All Chapters of The Gifted Luna : Chapter 51 - Chapter 60

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Chapter 51: The Grand Return cont'd

The moon was high in the skies, shining bright in its full glory, as at the time Edwin led Tiara through the narrow, torch-lit path behind the Alpha's residence. It was not too far from the main hall and the eyes of curious pack members, but it was well hidden, away from wandering eyes, and wagging tongues.The duo had not spoken a word to each other since they left the gate. But it was not a heavy silence. Just breath held between them, two souls still bonded together, still bruised, but drawn by something stronger than pain. Tiara slowly stepped forward, taking back the hem of her long dress that the wind had caught."I am sorry for making you walk this long," Edwin apologized to Tiara, who walked right behind him."It is fine, I understand the motive behind the walk. Besides, it is helping me realize the fact that I am truly home," she added." Hmm. We will soon be at our destination," he quietly said.Tiara did not say a word back in response. Instead, she allowed an unknown feel

Chapter 52:The Weight of Truth

It was late in the night, and the moon was beginning its descent when Edwin met Ralph in his study. The desk in the study was well-arranged. The smell of wood spice mixed with lavender lingered in the room, making the room cool together with the candles lit in the room.Ralph had just returned from his patrol shift when Edwin shut the door behind them."We need to talk," Edwin said without preamble. "It is very important to me, and to the pack,"Ralph raised a brow. "I think I might need to grab a seat," he drew out the chair in front of Edwin. "You sound serious.""What I am about to tell you is something serious and delicate," Edwin replied."I am listening, my lord," Ralph said, his ears standing, waiting to hear what Edwin was going to say. "She is back." Edwin said without hesitation.There was a long pause in the room after those words.Ralph narrowed his eyes. "Who is back, my lord?" he asked. "You speak in parables," he added, anxiously adjusting himself to the edge of his s

Chapter 53: The Weight of Truth cont'd

At about noon the following day, Marah stepped out into the corridor, carrying a tray of empty teacups in her hands. She had just finished delivering refreshments to one of the council's meetings, voluntarily, hoping to slip away quietly, unnoticed, unbothered. But she was wrong. She walked right into her greatest enemy's hands.Vanessa stood at the end of the hallway. Her arms were folded, and her lips curled into a slow, cryptic smile. To Marah, it appeared like Vanessa had been patiently waiting for her to use the hallway."Are you going somewhere, maid?" she coldly asked in a mocking tone.Marah stiffened, instinctively lowering her gaze. "I was just returning the tray to the kitchen." she finally replied. She had been trying to avoid Vanessa as much as she could. She knew how powerful she was and that it would not cost her too much to get rid of her even before the Alpha knew it.Vanessa took a step forward, circling Marah."Tell me, Marah," she sweetly said, "I am just curious t

Chapter 54:Preparing for War in the Shadows

Edwin stood by the fireplace in his private chambers, flipping through the reports that were recently filed when the door burst open. Ralph stepped in, breathing heavily but somehow, his face was still composed, devoid of emotions. His eyes held none of the usual restraints either."What is it this time, Ralph?" Edwin sighed, eyes still glued to the reports."She threatened Marah again."Edwin looked up sharply. "Vanessa?"Ralph nodded, closing the door behind him. "Yes," he simply said, trying to catch his breath."Hey, you really need to calm down before explaining things to me," Edwin said, picking up a cup from a tray on his desk."Let me pour you some water first, then we can talk after," he said, putting water into the glass he had selected.Edwin handed the glass of water to Ralph who sipped at intervals. "Thank you," he eventually muttered to Edwin, wiping his mouth with the back of his hand."So you were saying?" Edwin said, assuming his seat."I was telling you about Vaness

Chapter 55: Preparing For War cont'd

Marah stood in front of the Alpha's chamber doors, her hands wringing the hem of her gown. She had been summoned by the alpha without an explanation. Her heart thundered with the fear of the unknown."Was this it? Had Vanessa finally made good on her threat? Or has the alpha called me to interrogate me again? What if Emric is truly dead?" Different thoughts ran through her mind.Without prior notice, the guards at door opened the door for her to pass through and she reluctantly stepped in.To her surprise, it was only Alpha Edwin and Ralph inside in the hall. They were both seated, both quiet, watching her as though they were waiting for something more than just words."Why is Ralph seated though?" She asked herself. "I doubt that I have ever seen him take a seat ever since I got here," "Sit," Edwin gently said, motioning to the chair across from him.With her heart pounding, and her head filled with so many thoughts, she took the seat she had been offered. Then Ralph slid a scroll a

