that soo
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Chapter: Chapter Ninety-Six: Reunions and RevelationsElara’s POVI want to see your mother, I whispered after the midwife and the pack doctor had finally left the room, my voice barely carrying above the soft sounds of our newborn son’s breathing. The exhaustion from labor still weighed heavily on every part of my body, but the curiosity and need to understand the full story behind Kael’s long absence refused to let me rest completely. Kael was now carrying the baby, our little boy nestled securely against his broad chest, one large hand supporting the tiny head with a gentleness that made my heart ache in the best possible way. The sight of him holding our son so carefully after everything we had been through brought fresh tears to my eyes, a mixture of overwhelming love and the lingering fear that this moment might still slip away like the dream from earlier.“Rest up, baby. You will meet her when you are awake,” Kael said softly, his voice low and soothing as he rocked the baby with slow, steady movements. “And I sent someone to info
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Chapter: Chapter Ninety-Five: The ReturnElara’s POVThe person said entering the room, and my heart stopped for one painful second before it started racing again. “Kael?” I asked, my voice barely more than a whisper, desperate to be sure it was really him and not another cruel trick of my exhausted mind. He walked closer, his familiar scent reaching me first, strong and grounding, before his hand closed around mine with that exact pressure I had missed so deeply. He sat beside me on the bed and gently lifted my body onto his lap, cradling me against his chest as if I weighed nothing at all. I lifted a trembling hand and touched his face, tracing the line of his jaw, the curve of his cheek, the warmth of his skin, needing to feel that he was solid and real beneath my fingers.He smiled at me, that slow, crooked smile that had always belonged only to me, and something inside my chest cracked open. “He’s back,” I said, turning my head toward Ava, who stood there smiling with tears shining in her eyes as she nodded quickly, una
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Chapter: Chapter Ninety-Four: Here I Am LoveElara’s POVRest up, love. You need it. Kael said, his voice low and warm as he sat at the edge of the bed, his strong hands gently rubbing my swollen foot with slow, careful strokes that sent waves of relief through my tired body. The room felt safe and familiar, filled with the soft glow of evening light filtering through the curtains, the heavy weight on my chest had lifted completely. I pouted my lips, looking up at him with all the longing I had carried during his long absence. “I can’t believe you are finally back,” I whispered, my voice thick with emotion. “Why did you take so long? What about your mother? Did you come back with her?” The questions tumbled out all at once, each one laced with the fear and hope I had buried deep inside me for so many days.Kael smiled that slow, reassuring smile I had missed more than I could put into words, his thumb pressing gently into the arch of my foot as he continued the massage. “I will tell you everything when you wake up,” he murmured,
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Chapter: Chapter Ninety-Three: Snapped RestraintElara’s POVMy mother had been here for some days now, and she would be going back today. In that short time we had bonded even more deeply, talking about everything from the quiet fears of motherhood to the heavier burdens of leading a pack through uncertainty, her presence filling the house with a steady warmth that made the long weeks of Kael’s absence feel a little less crushing. We spent long afternoons together, her hand often resting on my belly as we discussed names for the pup and the kind of strength a child of two Alphas would need to carry, her wisdom wrapping around me like a protective cloak against the worries that never fully left my mind. She reminded me daily of my own power, of the blood that ran through my veins, and of the fact that I was never truly alone even when the bond with Kael remained painfully silent. Those conversations grounded me, giving me moments of peace amid the growing rumors that swirled through the pack like poison in still water, whispers clai
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My Mom’s Fiancé is my Mate
⚠️ Trigger Warning / Reader Discretion ⚠️
This book contains mature themes including forbidden relationships, intense sexual tension, bdsm, emotional manipulation, betrayal, and explicit romantic scenes.
If you are sensitive to dark romance, toxic family dynamics, or morally complex characters, please proceed with caution.
Blurb.
Aurelia Nightbane returns to New York for one reason—her mother’s wedding.
After years away, she expects nothing more than a quiet reunion, a fresh start, and maybe a chance to finally build a life of her own. But everything changes the moment she steps off the plane…
Because the man waiting to pick her up is not just powerful, cold, and dangerously attractive.
