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Damon’s POV. With my finger, I stirred the ice in the glass of tequila I was holding. I sat at the edge of the bar counter, watching people greet each other with cheek kisses and clink their glasses together. Typical behavior of elites in social gatherings. I averted my gaze and took a long gulp of my drink. The bitterness burned down my throat, but I set the glass down like it didn’t bother me at all. That had always been one of the reasons I rarely attended pack meetings or events. I didn’t like pretending, especially not the subtle competitions with Alphas. On top of that, most people were hesitant to approach me because of my reputation. And yet now, I found myself doing the very things I used to avoid. I had started attending these events that demanded social interaction again. Sensing my boredom, Ford left me alone instead of pushing me to socialize. I glanced over at him and saw that he was thoroughly enjoying himself on the dance floor. This last event we attended was som

Haliyah’s POV. Only two days were left before the birthday banquet of Cassandra and Raven’s child, and I wasted no time gathering more evidence against them. I only had one chance to file for divorce and win the case before the council. If I failed, I would have to face the consequences. I knew Raven well. He would not let it go easily, especially when it threatened the reputation he had built within the pack, and even more so his position as Alpha. I knew what he was capable of, but I didn’t know how far he would go to take revenge on me. Whatever it was, I would face it without fear. I was done letting him control my life. This time, I would put myself first. Though there had been an unease within me, that fake identity had helped greatly. I had become a subject of interest. Most people believed I was merely another noblewoman, and so far, no one had questioned or looked into my background. I couldn’t afford to be exposed. No one must know I was Raven’s Luna until I had carried

Cassandra’s POV. Raven suddenly stopped mid-sentence while we were talking. I followed his gaze and realized he was staring at Haliyah. She had just come out of the fitting room, wearing the dress she tried on. I felt my temper flare at the sight. Earlier, Raven had only given me a curt nod and hadn’t even bothered to look twice. But now, he couldn’t seem to take his eyes off her. “Raven…” I called softly, snapping my fingers near his face. But it was as if he couldn’t hear me. Even when I tapped his arm repeatedly, he remained transfixed on Haliyah like she was something special. Why was he acting like that? Don’t tell me he actually likes how she looks… “Raven,” I called again. Instead of turning to me, he stood up and walked toward Haliyah, who was being assisted by a staff member. My lips parted in disbelief. He completely brushed me aside. “What are you looking at?” Haliyah asked when she noticed him staring. That seemed to snap him out of it. He quickly looked away and

Cassandra’s POV. I had already made up my mind. I had decided to act. I couldn’t just stand by and watch anymore while Haliyah slowly drew Raven’s attention away from me. I could feel it happening more and more each day. Her presence was growing stronger and starting to take more space in his mind, and I couldn’t allow that to continue. I had worked too hard to reach where I was with him. The birthday banquet of my child with Raven was coming soon, and I couldn’t afford any disruption. Raven needed to be clear in his decision. More than anything, I needed him to finally recognize our child publicly and officially as his heir. Only then would Haliyah no longer matter. I had checked on my child earlier. I called the babysitter to ask how he was doing. The nanny told me Liam was already asleep, so I didn’t disturb him anymore. I ended the call and put my phone away before turning back to Raven. We had just returned from the Moonlight Gala. Raven suggested I stay the night at the pack

Damon’s POV. My mind went blank. I processed the words I had just heard from Ford, thinking he might have made a mistake. I might have misheard him. I followed the direction of his finger again and it landed on her. It was clear. He was really talking about Haliyah. “That’s her,” Ford repeated, sounding just as excited as before whenever he talked about that woman. “Are you sure?” I asked, my grip tightening around my glass. Ford snorted. “I’d recognize her anywhere.” Daniel leaned back in his chair, glancing between us. “He’s right. That’s her,” he confirmed. The words echoed in my head. I looked again, as if I were seeing her for the first time. I allowed the thought to fully form. Slowly, things started to align. Ford had described Hailey as charming, captivating, unforgettable. At the time, I thought he was exaggerating, romanticizing someone he barely even knew. But now, as I stared at Haliyah, I realized that every single detail fit her current presence accurately. That