When I left the hospital, it was already dark. Ethan had called me repeatedly and even offered to drive me home, but I assured him I was okay. My phone dinged again, and since I was relaxed in the car, I decided to check out what notifications I had been receiving since morning."Oh shit! No way did I forget about that?!" I screamed as I read out the notification: October 30th, Ethan Sheln's birthday !I bit my lips in regret; I couldn't even wish him a happy birthday. How would he then believe I had changed for the better? "Could you stop me over there?" I pointed to Terrace Jewelry and Co. once I sighted it. It is one of the best jewelry shops in the Crimson Stone Pack. They have gold, silver, diamonds—whatever gem you want, just name it; they've got it. When I got into the store, the sales personnel didn't bother to attend to me. The reason was obvious. This store is for the rich and influential members of the pack, but today I dressed so casually because I had to rush, so I w
The luxury shop was in the district. Many people had already gathered, both inside and outside.cameras were flicking. "Don't try to change the topic. Are you able to buy this wrist watch? If you are not able to say so now, I will pay for it.".Surprisingly, I was neither shocked nor bothered. The more people came, the more my smile grew. If I wanted to deal with these two, there were several methods I could use.However, standing here and allowing them to take advantage of me is not my character. Not when it's a low-ranking werewolf like Mrs. Veronica, who's not even qualified to be shown in public. "I have a lot of things going on at the moment, and today is exceptionally busy. You both can continue your shopping while I pretend that I never met you guys here.""Stop acting aloof, crazy runt. Do you think you are so special? Let's wait and see if you will manage to pass the first test of Luna's game. At the end of the day, you will be thrown out and rejected," Stephanie said, stan
I glanced behind me, staring in shock at Ethan's cold and straight figure now walking towards me. How did he know I was here? Why would he show up here? Or was it a coincidence?The people watching from the sidelines were also shocked. They all bent and hid their faces from his imposing figure.The moment Mrs. Veronica and Stephanie turned around and saw Prince Ethan,. Their faces froze in shock."My lovely wife was deserted by her family? How do I know if this? " Ethan. Asked in. Low tone. Although his question was inoffensive, the temperature in the shop dropped in an instant. One of the sales attendants, the particular one who was very rude to me earlier, stood out and bowed her head, almost touching her knees. "CEO Sheln, why would you be here at this time?"Ethan didn't spare her a glance. He walked to where I stood. The employees at the side unconsciously stepped back. I raised my hand and smiled. " I am fine. There's no need to stand up for me."Whoever called him to this p
The evening sky was heavy, and it started to drizzle. The street seemed very bleak at night, accentuated by the fall of the hazy drizzle, which made the streetlight seem a little dimmer. The autumn air was cold, yet standing by Ethan's side, I didn't feel any cold. I finally found the moment to ask the question that has been on my mind ever since."How did you know I was in there?"Ethan didn't reply; he gently opened the door for me to enter. "Get in the car."I got in the car. "What do you want to eat?" Ethan also got in the car and asked. I really felt bad at that moment. It was his birthday and not mine yet. I have stressed him enough, and he was still going to buy me food?"I will eat anything you want, but the bills are on me.""It's fine; spend your time on me; I will spend the money," his warm voice said as he adjusted and fixed my seat belt. I couldn't help it. I blushed at his response and looked away. "Meanwhile. The issue of your card being frozen, you didn't let me kn
"A middle-aged woman was found laying in the pool of her own blood this morning. Luckily, she was still alive and had just lost an arm. She's being rushed to the hospital for immediate medical attention. The new Alpha's crowning will be in the coming weeks; however, the custom is about a Luna being selected."I didn't care much about what they were saying about Luna's selection. I stared in disbelief at the woman I saw on the screen. Mrs. Veronica was almost the ghost of herself. As if the hand she grabbed me with yesterday was amputed. "Are you scared?" Ethan asked, messaging my hands with smiles. I understand that he was mad that the woman caused trouble with me yesterday, but he was looking too happy for someone whose pack member just got an attack."."No. It's just terrible and unfortunate for her. I hope she wakes up. I wonder who did this thing to her.""The pack elders will look into it, so don't worry a bit about that." Ethan's calm, sooting voice came again, but then the smi
I start to think about what I'll actually do that day. What if my wolf was still too weak to shift? Then I remembered that this year's was going to be different because of the date it fell on. "Wait. What about the children?" I suddenly asked when the meeting was as good as over. Matteo, who was already standing, sat back."Children don't have a wolf yet; hence, they are exempted. They can go ahead and sleep however they want or help clean up the environment.""I know that right, but that day is also Halloween. How are the children going to spend it alone?""It's just a holiday; they should go do their homework or something and play hide and seek later," Matteo said."I am sure the children will be fine. So you don't need to worry about them. They won't die if they miss the holiday for a year," Ethan added. "Of course they won't." I said. There was no need to talk to them. It was heartbreaking that they didn't take that into consideration. They could shift Ethan's coronation until t
Since about 40 percent of the pack was filled with children, there wouldn't be enough space for all the activities of Halloween, so I decided to cut it down to the ones we could pull off. Madam Lucy would help spread the news to others. She also volunteered to gather those who would cook alongside her. I just hope the news doesn't get to Ethan yet before I tell him. He's been so busy lately, and most times he would even say that he wouldn't make it home. So I understand. I was also so busy to miss him so much. We'd spend most times together, though, visiting the different packs that Matteo enlisted in. I know most pack members wouldn't let their children show up here because they probably don't trust me as their Luna yet. I would be happy if at least half showed up. After the whole week of preparation, we were finally ready for both Halloween and full moon night. But then I have to show up at the two events. First as the Luna of the pack, and second as the person who planned the wh
There's an old saying that goes..."Fool me once; shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me." But what if you've been fooled more times than you can count? What if you've fallen for the same trick over and over again, each time believing that this time will be different? What if, despite all the evidence to the contrary, you still can't help but hope that maybe, just maybe, this time it will be true?"This is perfect, Charlotte. I am so glad I didn't get to miss this," my stepmother said, tapping my shoulder gently as she walked around, staring at the beautiful decoration I had made. I felt a bit happy. It was her first time to like my effort.Just then, I heard the approach of several vehicles. I walked away to welcome the children that had just arrived. Their eyes opened wide as they saw me, and those of their parents opened as they entered Ethan's mansion. I went about introducing myself to all the children and their parents. But then the parents refused to leave. By the end of th