He is her mother’s fiancé.
Ronan Darkmoor, a feared Alpha and ruthless billionaire, had long given up on the idea of finding his mate. Tired of waiting on fate, he chose stability over destiny… and decided to marry Aurelia’s mother.
Until the Moon Goddess proves him wrong.
The instant their eyes meet, the truth becomes undeniable.
Aurelia is his mate.
Torn between duty and desire, Ronan calls off the wedding… but some ties refuse to break. Secrets, and betrayal ignite when lines are crossed, leaving Aurelia caught between the two people she should have trusted the most.
Heartbroken and furious, Aurelia is forced to confront a painful truth, her life has been built on lies.
As hidden secrets about her birth father begin to surface and her mother’s manipulation comes to light, Aurelia must decide who she truly is… whether she can ever forgive the Alpha who betrayed her.
But in a world ruled by power, blood, and fate.
a mate bond is not so easily broken.
This time, Ronan is ready to fight for what is his…
even if it means risking everything to make her his Luna.
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Chapter: Chapter Eighty-Four: packAurelia walked down the stairs still wearing Ronan’s oversized shirt. The soft fabric brushed against her thighs with every step, and the faint scent of him clung to the collar. She felt a little self-conscious, but the memory of the kiss he had just given her kept a small smile on her lips.When she reached the sitting room, Mira was already there, curled up on the couch with a glass of juice. Kai sat beside her, one arm draped casually over the back of the sofa. Both of them looked up the moment Aurelia appeared.Mira’s eyes widened, then a slow, knowing grin spread across her face.“Well, well. Look at you,” Mira said, sitting up straighter. “Walking around the house in the Alpha’s shirt like you own the place.”Aurelia felt heat rise to her cheeks. She tugged the hem of the shirt a little lower and sat on the opposite couch. “Don’t start.”“I’m not starting. I’m observing,” Mira replied, still smiling. “You look cute though. Very claimed.”Kai chuckled quietly but said nothing, on
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Chapter: Chapter Eighty-Three: LunaAfter breakfast Aurelia bid her dad and Aria goodbye. She hugged Marcellus tightly, promising to call once they settled, then turned to Aria for a longer embrace filled with soft laughter and whispered plans to shop again soon. Ronan waited patiently by the door, keys already in hand. Kai took Aurelia’s car with her new bodyguard in the passenger seat, while she climbed into Ronan’s black SUV beside him. The convoy pulled out of the Brooks mansion gates and headed toward the city.The drive started quiet. Aurelia stared out the window for a few minutes before turning to him.“Why the sudden need to go back to your pack?” she asked. She didn’t fully believe him when he claimed it was just for mating. Ronan was too good at pulling her legs, and something about the timing felt heavier than simple desire.Ronan glanced at her, then focused back on the road. “Danny cannot handle things there, and the council too. So I need to go and get it in order.”“Okay,” Aurelia said, nodding slowly. S
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Chapter: Chapter Eighty-Two: Family“Let’s go for breakfast,” Aurelia suggested, shifting from his body. Her legs were still a little weak from earlier, but the emptiness in her stomach had become impossible to ignore.Ronan pulled her back in immediately, wrapping his arms around her waist and settling her more firmly against his chest. “Let’s stay like this a little more,” he said, his voice low and lazy against her hair.“How long? Because I’m hungry.”“One hour,” Ronan replied without hesitation.“Not happening,” Aurelia said, eyeing him with a mix of amusement and real hunger.“You might not be hungry because you have eaten already, but I’m famished here,” she continued, poking his chest lightly with one finger.Ronan looked down at her little body still resting on him, a slow smirk spreading across his face. “What did I eat then?” he asked, clearly enjoying the moment.Aurelia’s face turned red as she answered. “Me. You ate me,” she said, covering her face with both hands, completely embarrassed.Ronan laughed out
