Semua Bab My Hidden Identity Was Exposed at a Classmates’ Reunion: Bab 1 - Bab 8

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I was ridiculed because I went to the classmate gathering on a motorcycle.If Derek hadn't kept bombarding my phone with messages, I wouldn't have bothered showing up at this reunion at all.He was particularly persistent this time, probably because it had been eight years since I left Blood Moon Pack without a word. As the former vice president who took over my position, he felt responsible for keeping the class together."Claire, please come. Everyone misses you," his last message read.What a joke. Miss me? They were probably just curious about what happened to the omega class president who disappeared.Out of respect for our old friendship, I had to reschedule an urgent war council meeting just to squeeze in an hour for this gathering. The Alpha King wasn't pleased, but he understood my need for cover while investigating in Blood Moon territory.I glanced around the luxurious dining room. Crystal chandeliers hung from the ceiling, and the air was thick with expensive perfume and ar

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2

The atmosphere in the room grew increasingly tense as Emily's dominance pheromones filled the air."Emily, I really need to leave," I kept my voice deliberately calm. "The meeting is important."Emily's eyes flashed with malice as she signaled to her security team. Within seconds, a dozen muscular betas in black suits surrounded me."Look who's trying to act tough now," Emily's lips curled into a cruel smile. "You might have forgotten, but this is Blood Moon territory.""Let me show them what we're capable of," Zoe, my wolf, growled inside my mind."Not yet," I soothed her. "We need to maintain our cover."The truth was, I could have taken down every single one of these betas without breaking a sweat. The Alpha King's elite warriors didn't earn their positions through family connections.Derek, ever the peacemaker, tried to intervene again."Claire, I think it's better if you stay. You know how things work in our pack..."His voice trailed off as he glanced nervously at Emily's securit

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3

The tension in the room reached a breaking point as Emily's security team held me firmly in place, their beta strength pressing into my arms."You always thought you were better than everyone else, didn't you, Claire?" Emily circled me slowly, her designer heels clicking against the marble floor. "Little Miss Perfect with her straight A's and pretty face.""She's just jealous," Zoe snickered in my mind. "She could never compete with us, then or now.""Remember senior year?" Emily's voice dripped with venom as she ran a perfectly manicured nail down my cheek. "How you caught me trying to peek at your test paper during finals?"Her eyes narrowed dangerously as the memory seemed to fuel her anger."You just had to report me to the teacher, didn't you? The precious little omega playing by the rules."I met her gaze steadily, refusing to show weakness. "You were cheating. What else was I supposed to do?""SHUT UP!" Emily's hand connected with my face again, the sound echoing through the sil

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4

The atmosphere in the room had become suffocating as Derek continued pleading with me, his beta scent tinged with anxiety."Claire, please just apologize to Emily," he whispered urgently. "You know how influential her family is. It's not worth making enemies here.""He's a coward," Zoe growled in my mind. "They all are. The Derek we knew would never have stood for this kind of bullying."I looked around at the faces of my former classmates, disappointment settling heavy in my chest. Some avoided my gaze, others watched with barely concealed amusement.The Blood Moon Pack had fallen so far from its noble origins. Once, we were known for our unity and protection of all pack members, regardless of rank.Now? The higher-ranked wolves used their status as a weapon, crushing those beneath them simply because they could."Claire," Emily's voice cut through my thoughts like a knife. "Do you know who you're defying right now?"I almost laughed at the irony of her question. If anyone was clueles

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5

Emily glided gracefully out to the driveway, every inch the confident hotel heiress, her designer heels clicking against the marble.I followed at a distance, watching as she put on her best welcoming smile - the same one she'd probably practiced in the mirror a thousand times.A tall, muscular man stepped out of the lead SUV. Thomas, the Northern Pack's Gamma, cut an imposing figure in his crisp black suit, his battle scars barely visible but adding to his intimidating presence."Welcome to Moon Valley Hotel!" Emily's voice dripped with honey. "We're truly honored to have such distinguished guests."Thomas barely glanced at her, his eyes scanning the area with military precision, assessing every corner for potential threats."We need a private room immediately," he commanded. "There's an urgent meeting."Emily brightened, practically bouncing on her toes."Of course! Let me personally show you our selection of luxury suites. The presidential suite has an amazing view of the mountains,

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6

Emily stared at the remains of her Rolls Royce, her hands trembling with barely contained rage. The luxury car she'd bragged about just hours ago was now nothing more than twisted metal and shattered glass.But one look at Thomas's cold expression made her swallow her anger. She'd seen that look before - it was the same one her father wore when dealing with enemies who needed to be eliminated.She forced a smile that looked more like a grimace, her perfect makeup cracking at the edges."I... I understand now. Let's not make this situation worse," she said, her voice sickly sweet. "I'm willing to compensate Claire for any distress I've caused.""Is she serious?" Zoe growled in my mind. "She thinks she can buy her way out of this like everything else in her life?"Emily pulled out her checkbook with shaking hands, her designer bracelet catching the light."How about this - I'll pay for any damages and formally apologize. Let's say... fifty thousand? A hundred thousand?" Her voice grew mo

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7

The roar of an expensive engine announced James Thompson's arrival, the sound echoing through the parking lot like a lion's prideful roar.He stepped out of his Maybach, cutting an impressive figure in his tailored Italian suit. A gold watch glinted on his wrist, and his shoes probably cost more than most wolves made in a month. The perfect image of a powerful businessman used to getting his way.Emily immediately ran to him, her designer heels clicking against the pavement like an eager puppy seeking protection."Daddy! They destroyed my car and threatened me! And it's all because of that omega Claire! She's trying to act important just because she knows some military people!"James patted her shoulder reassuringly before approaching our group. His eyes swept over the military vehicles, cataloging the Eastern Alpha King's emblems with growing concern.Still, he maintained his confident demeanor - the same one that had probably intimidated countless business rivals."What seems to be t

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8

Emily struggled to her feet, her designer clothes now dirty from kneeling on the pavement. Her perfect appearance was ruined, but her arrogance remained intact."This is ridiculous!" she spat, her voice shrill with indignation. "You left our pack right after high school! You abandoned your own people, and now you come back acting high and mighty?""She still doesn't get it," Zoe growled in my mind. "Show her what real abandonment looks like."I looked around at my former classmates, seeing the same entitled attitude reflected in many of their faces. Years had passed, but nothing had changed in Blood Moon Pack."You want to know why I left?" My voice was cold enough to freeze fire. "Look at what the Blood Moon Pack has become under families like yours. Higher ranked wolves bullying and oppressing omegas, treating them like dirt beneath your expensive shoes."James tried to interrupt, but I silenced him with another pulse of power that made his knees buckle."My parents were omegas too.

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