All Chapters of Rejected And Reborn: Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

Chapter Twenty-One – The Moment AfterAxel’s POVThe moment Kade’s footsteps faded into the forest, my control snapped. My wolf growled inside me, pushing against my chest, furious that I had to stand still while that bastard dared to lay his hands on her. My Luna. My Nora.I didn’t wait another second. I rushed to her side, my boots pounding against the dirt. She was still tied to the tree, her face pale, her hair sticking to her cheeks where tears had fallen. My heart clenched. The mark of his slap burned on her skin, red and raw, and rage shot through me so hot I thought I would explode.“Nora…” I whispered, my voice breaking as I reached her. My hands shook as I pulled at the ropes, desperate to free her. “I’m here. I’ve got you.”Her eyes lifted to mine. For a second, I saw only fear, then relief, then something deeper. She tried to smile, but her lips trembled. “Axel,” she breathed, her voice weak but filled with hope. “Axel, thank you ““I’ll always come,” I said quickly, almos

Chapter Twenty-Three – The Ashes at the GateNora’s POVThe forest path ended, and the wide ground before the gate opened to us. I could see the tall wooden doors of the pack rising high like a wall against the night sky. My heart, which had felt warm on Axel’s back, began to beat faster.I thought I would feel safe when I get to his house again . I thought the worst was behind me. But the moment I saw two shadows waiting at the gate, my chest grew tight.They stepped forward slowly, the moonlight falling across their faces. Axel’s parents. His father’s eyes were cold, his mother’s lips pressed tight. My body froze against Axel’s back. I didn’t know why, but something inside me whispered that trouble was waiting.Axel stopped walking. He did not bow. He did not greet them. His arms only tightened around me, like he already knew what was coming.His father’s voice cut the air, sharp and hard.“Put her down. She cannot enter.”For a second, I thought I misheard. My heart gave a painful

Chapter Twenty-Three – In the Strabge Land Nora’s POVThe night air felt heavy as we walked away from the gates. My legs moved, but my heart felt broken. Each step I took seemed to echo the truth that I had destroyed his life. I kept looking back, hoping his parents would call us, hoping they would open the gate and let us in. But no one came. The silence was louder than any words.I stopped walking and turned to him. His face was calm, but I could see the storm in his eyes. “Axel… please,” I whispered, my voice shaking. “Go back. Don’t do this for me. They are your parents. Your people. Your home. You shouldn’t throw all of that away just because of me.”He looked at me, strong and steady. “Nora,” he said softly but firmly, “if you are not allowed to enter, then I will not enter. If you are pushed out, then I will stand with you. No matter where we are—palace or forest—I will be with you.”Tears filled my eyes. I shook my head, trying to make him see reason. “But they are your paren

Chapter Twenty Seven : The NewsAxel’s POVThe firelight was soft against the shadows of the trees. Nora sat close, leaning lightly against me, her hair brushing my chest. I could feel the warmth of her body, the soft rhythm of her breathing. For a moment, the world felt still. Quiet. Safe.“I… I never thought I’d be like this,” she murmured, her voice almost a whisper. “Safe… cared for… with someone who doesn’t let me go.”I smiled faintly, brushing a loose strand of hair behind her ear. “You’re mine, Nora. I will always protect you. Always.”Her hand found mine, small and warm, gripping gently. “And I’ll always be by your side, Axel. No matter what comes.”The words made something surge inside me, a mix of relief, longing, and love I couldn’t put into words. I leaned closer, resting my forehead lightly against hers. Her eyes closed at the touch, and I could feel her relax against me.For a few moments, it was just us. Just the quiet night, the fire, and the small, perfect closeness

Chapter Twenty Nine : A Step Forward” (Expanded)Nora’s POVI pressed my hands against his, feeling the warmth and strength in them. “Axel… trust me,” I whispered, my voice trembling. “I will never leave you. I cannot hurt you. I will never do anything to hurt you.”He didn’t speak. I could feel his chest rising and falling rapidly, the tension radiating off him. I could sense his wolf inside, restless, alert, ready to leap at any danger. My heart ached because I knew how much he wanted to control everything, to protect me completely, and yet he had to stay back this time.I leaned closer, brushing my lips softly against his. Just a light, gentle kiss, but filled with meaning. I whispered again, against his lips, “Axel… please, trust me. You’re not the only one who has to fight. Let me do this… I can help them, just for a moment. And when I’m done, I’ll come back to you.”For what felt like an eternity, he just stared at me. His dark eyes were full of fire, love, worry, and something