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Chapter 54

Author: Victoria.c.
last update Last Updated: 2025-05-19 10:13:05

PUBLIC RECKONING

Council Hall, morning.

[The ancient ironwood doors groaned open.]

Guard (calling out):

"Her Grace, Luna Blythe of Fresh Meadows."

A hush swept over the room, like wind before a storm. Nobles turned—not in greeting, but calculation. Murmurs buzzed. A few straightened. A few didn't bother.

Lady Marrow (under her breath):

"Snakes. Every one of them."

Captain Thorne (his hand resting near his sword):

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  • HER DAUGHTER'S REJECTED MATE    Chapter 54

    PUBLIC RECKONINGCouncil Hall, morning.[The ancient ironwood doors groaned open.]Guard (calling out):"Her Grace, Luna Blythe of Fresh Meadows."A hush swept over the room, like wind before a storm. Nobles turned—not in greeting, but calculation. Murmurs buzzed. A few straightened. A few didn't bother.Lady Marrow (under her breath):"Snakes. Every one of them."Captain Thorne (his hand resting near his sword):

  • HER DAUGHTER'S REJECTED MATE    Chapter 53

    THE BALLAD OF FIRE AND FROSTBlythe's POVFrostgrave. Night. Snow is falling lightly.[Blythe enters, her cloak pulled tight, boots crunching over fresh snow.]Aria (her wolf, murmuring inside):"You're not here for quiet, are you?"Blythe (softly):"I needed space."Aria:"From the council? Or from the truth?"Blythe (pausing, looking around):

  • HER DAUGHTER'S REJECTED MATE    Chapter 52

    The Night Council FracturesRain lashed against the glass domes of the Raven Spire — the secret chamber high above the estate where only the true minds of rebellion dared to gather.Thunder rolled in the distance, nature sensing the divide that now cracked through the heart of the council.Blythe stood at the head of the long obsidian table, her cloak soaked through at the hem, and her eyes lit with quiet fire. Around her, four of her most trusted stood—and for the first time since the rebellion was born, their unity was faltering.Captain Thorne spoke first, arms folded across his chest."The time for st

  • HER DAUGHTER'S REJECTED MATE    Chapter 51

    A NEW ENEMY RISESBlythe's POVThe cold wind of Crimson Park knifed through the silk of my cloak as I stood on the palace steps. The sky overhead was bruised with clouds. Lanterns flickered, casting trembling light over the sea of nobles, guards, and curious eyes that filled the courtyard.Helena appeared at my side, her breath sharp. "My lady… he's here."I didn't need her to tell me. I felt it.The ground itself seemed to tense.The crowd parted with a whispering ripple as Vito strode forward in full ceremonial regalia — a deep crimson cloak edge

  • HER DAUGHTER'S REJECTED MATE    Chapter 50

    THE FIRST ROARBlythe’s POVWhen I stepped through the carved oak doors, the council chamber was a hive of whispers. Chandeliers flickered overhead, throwing gold across marble floors, but beneath the glow, every face was taut with expectation, like wolves waiting for the scent of blood.Vito sat at the head of the table, his fingers folded, his mouth curved into that smooth, infuriating smile, and on either side, lords and ladies leaned forward, their jewels glittering like sharpened teeth.Aria’s voice coiled inside me. “Be steady, Blythe. This is where they will try to break you.”“Let them

  • HER DAUGHTER'S REJECTED MATE    Chapter 49

    Wolves Do Not KneelBlythe’s POVWhen Helena entered my study, the snow was still falling. Her cheeks were pale, and her fingers were fidgeting with the edge of her apron.“My Lady,” she murmured, bowing her head. “There’s someone at the south gate… She says she won’t leave until she speaks with you.”I barely looked up from the letters scattered across my desk. “Tell her to wait.”Helena shifted uneasily. “She… says it’s about the Silverblood line.”My pen slipped from my fin

  • HER DAUGHTER'S REJECTED MATE    Chapter 48

    THE HUNT BEGINSXavier’s POVThe forest was colder than usual tonight.I moved swiftly through the underbrush, my breath visible in the pale moonlight, my boots crunching over frosted leaves. My wolf senses prickled at the edges—something was off. The forest was too quiet, and even the wind felt like it was holding its breath.Aria murmured inside me, a pulse of raw instinct.“We’re not alone.”I ducked behind a fallen log, eyes scanning the treetop.A shadow flickered.

  • HER DAUGHTER'S REJECTED MATE    Chapter 47

    MARKEDBlythe’s POVThe banquet was over. The candles still flickered along the long tables, half-melted and dripping pale, wax-like blood. The nobles had scattered, their laughter leaving behind only echoes and crumbs. I stood at the high window, fingers curled tightly around the cold stone ledge, my reflection blurred in the glass.Xavier.Where was he?I touched my collarbone absently, heart still pounding. The sensation was faint at first, like a warmth buried beneath my skin. But now… now it throbbed.Aria stirred sharply.

  • HER DAUGHTER'S REJECTED MATE    Chapter 46

    A CROWN IN THE SHADOWSBlythe’s POVThe ballroom glowed with a thousand lanterns.Glass chandeliers dripped with crystal; silver banners shimmered from the vaulted ceiling. The scent of roasted meats, honeyed wine, and crushed roses filled the air. Laughter rippled under it all — sharp-edged, too bright.At the head of the room, Vito raised a goblet, his smile stretched thin.“To our Queen,” he intoned, his voice carrying over the gathered nobles. “To Blythe, who not only survived the Blood Trial but has proven as enduring as her bloodline.”

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