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Chapter 31

Tessa’s POVI make my way to the hotel where Aunty Clara stays, the taxi’s tires crunching as it pulls up outside the rundown parking lot. I climb out, the cool night air hitting my damp cheeks from tears as I wipe my tears with the sleeve of my jacket, trying to paste on a smile that doesn’t reach my eyes while I paid him off. My bag feels heavy as I pull it forward, an ache of everything I left behind. I head inside, the lobby’s stale hotel rug muffling my steps as I take the elevator up to the third floor.Reaching my destination, my door swings open, and there she is, my Aunty Clara, her hair tied back in a loose bun, eyes lighting up in excitement as she opens the door for me. “Tessa! Oh, my girl, you came back so soon. Come in, come in” She pulls me into a quick squeeze hug, her arms welcoming.But then her smile disappears, those excited eyes now filled with worry as she scans my face. “Sweet girl, what’s wrong? Your eyes… They're all red. And that looks like you’ve been cryin

Chapter 32

Tessa POVAunty Clara sits beside me again, caressing my hair. “Listen to me, Tessa. Life’s a cruel teacher, isn’t it? It throws lessons at you like bones to a starving dog. But that’s the point, those scars it gives? They make you stronger. I’m glad you’ve felt this deep, even if it hurts. Fate decides, kid. The Moon Goddess decides and we don’t get to question her pattern. We trust the pull, even when it leads through destruction. And me? Leaving you? Never. You’re stuck with this old woman until the stars fall. I wanna see you grow older and be happy. Not just a happy wife but a mother too.”I sniffle, lifting my head to look at her, her eyes welcoming as she smiles. “Th-thank you, Aunty. For… for everything. I don’t deserve it.” I wipe my nose with my sleeve, trying to steady my tone, shifting the talk before the ache swallows me whole. “But what about you? I wanted to give you the life you dreamed of, away from suffering, a real home. I’ve got a little money left, but it’s not mu

Chapter 33

Alaric POVI can’t concentrate. I stand beside the pack lake as my head is in a big mess. The lake’s surface ripples by the force coming from the breeze, as if mocking the storm raging inside me. My wolf snarls in my head, his voice cutting deeper.“You let her go,” he accuses, his tone angry. “Pride. Always your damn pride. You could’ve stopped her, Alaric. Begged her to stay. But no, you stood there, silent, like some statue of an alpha who thinks he’s above it all.”I clench my fists. “She made her choice,” I mutter, my voice cold and emotionless. “She wanted to leave. I don’t chain people to me.”“You’re a fool,” my wolf snaps. “You felt the pull. The Moon Goddess tied her to you, and you let her walk away. You’re no alpha. You’re a coward.”“Enough,” I say, my voice in fury. I stare blankly at the water. My reflection stares back, a man I barely recognize, my jaw tight, my eyes cold. I hate myself for not stopping her. For standing there in front of her as she walked away. I c

Chapter 34

Tessa POVAunty Clara stands in front of me in fury, blocking Sebastian from stepping closer to me. Her arms are crossed tight over her chest as she glares up at him in rage. I’m speechless and scared, seeing him, my heart pounding so hard it hurts. Sebastian’s face is cold, unreadable, his dark eyes locked on me like I’m his prey, I always was. “What the hell are you doing here, Sebastian?”Aunty Clara snaps, her voice bold. She plants herself firmer, like a mother bear guarding her cub. “How did you even get this address? You got no business here. Get out, now!”Sebastian tilts his head slightly, his lips curling into a faint, mocking smile that didn’t reach his eyes. His voice was devoid of warmth as the smile disappeared. He took a step closer, standing cold in front of her, his both hands in his pocket. “Old woman, this is between me and my wife. Step aside.”Clara’s eyes flash with fury. She jabs a finger at him, her voice rising. “Your wife? She ain’t your wife anymore, you he

Chapter 35

Selene POVShe’s finally gone. Yes, that’s a relief. I couldn’t imagine my Alaric being with someone else. I’ve anticipated this day ever since we were little, when my family took him in. Tessa was never right for him. She was too weak to handle the Luna title. Alaric deserves a mate who matches his strength, his fire, his power, a Luna like me. I’ve always known I was born for this, to stand by his side, to rule the Frostbane pack with him. My wolf, Seraphine, snarls in agreement and I am glad my wolf always supports me in all my actions. This is our destiny, and nothing, not Tessa, not anyone will stand in my way.I lean back on my bed, my lips curving out some smile, letting my thoughts drift to Alaric. He’s everything, tall, broad-shouldered, with those piercing cold toxic eyes that see through a person. He’s the alpha, the one who commands respect without trying, and I’ve loved him since we were kids. I’d do anything for him, lie, fight, kill. Anything to keep him mine.My mind

