LOGINSelina's POV
At this time, Luka's voice echoed in my mind through the mind-link, sounding forced and overly casual.
“Babe, there's an urgent meeting coming up, so I'll be on a short business trip.”
As he was speaking to me, I quickly walked over to his office.
My gut told me he wasn't going on a business trip. He was at that high-end jewelry store, watching Abby admire the diamond ring that was supposed to be the final nail in my coffin.
I leaned
Selina's POVDamon gave me a long, lingering look. His eyes, deep pools that seemed to read every frantic thought racing through my head.A faint, knowing smirk tugged at the corner of his mouth.He knew exactly what I was doing I was using his status to force this deal through.But he didn't call me out. Instead, he gave a sharp, decisive nod and turned to Bryce.I'd be more than happy to see what your team has put together, Alpha Bryce, Damon said, his voice smooth and professional. If Selina stands by this technology, it's worth my time.Bryce's face transformed. The stern, weary inventor was replaced by a man filled with renewed vigor.Excellent! We have the live-simulation lab set up in the west wing of the research facility. It's only a 10-minute drive. He gestured toward the door, already signaling to Beta Collin to pull up the data files. Alpha Damon, trust me, you'll be impressed.I believe so, please lead the way, Dam
Selina's POVThrough the thick, suffocating fog of fever, I felt a familiar pull, a Mind Link scratching at the edges of my mind. Someone was trying to reach me, a voice echoing as if from the bottom of a deep well.“Selina... Selina...”My eyelids felt heavy. I fought to crack them open, yet the dim light of the hotel room stung my retinas.The door clicked open, and a silhouette moved toward me, tall and commanding.For a second, I thought I was hallucinating. But then, the air changed.The smell of the hotel room disappeared, replaced by the intoxicating, grounding scent of dark chocolate and peppermint.Damon.The tension in my body snapped.It was him. Before I could whisper his name, the darkness claimed me again, but this time, it felt safe...I woke up to a headache that felt like a rhythmic pulsing against my skull. The sunlight streaming through the window was agonizingly bright. I squinted,
Selina's POVA massive werewolf guard, towering there with shoulders like a brick wall, stepped into my path. His Alpha-guard uniform was crisp, but his expression was pure granite.Hold it right there, he grunted, his voice a low rumble that vibrated in my chest. State your business.I'm here to see Alpha Bryce, I said, trying to keep my voice steady.I'm Selina. I've traveled from the Red Moon Pack. I took my dad's pack name as a disguise as a precaution.The guard didn't even blink. You got an appointmentNo, I don't. But it's urgent. I really hope to meet him.He let out a short, dry laugh that sounded like sandpaper. Lady, everyone who comes here without a call says it's urgent. No appointment, no entry. That's the rule. You can wait in the visitor's lounge.He gestured vaguely toward a small, cold room off to the side of the main entrance. It felt more like a holding cell than a lounge.I sat on a stiff leather cha
Selina's POVThe next morning, the sun hadn't even fully cleared the horizon, yet Nora and I were already in the back of a cab heading for the airport. We traveled light, just a suitcase and a backpack full of Nora's favorite coloring books.Once we cleared security and found our gate, I pulled out my phone and called Elise.Hey, I'm at the airport, I said, my voice low as I watched Nora stare at the planes through the massive glass windows.I'm heading home to see my parents.Now Why the rush Elise asked in surprise.I'll explain it to you later. Look, I need you to stay on top of those things we discussed. Every step of the plan has to be perfect. No room for error. I kept my voice low and sounded serious.I've got you, Selina, Elise replied, her voice crisp and reliable. I'm already tracking Luka. I'll keep you posted if he meets up with Giada again.Perfect. Keep me updated, I said.I hung up and stared at my screen.
Selina's POVI didn't have time to complain about Luka's sudden change of heart. If I were going to be the perfect Luna for the Shadow Fang Pack's gala, I was going to do it on my terms.I hurried to the bathroom, pulling my hair into a sleek, sophisticated updo that highlighted the sharp line of my jaw.From the closet, I selected a floor-length gown in a deep shade of lavender. Then, I stepped into silver stilettos, the height giving me an extra edge of confidence.I knew Damon would be there. I told myself it was for the project, but a traitorous part of me wanted to see that spark of recognition in his eyes again, and smell the scent of dark chocolate and peppermint that had anchored me the night before.Luka's mother, Frida, arrived to pick up Nora. Once we were sure she was settled, we headed to the gala.The Shadow Fang estate was a fortress of luxury. The grand ballroom was bathed in a warm, amber glow from massive crystal chandelier
Selina's POVAfter I got home, the first thing that came to my nose wasn't the scent of lavender, but the scent of Luka.He was standing in the foyer, his Alpha aura flickering with a jagged, suspicious energy.I didn't expect him to be home so early.Where were you last night, Selina he asked, his voice low. I could feel his pheromones spiking, a mix of irritation and an attempt at dominance.I kept my face neutral, masking the fact that I'd just spent the night with Damon.Nora is at a sleepover. She won't be back until after school today, so I went over to Elise's for a girls' night. I missed my friend.He studied me for a long beat, his eyes searching for a crack in my story.A girls' night You didn't answer your mind-link.I turned it off, Luka. I was tired of being 'drained,' I said, using his own dismissive words against him. I was genuinely surprised he'd cut his time with Abby short. Did the little sister get bo