Chapter 56:Whispers in the Walls

The doors to the arena shut close with a heavy thud, and the lock slid into place. Only Edwin and Ralph remained inside. The fire burned with low intensity in the corner, casting jagged shadows across the walls. Neither of them said a word for a very long moment.Then Edwin finally broke the silence. "She still said nothing." he yelled, pacing the room."How could she still refuse to say a word after all that we have done for her? I risked my pack, my men, my position and my life all in the bid to safe her life, and that of her family but look at what she is using to pay me back, huh?" He lamented, ranting, and venting his anger.Ralph grimly nodded. "I would never have thought that she would be this stubborn and unyielding despite knowing that Emric is safe." he shook his head.Edwin lowered his pace and placed his hands behind his back. "Then it is not just fear like we predicted. It is something deeper." In a convinced tone."There is a whole lot more to her silence and everything

Chapter 57: Whispers in The Wall cont'd

A few minutes later, Vanessa walked out of a place where Lena assumed to be her bathroom. She watched her as she took a seat before her. Dressed in a silky black robe. She crossed her arms, wearing an expectant expression ."And??" She coldly said.Lena immediately fell on her knees. Her face glued to the ground, "I happened to be in the arena when I heard the alpha and his personal guards, Ralph talking." "What has the alpha and Ralph's talk for to do with me, Lena?" Vanessa slightly chuckled. " You of all people know how much I hate being put in suspense," she added, a chilling aura, filling the room."They were actually taking about Marah, my lady," Lena quickly said.Vanessa's eyes narrowed. "What about her? Tell me the exact things that were said about Marah" she said, showing her curiosity."They plan to take her tonight," Lena whispered, looking around the room. "They plan to take her where?" Vanessa questioned, standing to her feet."According to their discussion, they actua

Chapter 58: The Interruption

The torches flickered in the narrow corridor leading to the lower chamber, the air damp and heavy with tension. Inside, Marah sat silently, staring ahead, her wrists clenched tightly on her lap. Ralph had just stepped forward.Edwin remained still, his gaze fixed on her, jaw locked in quiet resolve.Then, knock knock.The sharp double knock echoed through the corridor, followed by the heavy thuds of approaching boots. Edwin's eyes narrowed. This time there came another knock, louder and impatient. Edwin signaled to Ralph to check who was at the door.Ralph tactically moved to the door and unlatched it.Without warning, Vanessa swept in first, dressed in a flowing black gown, swiftly followed by Garrett, who wore a smirk that barely disguised his irritation."What is the meaning of this?" Vanessa's voice rang out, sharp and commanding.Edwin's expression turned cold. "And what is that supposed to mean?" He barked at her." Why is a woman brought to the torture room?" Vanessa said, her

Chapter 59: The Interruption cont'd

"Do not answer to them. Do not let their words scare you, Ralph," Edwin cut in. "They answer to the truth. And that truth lives in her head. I will not let sentiment or politics get in the way of pulling it out of her head." he gestured towards Marah who was now pale.He turned to Ralph fully now, in a firm and low voice. "Tie her hands!" He instructed."Start with her feet but make sure to keep the cuts shallow. I do not want the ropes to live a scar. No mess. But I want to do more than enough to make her understand the fact that even silence has a price."Ralph exhaled slowly, not from disagreement, but from the gravity of what was about to begin."Yes, Alpha." he finally replied.Despite all of this, one thing amused Ralph. As he moved towards the table, Marah still made no sound, she did not flinch. Her mouth was closed like it had been sealed and her eyes looked forward. She has a strange aura emanating from her. "I am not sorry to say this but I put it to you that you will not

Chapter 60:Silence Wears Thin, and Fury Grows

Marah sat slumped in the chair. Her wrists were still bound, and her breath was shallow. Her body screamed with pain, her muscles numb from tension and torment.The bleeding had slowed, but the ache, the pressure were relentlessly biting every bit of her..The room was silent now, except for the sound of dripping water and her own heartbeat that pulsed in her ears. Initially, she had thought she could endure whatever came her way. And for a while, she had. But now, she was not sure how long she could put up with it for.Every time the blade touched her, her mind screamed "Remember not to talk."But every time the pain settled, the same thought returned, louder and clearer:"Would it really be betrayal on the part of the pack if it saves my family?""What if the alpha can truly protect them like he has promised?""What if my silence will only empower Garrett and his vicious daughter the more?"She weakly shook the thoughts away. Focusing only on her family. They had always depended on

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