All Chapters of Bound To My Alpha Mate : Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

“I think we were about to have a very important meeting,” I replied, trying to suppress my giggles as he spun me around in a playful twirl. The airy hall filled with the echoes of my laughter, and for a moment, I felt weightless, free from the challenges ahead and the lingering uncertainty that had cast shadows moments before."Important meeting, indeed," Zane said, setting me down gently but keeping his arms around my waist, his eyes glimmering with mischief. “But let’s make it more about us, shall we?”His playful tone chased away any remnants of tension that lingered in the air. I looked into his eyes, and in that fleeting moment, everything else faded—the pack politics, Carolina’s glaring presence, the doubts that crept in now and then. All that mattered was him and this vibrant connection we were forging.He leaned closer, whispering conspiratorially in my ear, “I’ve been thinking about how I want to celebrate our announcement. Something just for us.”“Celebration?” My heart race

Carolina’s POV Two days had passed since I had stood in that grand hall, and the weight of my words lingered heavily in the air like a storm cloud ready to burst. I had watched the pack teeter on the brink of loyalty and doubt, and I knew it wouldn’t take long for the balance to shift. My challenge hung over Avery like a guillotine, and I could almost taste the naivety radiating from her as she navigated her new role as Luna.In those two days, the atmosphere within the pack shifted subtly. Avery had thrown herself into tasks, trying to bond with the members and prove she belonged, but I could see through her efforts—the smile was sometimes too strained, her laughter too brittle. She was a girl playing dress-up, and I was determined to show everyone just how ill-prepared she truly was.I spent my time meticulously observing, listening for whispers and gathering information from those who were still hung up on our loss. Craig's absence had created a vacuum of leadership, and I was all

Avery’s POV “Carolina? What are you doing out here? Are you alright?” I frowned when I spotted her sitting with her knees hugged under her chin. She glanced up and scowled when she saw it was me. I wanted to go over it and see if she was okay. I know she hated me in the past, but I was Luna now, and I should at least try to get along with her. I knew it would be much easier at our pack if we all got along. I knew how Zane hated to think of anyone causing a rift. However, I did understand her reasons. Craig was a big part of the pack. He hadn’t just been my mate or the beta. Everyone loved him and adored him. He had shown me love and kindness from the start. Even though I had found a second chance with Zane, it didn’t take away the thoughts and love I would always have for Craig. He would want me to be happy, and I was. “What do you want?” she hissed, looking back out at the distance. I sighed and approached her. “I don't want to speak to you, Avery.” she moved slightly away from me.

Carolina’s POVI didn’t want to admit it, but as I walked away from her, the weight of Avery’s words lingered in my mind like an unwelcome shadow. I could feel the bitterness pooling in my chest, and I hated how her insistence pierced through my defences. It wasn’t fair that she came into my life like a whirlwind, bringing with her the echoes of what I had lost and the anguish of the new reality I had to accept.Yes, I was angry. Furious, even. I wanted to throw it all at her, to unleash the tidal wave of my grief and resentment. Craig had been my anchor, and in an instant, he was gone, replaced by someone who, through no fault of her own, now took his place beside Zane. A part of me wanted to scream that she could never be him and that our memories were mine to cherish.As I stepped into the confined space of my room, I slammed the door shut behind me, letting the silence envelop me like a thick fog. I paced back and forth, my heart pounding in my chest. Guilt gnawed at me as I repla

Avery's pov The morning unfolded like a gentle song, drawing me down the stairs with the tempting aroma of brewing coffee and the sweet scent of freshly baked pastries. As I entered the kitchen, a sense of warmth enveloped me. Cady was dancing around, a notepad clutched in her hand while she hummed tunefully, and Zane stood at the stove, flipping pancakes with a skilled precision I had long come to admire. Sunlight poured through the windows, casting a golden glow over everything, as if celebrating the day with me.“Good morning, sunshine!” Zane called, glancing over his shoulder, his grin wide and infectious. “Join us for breakfast! You won’t want to miss Cady’s secret pancake recipe.”“Secret or just a hint of extra sugar?” I quipped back, sliding into my seat at the table, the warmth of our morning ritual wrapping around me like a comforting blanket.“Hey, a little sweetness goes a long way!” Cady shot back, sticking her tongue out playfully while finishing her note. “What’s break