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Alexie’s POV

“Congratulations, Ms. Brown, your company is now listed among the top performers in the pack.”

I was all over the moon the day I received that message from Alpha Desmond of the Silvermoon pack’s assistant.

After working so hard for years, I finally got recognized and a lot of business tycoons from other packs have been trooping to collaborate with me.

Seven years came so fast, but not fast enough to erase the hardship I went through after relocating to the Silvermoon pack.

No one wanted to employ a stranger to work for them; nobody trusted me with anything, landlords kicked me out of their houses when I couldn't meet my monthly rent, and worst, I almost dropped out of school when I ran out of my savings.

Nevertheless, I didn't give up; I fought so hard, showed them I was worthy to do any job, and after a few months of working as an intern with meager pay in a factory, I was finally recognized and promoted to a temporary staff member.

All the hardship, and maltreatment I endured paid off because seven years later, I am not who I used to be. Seven years later, I have transformed from just an omega to someone rich men were dying to see—someone they could trust with their money and get a huge profit in return.

I struggled so much and built an empire in Silvermoon pack—a conglomerate that only competes with the Alpha’s company.

“Your next destination is the Lunskye pack, Ms. Brown.”

Finally.

“Got it. Get the tickets ready.”

She bobbed, bowed her head, and hurried off.

My gaze returned to the phone after she had left and I continued chatting with the business tycoon I was going to meet in the Lunskye pack.

“Don’t forget our agreement, Ms. Brown, I am looking forward to seeing you tomorrow.”

I placed the phone on the desk after listening to his voice note, cracked my fingers, and yawned.

“Mummy!”

A little shrill voice startled me so hard that I nearly fell off my chair. My baby ran from the door and didn't stop until she saw herself locked in my arms.

“I’ve missed you so much, Mummy. Didn't you say you would pick me up from school today?”

She pulled away, compressed her lips stubbornly, and dropped her little hands on her tiny waist.

“You ditched me again today.”

“I am so sorry, baby, mummy got so busy but I promise to make this up to you.”

“Again?”

She gasped, dramatically waving her hands.

“You’ve said this countless times, Mummy. When will you…”

Her voice was so loud and shrill that I had to cover my ears before she killed my eardrums. However, she tugged at my elbow, showing her displeasure so I had no choice but to drop my hands

“What do you say we go get some ice cream?”

Her face suddenly brightened up and she grabbed my hand.

“Let’s gooo!”

Before we left, I branched off by the secretary’s desk regarding the trip to remind her of something important, but before that, I had to send my baby with the assistant.

“Make sure it is ready before I return.”

At the ice cream shop, while Freya was busy licking off the tip of the ice cream, I stared at her affectionately, happy that I was able to give her the best life I prayed so hard to provide for her.

“Mummy will be going on another trip tomorrow, baby.”

She paused and slowly looked at me, disappointment all over her face.

“You aren't going with me, isn't it?”

I nodded, maintaining the smile on my face even though I wasn't happy deep down. Always leaving my baby behind whenever I am going on a business trip isn't intentional; it is just to keep her away from someone–Rafe.

He doesn't know I was pregnant when I left the Lunskye pack and I don't want him to know anything about Freya.

“But will you come back with Daddy this time? I've got a debate to participate in next week and I will be so happy if Daddy comes.”

I sighed, took her hand in mine, and smiled at her.

“Mummy will always be here for you, sweetheart.”

“What about Daddy? He doesn't love me, right? And he won't come to see me?”

Seeing how her mood was about to change, I quickly told her the one thing she has always wanted to hear.

“Daddy loves you, baby, and he will come to see you soon.”

“Will you return with him this time around?”

She asked, her eyes bubbling with excitement.

“Yes, and he will stay with you forever.”

I felt so bad lying to my baby because this time, I had given her the hope that I would return with Rafe. If I don't, what will happen? Perhaps she wouldn't want to talk to me anymore.

But how would I start explaining to Freya that her Dad doesn't know about her? I have already built up her hope since she was two that her Dad had travelled to another country for business and would return one day.

“Ma’am, the plane has been booked and your flight to Lunskye Pack is at 10am.”

I nodded and sighed deeply after hearing the assistant’s words.

Tomorrow will be the first time I set foot in the Lunskye pack after seven years. Has it changed from how it was, or is everything still the same?

What about my parents? Are they still alive? And if they are, has regret already kicked in or are they still waiting for me to apologize to that idiot, Rafe?

Well, tomorrow will tell so no need to get excited over what I don't know yet or what is awaiting me over there. But no matter what, I must make sure I cross paths with Rafe and Skipper—to let them know they were the obstacles blocking my path to freedom and richness.