Semua Bab Orphan to Luna: The Alpha's Substitute Bride: Bab 111 - Bab 120

Mara's POV My jaw ticked at the sight of Talia in front of me. Her laughter echoed through the hallway as they all had her surrounded. The elders, the guests, and other maidens of the house. I paused for a second, watching her from a distance. Knowing she was bound to put up a show. "Talia!" I called out through gritted teeth. Headed in her direction with a forced smile creased on my face. I moved forward with my arms stretched out, Pulling her in for a hug. Talia's eyes narrowed for a second as I approached her, but she just smiled and opened her arms to reciprocate the hug. "Mara, darling!" Talia exclaimed, her voice dripping with false sincerity. "It's so wonderful to see you!" I pulled back from her embrace, my weird smile still spreading across my face. "Talia, you look good," I said, scanning her from head to toe. "I see you’re still surrounded by admirers." Talia laughed, her eyes filled with amusement. "Mara, you know me too well. I'm just a social butterfly, you know I

Mara’s pov I woke up from my thoughts and turned to face Talia. My eyes locked on hers, My expression, a mix of both guilt and regret. "Talia, I’m sorry. I’m sorry I couldn’t save you that night. I said barely above a whisper.” Talia's expression immediately turned cold, her eyes flicking with bitterness and anger. "You should be sorry, Mara, Talia spat out. You promised to protect me, and you failed, like the failure You’ve always been." I felt a sting from her words, I was taken aback. My eyes widened in shock. Talia sounded like I caused it all. Talia, I did everything I could, I stammered trying to defend myself. Talia burst out laughing even before I could finish, "Oh, Mara, I'm just kidding! Talia exclaimed, her eyes sparkling with amusement. Don't look so serious!” My face turned cold, anger and embarrassment filled my mind. "Talia, that's not funny, I yelled. That's not something to joke with.” Talia rolled her eyes, her smile faltering for a moment. "Sorry, Mara. I wa

Rhys povI stared at the walls in my room, overwhelmed by thoughts. How could Talia be spending the night here? I couldn't get over what had happened earlier tonight.I only watched as Talia begged Mara to let her stay at our home, for the night, her eyes pleading and pitiful. I know Talia isn't going to leave by morning even if she said so. I know Talia too well she had her plans.Mara was hesitant, and I could understand why. Talia and Mara were enemies, and the tension between them was too high.But despite my reservations, I couldn't bring myself to turn Talia away. Not yet, at least.So I just stood there and watched as Mara made the decision herself. I wished I could say something but I couldn't. Talia was my fiance, I had married Mara because of how things turned out to be.But lately, I found myself loving her……I was lost in thoughts. As the night wore on, I noticed that Mara seemed to be getting more and more uncomfortable.She'd only sleep for a few minutes and then wake up

Rhys povMara's expression turned thoughtful. "You know, Rhys, I think Talia's anger is a sign of how much she still cares about you."I raised an eyebrow. "Really? I thought she was just bitter."Mara shook her head. "No, I think there's more to it than that. She's hurt because she feels like you betrayed her trust."I sighed, feeling a spark of guilt. "I know I did. And I'm sorry for it."Mara's eyes locked onto mine. "I know you are, Rhys. And that's what matters. You're taking responsibility for your actions and trying to make amends."I nodded, feeling a sense of gratitude towards Mara. She always knew how to make me see things from a different perspective.I realized that Mara was right. Talia's anger was a sign of how much she still cared about me. And that knowledge gave me hope that maybe, just maybe, we could repair our friendship someday.But for now, I was just grateful to have Mara by my side. She was my rock, my companion, and my best friend. And I knew that no matter wh

Rhys povMara's expression turned thoughtful. "Rhys, I think Talia's anger is a sign of how much she still cares about you."I raised my eyebrows. Really? I thought she was just bitter.Mara shook her head. "No, I think there's more to it. She's hurt because she feels like you betrayed her trust for you."I sighed, feeling a spark of guilt run down my spine. "I know I did. And I'm sorry about it."Mara's eyes met mine, "I know you are, Rhys. And you’ve apologized You're taking responsibility for your actions and you’re trying to make amends. That’s a strong man and that’s enough."I nodded, feeling a sense of relief and gratitude towards Mara. She always knew how to make me see things from a different perspective.I realized that Mara was right. Talia's anger and drama was a sign of how much she still cared about me. And that Knowledge made me realize just how much I hurt her..But for now, I was grateful to have Mara by my side. She was my peace, my companion, and my best friend. And