Chapter 36

Tessa POVLater that evening, I feel something cold splash on my face, jerking me awake from the rickety chair where I’m tied and had fallen asleep. My wrists ache from the coarse rope digging into my skin, and my body is stiff from sitting in this place for hours as I wonder how long I’ll have to stay here, maybe days. I blink rapidly, the water dripping from my chin, and my eyes land on Sebastian standing over me, holding an empty bucket with a cold smirk.“Rise and shine, darling wife,” he drawls, tossing the bucket aside. It clatters against the floor. “Thought you might need a little wake-up call. You know all your suffering could end now if you accept not to call off the marriage.”I swallow hard, my frustration growing as I glare up at him. My clothes are soaked, clinging to my skin, and my hair is a wet mess plastered to my face. “Go to hell, Sebastian,” I snap, my voice hoarse. “You are just a weak man. You’re a horrible husband, a monster. I’d rather die than stay married

Chapter 37

Alaric’s POVDarius stands in the doorway of my office, with that loyal presence that I’ve come to rely on. The room is dimly lit by the late afternoon sun filtering through the slightly open curtains, casting long shadows across the desk cluttered with maps and reports. I sat behind it, waiting for him to speak.“Alaric,” Darius begins, stepping inside and closing the door softly behind him. “I delivered the letter just as you instructed. I slipped it under the door of her former apartment and left immediately. No one saw me.”I nod once, my face unchanging. “And how’s she?”“I noticed she’s staying there with a woman who looks like a relative. Probably family from her old pack. The place is secure, I checked the perimeter myself before leaving. No signs of anyone tailing her or watching the building.”I lean back in my chair. “You’re certain she’s safe?”“Absolutely,” Darius replies, his voice firm and sure. “I’ve got eyes on the apartment from a distance, two of our best scouts rot

Chapter 38

Tessa POVSebastian had the maid dress me up in the grand chamber of the mansion he’d brought me, where I’d spent the night unhappy.The maid, a quiet beautiful omega named Eliza, fusses over me with her gentle hands. She laces up the beta wife’s gown, a luxurious piece in blue silk that hugs my curves and flows boldly down to my ankles. The fabric is of luxury and beautiful with gold threads that trace wolf motifs along the bodice and sleeves. It’s the kind reserved for high-ranking mates in the pack hierarchy. Pearl ear rings dangle from my ears, and a matching necklace rests cool against my collarbone. My hair is pinned up in elegant twists, a few dark hair strands framing my side face. I glance in the full-length mirror, and even I have to admit I look stunning.Eliza steps back, her eyes on me. “You look like a true luna, my lady. The gown suits you perfectly.”I looked up to her and said nothing. What does she expect from an unhappy wife in an unhappy marriage? Thank you? Nah.

Chapter 39

Alaric’s POVI arranged the meeting for Tessa to meet the Ashbourne alpha. pulling strings to get Tessa in front of Alpha Marcus without her knowing I was involved. My face stays cold as I stand in the shadowed corner of my throne chamber, waiting for Marcus to arrive. I truly want Tessa out of that cursed marriage with Sebastian, not because I’m chasing her as my Luna, but because justice demands it. No one should live under a beta’s fist, especially not her. But my expression gives nothing away. My alpha aura appears around me.Shortly, the doors creak open, and a servant steps in, head bowed. “Alpha Marcus is here, my lord.”I nod once, my eyes cold as I replied. “Send him in.”Marcus enters. His alpha presence pushes against mine.I gesture to a chair across from me.“Good to have you.” I say, my voice normal, devoid of warmth.Marcus takes the seat, his piercing eyes studying me. He’s a man who commands respect, but I’m Supreme Alpha. My authority dwarfs his, and he knows it. I

Chapter 40

Tessa’s POVI reach that apartment where Sebastian had expected me, my mind drifting to thoughts of Alaric. Now I’m convinced. He doesn’t care. Ever since I left, he didn’t come looking for me. He didn’t! Well, I’m not surprised. Why would the Supreme Alpha bother with a rejected mate like me? I’m just another problem he’s probably glad to be rid of. The building is in front of me. I entered as I ride the elevator up. he doors slide open to the penthouse level, and I step out.I push open the door to the apartment, expecting maybe Sebastian’s smug face. But the sitting room is empty. My eyes scan the room, and finally land on a guard standing in the corner. He’s a burly wolf, arms crossed, eyes fixed on me and his face is new. Doesn’t look like the guards I’d seen here so far. Of course Sebastian would have security here, a lot of them. Can’t trust his own wife not to run. I ignore him as I head straight for my room down the hall. The door clicks shut behind me, and I lean against

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