Chapter 10

MEGAN’S POV

Six years later, I was no longer the love-stricken and timid Megan—not anymore. I became the most powerful and admired lady all over New York City. The faceless Moon Heiress every pack wanted to join forces with—well respected and successful. I’ve not only become powerful, I was fearless. Ready to take over my rightful position as the Alpha Queen of my Moon Royal Pack and the Moon Heiress of the werewolf packs, I came back to New York City to dominate and not be controlled.

I was dressed in an exquisite outfit, seated on a golden seat, and busy with the pack’s business files piled up in front of me. A picture of my little boy was placed on the table in front of me.

“Mommy!” The tiny voice squeaked from the entrance, and my face curved into a wide smile as my little boy rushed into my embrace.

“Oh, my dearest Eleazar. Why are you here, sweetie?” I bent over to his height and pecked his cheeks.

He chuckled. “Happy birthday, Mommy. Look, Uncle Lucien brought you a cake.” Eleazar pointed at the handsome man who was approaching us.

“Happy birthday, Meg.” Lucien, who happened to be my childhood friend, the Alpha of the Dark Moon Pack, and a strong rival of the Crescent Moon Pack, walked in with a birthday cake.

“Thank you, Lucien. You know you really don’t have to.” I reluctantly took the cake from him.

Lucien held my hands, staring passionately at me. “I will always celebrate your birthday, Meg.”

“Thank you, Lucien. I’m sure my dad was the one who urged you to take care of Eleazar. He can be a handful, and I know that. I mean, I know you’re busy with your pack too.” I smiled faintly as I held onto Eleazar’s hand tightly.

“It’s never trouble, and you know that, Megan.” He softly replied, and I nodded my head.

Then, Eleazar tapped my fist. “Mom, Uncle Lucien said the birthday party will be a massive party. Can I come?” He rubbed his palms pleadingly.

“Now what did you promise me about early bedtime? Go wash up; we'll get lunch.” I gently pushed him off.

Taking a deep sigh of disappointment, he shook his little head. “You’re so tough, Madam Moon Heiress.” He grumbled as he walked upstairs while I giggled.

“I heard Austin is still looking for you.” Alpha Lucien started, and I turned to him with furrowed eyebrows. “Trying to find me? Why? Isn’t he supposed to be married to his dearest Kayla? Or does he want me to make his mistress some more soup?” I spoke in between gritted teeth.

With worry in his eyes, Lucien held my hands and softly spoke. “He’ll be attending the party. He rarely attends parties like this, but he’ll be there. Can you…?” “Why not?” I cut in sharply with an air of authority. “I am no longer Megan Prescott Sinclair—not anymore. I am the Moon Heiress and the Alpha Queen of the most powerful pack, the Moon Royal Pack. That Megan that loved him wholeheartedly?” I scoffed in absolute disdain. “She’s long gone. Why should I hide from him? You are throwing this party for me, so I have to be there.” I uttered with finality in the tone of my voice.

Lucien smiled broadly. “If you say so, my lady. My humble pack cannot wait to welcome the Moon Heiress. Throwing this party for your birthday is a big honor.”

“Stop joking, Lucien.” I chuckled softly while sipping a glass of wine.

On the fateful day of the party, the venue was filled with guests. From upstairs, behind the beaming lights, I sighted Austin walking in with his arm candy, Kayla, whose hands were wrapped around his arms.

They walked straight to Alpha Lucien, who was busy discussing with other guests.

“Didn’t think you’d find someone desperate enough to be your Luna, Lucien.” Austin mockingly uttered, his hands tucked into the pocket of his trousers.

Lucien smirked coldly at him. “And I didn’t think you’d be pathetic enough to show up at my event.”

Ignoring him, Alpha Austin snapped his fingers, and a lady walked into the hall bearing the gift. “A gift for your Luna.”

The gift box was opened, revealing the deep green, shimmering emerald necklace. “Try not to mess things up tonight.” Austin whispered into Lucien’s ear.

With a cold laugh, Lucien retorted. “I could say the same to you, Alpha Austin.”

I got up from where I was seated. This was the time—the time to be introduced to the guests, who were impatiently waiting to see Lucien’s supposed Luna-to-be.

Gracefully, I walked down the stairs, and everyone turned to look at me. I was dressed in a shimmering, elegant, black dress paired with a silver kitten heel.

Gasps filled the air. The guests started mumbling to themselves. “That’s Alpha Lucien’s future Luna.”

The moment Austin saw me, his eyes grew and his jaw dropped as I walked towards them with a mild smile. He staggered backwards in astonishment. Kayla stared at me, stunned.

“Megan?” Austin mouthed in disbelief.

Alpha Lucien walked to me with a wide smile as he offered me his arm, and I slipped my hand through it. “Thank you, Lucien.”

“Always welcome, my lady.” He stretched out the gift from Austin, who was too shocked to say another word. “This is a gift from Austin.” He continued as he slowly opened the gift box.

I recognized the emerald necklace immediately. The same one I had pleaded with my ‘ex-husband’ to get for me.

“Emerald?” I nervously uttered with a forced smile on my face. “It’s… it’s exquisite.” I added.

Lucien brought the necklace out of the box and was about to wear the necklace around my neck when Austin, who couldn’t stand the sight any further, pushed Kayla off and grabbed Lucien’s suit aggressively as everyone gasped.

I swallowed hard. Austin pushed Lucien away and grabbed my arm. In his eyes were possession and envy. “Megan, where have you been?”