Georgina Sinclair's POV:When night time comes, the house is finally quiet. But like a faint echo, Marius's scent clings to the air. Marius told me he will stay the night here. That Alpha truly made himself at home in my house.A lamp shines a gentle golden light on the papers in my lap as I sit on the sofa. Before he left, Harry gave me a folder. He told me it was Marius who ordered the investigation. At first, I hesitated to even open it. But curiosity soon pulled me in.The heading alone makes my chest tighten. River Moon Pack, Post-Divorce Status Report, Danica Kayser.I run my fingers over the crisp edge of the paper. The report is clinical and factual. But every word cuts.The River Moon Pack's structure has fallen into disarray...Morale among members has lowered significantly...The Alpha's personal life has weakened both alliances and internal loyalty...I let out a slow breath and steadying myself. Ryan has now reduced to this. His own mistakes and our broken bond are all bl
Georgina Sinclair's POV:Three days later, the air around me feels steadier even though my thoughts doesn't feel the same.I stand on the porch of my house while leaning slightly against the wooden railing while the sound of bodies colliding and feet striking the ground echoes across the open yard. Marius is sparring with the Betas of my pack. He moves with the force of a predator who knows how much power to release and how much to keep in reserve.Marius once more expressed regret for showing me that aspect of himself. He said I am not supposed to see him like that. Although Marius also told me he cannot promise not to do it again. But I can still hear his words in my head.Marius also apologized for showing that side of him. But he never promised it wouldn't happen again. Not if Ryan tried to touch me or tried to hurt me.I set down my glass of cold juice on the railing while letting my gaze slide to Harry. He is sitting comfortably in one of the chairs I brought out earlier. Unlike
Georgina Sinclair's POV:I decide not to wander aimlessly after everything that just happened. Luckily, Marius doesn't question me when I lead him toward my house. The walk is silent and I can feel it pressing harder with every step.Usually, Marius is never short of words. He has this habit of filling the air with his low drawls, playful remarks or smug comments that always find a way to irritate me or make me laugh. But no, he is too quiet. And this is bothering me more than Ryan's unexpected visit today.By the time we get to the house, the air around us feels tight. I open the door and step inside before letting him to follow me. Usually, the familiar scent of my house settles around me. But with Marius inside, it feels like the atmosphere shifts again.I move automatically and reach for the pitcher of water and pouring it into a glass. "Here." I said while offering it to him.But he doesn't take it. Marius doesn't even look at the glass. Instead, his gaze stays locked on me. I
Georgina Sinclair's POV:I shift my gaze between the two of them and feels the tension thickening again. Ryan's jaw flexes as if it's hard for him to admit anything. But finally, he exhales sharply and speak."Danica... I feel like I don't know her anymore." he said in a low but heavy voice.For a moment, his words hangs in the air. Then Marius lets out a sharp laugh. It's mocking and full of sharpness.Ryan and I both turn to him. My brows knitting in confusion while Ryan's eyes narrow at him. Then Marius smirks before crossing his arms again. "What makes you unfamiliar with her?" Marius sarcastically said. "But we're still discussing the same Beta, right? The trash Beta you kept on you side."Ryan receives the insult like a slap before he lets out a low growl. Then his eyes dart dangerously toward Marius. I can almost feel the pure rage he is feeling.I tense and ready to step in again before this explodes. Because if I keep it going, one of them will end up bleeding. And I know de
Georgina Sinclair's POV:Marius moves without a word until he is squarely in front of me. His broad shoulders are blocking my view at first. I can also feel the sudden change in him. The easy calm from moments ago evaporates and replaced by the protective edge I've come to recognize.I lean a little to the side to see what has drawn that low rumble from him. And that's when my gaze falls on Ryan. But he doesn't look the same Ryan I saw before.Ryan looks thinner, has dark circles under his eyes and looks so pale as if he hasn't seen the sun in weeks now. The way his clothes hang on him is telling me he lost more than a little weight. His posture is off too. It's less confident and almost strained.I cannot hide the shock that passes through me. This isn't the Ryan I remember. Marius snarls when Ryan moves forward. It sound so deep that it makes the hair on my neck to stand up."Why are you here?" Marius demanded.Ryan stops mid-step beforr his jaw tightens. He looks at me for a moment
Georgina Sinclair's POV:A week later, the restoration of our land is almost complete. It is faster than I expected. They just finished fixing the roofs, building the fences and cleared the overgrown plants on the road.My pack is not the only one working on it. Half of Red Moon's Betas were here and moving with practiced efficiency and friendly smiles.But I'd learned the reason soon enough.Marius had asked them to help me. And from the way they had accepted it without a hint of hesitation and almost eagerly, it was obvious they didn't see this as just a favor.They all knew.Even without words, they seemed to silently acknowledge it. That the person they were helping was going to become their new Luna. I noticed that some of them are staring at me and giving me a knowing look. The others also look amused as if they know something I don't want to say out loud.Then I realized, it was Marius's scent.It was subtle but still there. His scent is clinging to me that even bathing cannot