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Chapter: Chapter Eighty-One: PackWhen she was about to release, Ronan stopped moving his finger. Aurelia frowned, looking at him with a mix of frustration and need written all over her flushed face. Her hips shifted slightly, seeking the friction he had just denied her.“Chill, mama. I want to lick all your juice and not miss a drop,” he said, his voice low and rough with desire.He set her properly on the bed, spreading her legs with deliberate care. Then he lowered his head and sucked her until he was satisfied, his tongue thorough and relentless, drawing soft, broken sounds from her lips. He took his time, savoring every reaction, every tremor that ran through her body. Only when he had tasted every drop did he carry her up onto his lap and lean back against the headboard, holding her close while she breathed fast against his chest.For a long moment neither of them spoke. The only sounds in the room were their uneven breaths and the faint morning noise drifting in from outside the window. Aurelia rested her foreh
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Chapter: Chapter Eighty: Sensitive spotAurelia woke to the sound of music drifting up from downstairs. Soft jazz mixed with laughter filled the quiet of the Brooks mansion, pulling her gently out of sleep. She rubbed her eyes, still heavy from the long rest she had needed. Stretching once, she left her room and padded barefoot down the hallway toward the stairs.Downstairs she saw Aria dancing with their dad in the middle of the sitting room. Marcellus held Aria’s hand as they moved to the slow rhythm, both of them smiling. Aurelia paused on the last step, watching them for a moment before a soft smile spread across her face. She walked toward them.“Daddy,” she called out.Marcellus paused and turned to her, his expression lighting up the moment he saw her. “Wakey wakey, princess,” he said, reaching out to hold her cheek playfully. His thumb brushed lightly under her eye. “You slept well?”“I didn’t want to wake you because you looked so tired,” Aria said from the side, then turned off the music and sat down on one of the
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Chapter: Chapter Seventy-Nine: RegretAt Marcellus’s house, Aurelia arrived with her bodyguards after being grumpy throughout the entire drive. The black SUV pulled up to the grand entrance of the Brooks mansion, the gates sliding open smoothly. Aurelia stepped out first, her expression tight with residual irritation from Ronan’s earlier insistence. The bodyguard who had driven her hurried around to open the door fully, but she waved him off with a sharp look.“I can manage,” she muttered under her breath, adjusting the gown she had chosen that morning. The fabric felt heavier than usual, or maybe it was just the weight of everything still pressing on her mind—the anonymous messages, Selene’s battered face, the locked basement, and the way Ronan had claimed control over even her simplest movements.She entered the house, the familiar scent of polished wood and fresh flowers greeting her. One of the staff members approached immediately.“Miss Aurelia, welcome back. Your father is—”“Where is he?” she asked, cutting the wom
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Chapter: Chapter Forty-Four: missing youThe night was quiet at the academy. Elias lay in his bed, phone glowing in the dark, when a new message from Jax came through.Jax: I can’t stop thinking about you. Miss you so much it hurts. Can I come to you tonight? I need to see you.Elias’s heart raced. He typed back quickly.Elias: Yes. Come. Be careful. I’ll leave the side door unlocked.Jax left the hotel room he had been staying in, checking the parking lot twice to make sure none of his father’s men were following. The coast was clear. He drove through the dark streets, the city lights blurring past, his hands tight on the wheel. The need to see Elias, to touch him, to feel him close, was overwhelming.He arrived at the academy campus late, parked far from the main buildings, and slipped through the side door Elias had left unlocked. The hallway was empty. He moved quietly until he reached Elias’s room and knocked softly.The door opened immediately. Elias pulled him inside, locking the door behind them. They stood there for
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Chapter: Chapter Forty-Three: Long-Distance TensionElias wiped the sweat from his forehead with the back of his hand and skated over to the boards, breathing hard. The academy rink was alive with the sound of blades cutting ice, coaches calling out corrections, and the occasional cheer when someone landed a difficult element. It was only his second full week here, but the routine was already sinking in, early mornings, intense drills, and the constant push to be better.A tall skater from the northern region, Marcus, glided up beside him during the water break. “Nice triple axel earlier. You’ve got serious height on that. How’s the arm holding up after the fall everyone’s been talking about?”Elias took a long drink from his bottle and shrugged. “It’s healed. Still careful with it, but it’s not stopping me.”Marcus nodded, impressed. “Respect. Most people would’ve taken more time off. You’re pushing hard.”They chatted for a few minutes about jump technique and the academy’s coaching style. Other skaters joined in, a girl from the wes
