Semua Bab His Rejected Half-Blood Mate: Bab 1 - Bab 10

Right before our marking ceremony, I walked in on my mate kissing his first love, calling me a lowly half-blood Omega, one who deserved nothing more than a temporary mark."Remember to pick me up tonight, Sophie."That's what Lucas said this morning, leaving a kiss on my forehead as he left.He said he had something important to tell me after the full moon party—something about our permanent mating ceremony next week.I got to the pack clubhouse an hour early, wearing the blue dress he loves.It was a cold, rainy night, but my heart was warm.Until I heard voices from the terrace."Don't leave my pack again, Willow."Lucas's voice was deep and obsessive, thick with the smell of alcohol.I pushed open the glass door and saw something that shattered my heart.Lucas had his nose buried deep in Willow Black's neck, greedily inhaling her scent.His arms were wrapped tight around her slim waist, like she was the most precious thing in the world."Lucas, you're drunk," Willow chuckled, but sh

At seven in the morning, Lucas's side of the bed was already empty.I was making breakfast in the kitchen when I heard the front door click shut.He left without even saying goodbye.Today we were supposed to finalize the design for our mating marks.The permanent mating ceremony required a custom tattoo to seal our bond.Our appointment was at two in the afternoon.At eleven-thirty, Lucas called."Sophie, are you there yet?" he asked, his voice impatient."Not yet. The appointment is for two.""Can you go early? I have something to take care of."I checked the time. "What is it?""Just some pack business. You go on ahead, I'll be there soon."He hung up.I sat on the sofa and idly opened Instagram.Lucas rarely posted, but his account had an update today.Strangely, I couldn't see the new post.I switched to my backup account—the one he didn't know about.A photo appeared on the screen.Lucas and Willow were in a tight embrace, his face pressed against her neck, their scent glands alm

I cut the link and switched off my phone.Takeoff, landing.Three hours later, I was standing in the arrivals hall at the Seattle airport.A Beta I didn't recognize was holding a sign with my name on it. He looked to be in his early thirties, with a kind smile and none of the oppressive presence of an Alpha."Sophia Grey?" He walked over to me. "I'm Charlie Walker. The company sent me to pick you up."I nodded and followed him to the parking lot.In the car, Charlie handed me a bottle of water. "Long flight? The company arranged a place for you, it's close to the studio.""Thanks."I turned my phone back on to check my messages.Nineteen missed calls, all from Lucas.And a long string of texts:「Sophie, come back. Now.」「You can't just leave like this!」「I am your Alpha. I command you to return to me!」「Damn it, answer your phone!」「Sophie, I'm warning you, don't make me angry.」Every message dripped with Alpha command, as if I were still the same Omega who would cower at his authorit

A month later, life in Seattle had settled into a comfortable rhythm.My design project received rave reviews from the client, and Charlie had become a good friend.He would often bring me coffee when I worked late and sometimes we'd go to art exhibits or music festivals on the weekends.There was no Alpha possessiveness, no prejudice about bloodlines. Just simple friendship.Tonight was the design team's monthly dinner.Everyone had chosen a fantastic Italian restaurant. Red wine, pasta, and a relaxed, cheerful atmosphere.I hadn't been this happy in a long time."To Sophie's successful project! Cheers!" my colleagues said, raising their glasses.I was a bit of a lightweight, and a warm flush spread across my cheeks.It was late by the time dinner ended, and Charlie offered to take me home."You've had a bit too much to drink," he said, steadying my arm. "I'll call an Uber."We were waiting outside the restaurant when I pulled out my phone and snapped a picture of us together."Had a

Lucas's howl echoed through the night, filled with pain and desperation.Charlie and I stood there until the sound faded completely."Thank you," I said, turning to Charlie. "What you said just now...""Just the truth." Charlie shrugged. "Sophia, someone who truly loves you wouldn't try to control you."He took out a handkerchief and gently dabbed at the blood on my cheek. His movements were gentle and careful, completely devoid of any possessiveness."Do you need to go to the hospital?""No, it's just a surface wound." I shook my head. "Charlie, your words made him completely break down.""That's a truth he needed to face," Charlie said, putting the handkerchief away. "Sophia, you deserve better."Back in my apartment, I took a shower and changed into my pajamas.The cut on my face had stopped bleeding, but it still throbbed.I had just lain down when my phone buzzed.A text.From Lucas: 「Sophie, give me one chance to rebuild our scent bond. I know I was wrong.」I stared at the screen