Chapter 3

The moment I put on the "Moon Goddess's Tear," I felt the blood in my veins boil.

Back at the pack, I immediately started my scheme.

I pushed my family's wealth to its limits.

Using my negotiation skills, I effortlessly helped Cain seize a rich new territory from a sworn enemy.

The entire Iron Claw Pack praised my wisdom.

At the peak of my reputation, I took the initiative to suggest throwing a grand recognition ceremony for Jasmine's illegitimate pups.

"Everything for the pack's growth," I smiled at the council of elders.

This scandal was instantly repackaged into a beautiful story of my generosity.

Using the excuse of helping the pups adjust, Cain naturally stayed in Jasmine's room for almost a whole month.

Until a few days before the ceremony.

Cain pushed open the master bedroom door, reeking of alcohol and sweet Omega scent.

He grabbed me into a tight hug, his heavy breathing blowing against my neck.

"Aurora... I'm so happy you're willing to accept those pups as heirs." He kissed my cheek with drunken eyes. "Keeping the woman I love most by my side is the luckiest thing in my life."

He pinned me to the bed, his large hands eagerly tearing at my nightgown.

"After Rex's party, I will spend good time with you... I only have you in my heart..."

Feeling his sickening touch, my stomach cramped.

But I didn't push him away.

I even played along and wrapped my arms around his neck.

...

A few months later, the main hall was brightly lit.

It was the eldest pup Rex's fifth birthday, and also his recognition party.

The entire hall was set up like a playground, packed with guests.

"I don't want this! This is garbage!"

A shrill scream interrupted the party music.

The violently tempered Rex was destroying the desserts on the table like crazy just because he didn't like a toy an elder gave him.

As the Luna, I frowned and stepped forward to stop him.

"Get away! You filthy rich human lapdog!" Rex turned around fiercely, grabbed a heavy crystal wolf statue from the table, and threw it hard at me.

He was too close. I couldn't dodge in time.

Smash!

The crystal hit my forehead and shattered instantly.

Warm blood ran down my cheek and dripped onto my gown.

The entire room gasped.

Rex pointed right at my nose, cursing viciously, "You're a bitch who stole my mom's mate! A useless piece of trash who can't even have pups! You don't deserve to be Luna!"

"Rex!" Jasmine cried out in shock.

She immediately dropped to her knees in front of me, clinging to my legs, crying beautiful tears. "Luna, please have mercy! He's just a pup! Please don't hurt him!"

What brilliant acting.

Turning a violent attack into a weak victim begging for mercy.

Cain quickly pushed his way through the crowd.

He looked at my bloodied face, then at Jasmine kneeling on the floor, and just froze. He didn't say a single word to scold that violent bastard pup.

Just then, the heavy oak doors of the hall were slowly pushed open.

The noisy banquet hall instantly went dead silent.

The man who entered wore a grey robe and held a wooden staff carved with moon phase totems.

It was Silas, the most respected high Seer in the werewolf world. The legendary messenger who could hear the Moon Goddess's oracle directly.

He showed up uninvited.

Silas stared at me for a few seconds, then gave me a slight nod, his eyes profound.

"Seer! Please take the seat of honor!" Cain's father walked forward excitedly to greet him.

Silas stopped. He raised his wooden staff, his voice echoing through the hall:

"I feel it. An unprecedentedly powerful force is gathering above the Iron Claw Pack."

The entire room held its breath.

"A pup is about to be born." Silas closed his eyes. "He is the Alpha King, one in a century. He will unite all territories and lead the lycan world to absolute glory."

"The Alpha King?!"

Cain was overjoyed, sheer greed erupting in his eyes.

Without hesitation, he left me behind, pulled Jasmine up from the floor, and carefully led her in front of the Seer.

"Seer! You mean the pup in Jasmine's womb, right?" Cain's voice trembled with excitement. "She is carrying my pureblood heir!"

Silas slowly opened his eyes and looked at Jasmine's slightly bulging belly.

He frowned and stayed silent.

But Jasmine was already swept away in pure ecstasy.

She arrogantly tilted her chin up and looked at me smugly. Her eyes were full of showing off.

"Goddess! The Alpha King!" Cain's mother screamed and rushed over. "Quick! Get a soft chair for Jasmine! Do not exhaust the future of our pack!"

The entire hall instantly went wild.

Everyone was flattering Jasmine and Cain, hoisting this Omega mistress onto a pedestal.

Meanwhile, I stood all alone in a forgotten corner with blood dripping down my face, completely ignored.

Watching this circus coldly, I quietly placed a hand over my flat stomach.

In my past life, Jasmine gave birth to a very mediocre daughter from this pregnancy.

But right now, through the resonance of the "Moon Goddess's Tear," I clearly felt a faint, yet overwhelmingly powerful life force in my own womb.

As the circus neared its end, Silas prepared to leave.

But as he walked past me, he stopped.

The Seer pulled a smooth moonstone from his sleeve. Avoiding everyone's eyes, he quietly pressed it into my palm.

"This is a welcoming gift for my future King."