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Isabella.Now Connor was trying to shield me.I shook my head at him. “Remember what you said, Connor?" I whispered toward him.He relaxed, letting me walk forward.With every step I took, I saw how some of the pack members parted the way, never losing their gaze. It wasn't one of respect, but given to an anomaly, a stranger.In spite of my bravery, I pulled Treasure close to me in order to shield him, cautious of the eyes that grazed him. They could say anything they wanted to me, but I wouldn't let them slander him.I could tell that my son was evidently confused by the change in action. He was far too perceptive at times.Connor still walked beside me, but fell a little behind, ready for whatever scrutiny. I didn't dare look behind to see either of our parents. Six years had passed since then, and I wasn't going to let anyone shield me.Perhaps I was still shaken inside, because I was still talking in my head, reminding myself that I could continuously do so.“Please wait." A voi

Isabella.I sighed as I plopped onto the desk.Two more days had gone by, and most of the work had been dealt with.But I couldn't lie to myself, the gamma duties had worn me down.Not to mention the other thing.I straightened at the thought of it, curling my hands into fists.Lucy and Darius.It couldn't be a coincidence that a rogue was here and there were rogue attacks. Though I barely knew her personally, from all that Sierra had told me of her and from the false saccharine meeting, I knew for sure that she was not what anyone expected and neither was she someone to be trusted.However, whilst Sierra's opinion of her was low, she couldn't pin her as someone with that much charisma. When I had asked her whether there was a chance that Lucy was linked to the rogue attacks, her answer was uncertain.“I doubt she's the kind of person that can mobilize that manpower." She said.“What I knew about her was her trickery, but almost seven years have passed, and I'm not sure how true that

Isabella.They stood stunned as they all looked at me. Every stare was prickling amidst the silence and I couldn't help but shuffle under the scrutiny.“Isabella?" I turned to look at my mother, whose expression held unbridled shock. “What do you mean?"My gaze flew to the floor. Guilt swelled up in me like bitter heat. I should have told them a long time ago, but then again, I was planning to tell them. Unfortunately, things didn't work out as planned.But it was better late than never. That was the saying, wasn't it? Sucking in my breath, I looked back up to face them.I knew what I was about to say was probably life changing, upending everything they knew about mates and mate bonds. “I have a mate.”Silence reigned for seconds, each one that passed lengthening the heavy tension that surrounded the room.I counted every single one. When it had reached the tenth, it was as though everything disappeared.A cacophony of noises arose from every end, and throughout the mingling of the

Isabella.The next day began as normal. Albeit alone, I went all the way to my father's office after wishing my parents and son goodbye. I had found myself discussing with Ethan on the matters of yesterday along with preemptive steps.Although working in the practical sense was still a question.I went through the information shared through the meeting I had with the Alpha, Luna, and my parents.From all they had told me, the timeline matched. Lucy had come into the pack as a lone wolf, seeking shelter. The pack had taken pity on her, with the council of elders finally declaring her an official pack member. Shortly after, my father had begun to notice Darius and her together more and more. Even worse was that unlike the last time I came, the pack's perception of Darius had slowly lessened as more of his bad behavior came into light. It was even more evident now.Therefore after about three months after new year's - likely before Sierra's wedding in my timeline. Under the rule of the c

Isabella.I stared interchangeably at Connor and Leo after I stepped away from our embrace. It was… Goddess, it was so surprising to see even now.Though I had waited and anticipated at times, I had never imagined what it would be like for him to be here. It was as though two separate parts of my life - one in the city whilst the other in the pack - had merged together. It was foolish to think of that, considering that they were never separate at all, but still.I roved over him again. He was evidently tired, yet he still held himself with a strength that made me feel warm inside.But back to the main topic.I turned to Connor.“Explain," I spoke sternly.I watched as Connor carded his hand through his hair before staring at me with a slight exasperation.“Come on, isn't it enough that I brought your mate here?" Referring to Leo as my mate brought heat through my cheeks. Wasn't it ironic? Only yesterday I had continuously explained and referred to him as my mate, and now I was blushin