Semua Bab Alpha’s Regret After His Abandoned Luna Left: Bab 71 - Bab 80

(Grace Winters' POV)The evening moonlight streamed through the windows of my small healing den, casting long shadows across the herb-lined shelves. I breathed in the familiar scent of dried wolfsbane and moonflower as I prepared my evening tea.My old bones ached from the day's work. Even with Aurora's regular visits and healing treatments, age claimed more of my strength each passing moon.A soft knock at the door interrupted my thoughts. Visitors at this hour were unusual. My wolf senses detected two unfamiliar scents outside—powerful wolves of high standing."Coming," I called, smoothing my simple healing robe.When I opened the door, I found myself face to face with Elara Thornwood and her mate, Elder Thornwood. Their ceremonial robes, embroidered with ancient pack symbols, marked them as wolves of the highest rank."Elder Winters," Elara greeted me formally, her voice strained with some unnamed emotion. "May we speak with you?"I nodded, stepping back to let them enter. "P

The Northern Territory moonlight bathed the Thornwood ancestral den in a silver glow as our vehicles pulled into the circular driveway. My heart pounded against my ribs, my wolf Zoe restless beneath my skin as we approached the massive structure built from ancient silver pines.Everything had happened so quickly. Within hours of the revelation at my healing ceremony, Elara—my mother—had insisted we travel immediately to meet my extended family. My head still spun with the knowledge that I wasn't an orphan after all."Come," Elara said softly, her hand warm against mine as the vehicle stopped. "They're waiting."The doors to the ancestral den flew open before we'd even reached the steps. An elderly she-wolf with striking silver hair stood in the entrance, her amber eyes—so similar to Elder Thornwood's—fixed intently on me."Is that her?" the elderly wolf called out, her voice surprisingly strong. "Is that my granddaughter?"Elder Thornwood stepped forward. "Mother, this is Aurora W

(Aurora's POV)Three days after discovering my true bloodline, I returned to Blackwood territory.My mother—it still felt strange to call her that—had enthusiastically arranged a series of potential mate introductions for me. Each day brought a new Alpha wolf from an allied pack, each one more eager than the last to court the newly discovered Thornwood heir."Just meet them," Elara had urged when I expressed my reluctance. "No commitment required."So I agreed, mostly to appease her. After twenty-seven years without a mother, I couldn't bear to disappoint her now. But none of the wolves sparked even the faintest interest in my heart or with my wolf, Zoe.The fifth introduction happened at Silver Moon Lake. I spotted Alexander watching from the opposite shore, his tall figure unmistakable even at a distance. He made no attempt to approach, just observed with those penetrating amber eyes before disappearing into the forest."Is something wrong?" asked the Northern Pack Alpha I'd be

(Aurora's POV)The scent of autumn filled the air as I walked along the territory border. It had been over a moon cycle since Elder Blackwood's funeral, and I hadn't seen Alexander since that somber day. He'd retreated to Silver Creek territory, immersing himself in the Moonstone Project.I tried to focus on rebuilding my life as Aurora Winters, Chief Healer and newly discovered Thornwood heir. But Richard's mate had other plans."This one's a Northern Alpha," she'd say, presenting yet another eligible wolf. "Strong bloodline, controls three hunting territories."The matchmaking became exhausting. Each meeting followed the same pattern—awkward conversation, polite smiles, and the inevitable moment when they'd attempt to touch my hand. My wolf Zoe would retreat deep within me, rejecting every potential connection.After the fifth such meeting, my mother finally intervened."This needs to stop," Elara Thornwood declared, facing Richard's mate with flashing wolf eyes. "My daughter w

(Aurora's POV)Dusk settled over the Blackwood territory as I approached the Blackwood ancestral den. The familiar scent of pine and moonflowers surrounded the impressive stone structure, bringing back memories both sweet and painful.A young pack member rushed to greet me, her eyes lighting up with surprise and delight."Future Luna! You've returned!" she exclaimed, forgetting that I was no longer officially the Alpha's mate.I forced a smile. "Just visiting. I need to retrieve something from the ceremonial storage chamber.""Of course! Would you like me to prepare some herb-infused tea? Or perhaps inform Alpha Blackwood of your arrival?""No," I said quickly. "I won't be staying long. And I'd prefer if you didn't mention my visit to Alexander."The pack member nodded, though curiosity flickered across her face. She led me through the familiar corridors, past the moonstone-lit hallways where I'd once walked as Alexander's mate.Alone in the ceremonial storage chamber, I search