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Chapter: Chapter Forty-Two: Academy Life BeginsElias stood in the middle of his new room at Elite Skate Academy, duffel bag dropped at his feet, and took a slow, deep breath. The space was bigger than he expected, high ceilings, large windows overlooking one of the training rinks, a private bathroom, a small kitchenette, and a bed that looked far more comfortable than the one at home. It felt like a fresh start, a clean slate away from the old rink, the viral video, the whispers, and the weight of everything that had happened.He walked to the window and looked out. The academy campus was impressive, multiple rinks, gym facilities, dorm buildings, and green spaces. Skaters from all over the country were already moving in, some laughing in the hallways, others focused and quiet. This was the big leagues. No more sharing ice with hockey players. No more locker room taunts. Just skating.A knock sounded on the door.“Come in,” Elias called.Elara stepped inside, dragging her own suitcase behind her. Her room was right next door, and
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Chapter: Chapter Forty-One: TogetherThe next morning, Elias woke up with a clearer head than the night before. The ache in his chest was still there, but it felt a little less sharp. He dressed carefully, choosing a simple white shirt and black pants. He looked at himself in the mirror for a long moment, then grabbed his bag and headed downstairs.His dads were already in the kitchen, the smell of coffee and toast filling the air. Peter looked up first, offering a small smile. “Morning. You slept okay?”“Yeah,” Elias replied, keeping his voice steady. “I’m heading out to pick up Elara. We have to go sign the contract with Elite Skate Academy today.”Dave nodded, handing him a travel mug of tea. “We’re proud of you. Call us when you’re done.”Elias hugged them both quickly, the familiar warmth of their support easing some of the tension in his shoulders. “I will. See you later.”He drove to Elara’s house, the morning sun casting long shadows across the estate streets. She was waiting outside, already dressed in a casual
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Chapter: Chapter Forty: SponsorshipElias sat on the edge of his bed, staring at the cracked screen of his phone. The leaked video of Jax and Ethan was everywhere. The comments were worse, vicious, cruel, relentless. Elias’s chest tightened with every scroll. He wasn’t angry about the sex itself. He and Jax weren’t official, and he had been with Damon too. But the lie. The cousin part. Jax had hidden something so huge, so personal, while pretending to open up. That hurt more than anything.The betrayal sat like ice in his chest, heavy and cold.A soft knock sounded on the door. Elara didn’t wait for permission. She pushed it open, carrying two large milkshakes and a bag of fries from their favorite late-night spot. She kicked the door shut behind her and dropped onto the bed beside him, handing him one of the shakes.“Chocolate peanut butter. Extra whipped cream. You look like you need it.”Elias took the cup but didn’t drink. He just held it, staring at the condensation dripping down the side. “I don’t know how to feel
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Chapter: Chapter Thirty-Nine: ChaosThe morning of the qualifier dawned bright and cold. Elias stood in front of his mirror, adjusting the final details of his competition outfit. The black costume with silver accents fit perfectly, the fabric hugging his lean frame while allowing full movement. He flexed his left arm carefully, no cast, just a light support wrap underneath the sleeve. The pain was still there, a dull reminder, but it was manageable. He took a deep breath, staring at his reflection. Today was the day. No more practice. No more excuses. Everything he had worked for came down to the next few hours.He headed downstairs. His dads were already in the kitchen, Vera having left early with a note and a kiss on his forehead. Peter and Dave looked up as he entered, both of them trying to hide their nerves behind proud smiles.“You look ready,” Peter said, standing to give him a hug. “How’s the arm?”“Fine,” Elias replied, hugging him back. “I’m not pushing it. I promise.”Dave served him a light breakfast, eggs,
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