All Chapters of The Cursed Alpha's Substitute Luna : Chapter 101 - Chapter 110

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It felt so real

INARA'S POV The door clicked shut behind Grayson as he left to handle whatever urgent pack matter had come up after the breakfast disaster. I stood in the middle of our chambers for a long moment, the silence pressing in on me like a heavy blanket. My hands were still trembling slightly from the confrontation, the girl’s mocking words, Elder Thorne’s smug comment, Grayson’s explosive anger. The hall had gone so quiet after he slammed the table. Everyone had looked at me with a mix of pity, fear, and uncertainty. Like they were wondering the same thing the girl had said out loud.Was I really seeing things?I sank down onto the edge of the bed, my legs feeling weak. The gown I’d chosen felt too tight now, the fabric scratching against my skin. I stared at the floor, replaying the morning in my head. The blood on the window had been so real. Red. Dripping. Fresh. I could still see it in my mind, the way it had smeared across the glass like a warning. But when everyone looked… nothi

I'll be back

INARA'S POV I woke up slowly, the weight of Grayson’s arm draped heavily over my waist pulling me back to reality. The nightmare from last night still lingered at the edges of my mind — shadows with red eyes, hands grabbing me, being dragged away from him while I screamed his name. My heart was still beating a little too fast, but I forced myself to breathe steadily. I didn’t want him to know how much it had shaken me. He’d already carried so much. I could be strong for him today.His body was warm and solid behind me, his breath steady against the back of my neck. I turned carefully in his arms, careful not to wake him yet, and just looked at him. Dark hair messy from sleep, those silver-flecked eyes closed, the faint scar on his ribs rising and falling with each breath. My mate. My Alpha. The man who had held me through the terror last night and promised me we’d face everything together.My wolf purred softly inside me, content to be close to him. I traced a finger lightly down

Found anything?

INARA'S POV Grayson left for the meeting after breakfast, kissing me deeply at the door like he didn’t want to go. “I’ll be back as soon as I can,” he promised, his forehead resting against mine. “Stay safe. I love you.”“I love you too,” I whispered, squeezing his hand one last time before he walked away. The door clicked shut, and the chambers felt a little emptier. My wolf whined softly inside me, already missing our mate. I took a deep breath, trying to shake off the lingering unease from the nightmare and the blood on the window. I couldn’t let it consume me. I was Luna now. I had to be strong.I decided to spend the morning with Elara and the omegas in the weaving house. The familiar smell of wool and herbs greeted me as I walked in. Elara’s face lit up when she saw me.“Luna!” she exclaimed, pulling me into a tight hug. “We missed you so much. How was the honeymoon?”I smiled, hugging her back. “It was… perfect. Peaceful. Just what we needed.”The other omegas gathered around

Coming home, sister

INARA'S POV The afternoon sun felt warm on my skin as Grayson and I walked hand in hand near the pack borders. The path was peaceful, lined with tall pines and wildflowers that swayed in the gentle breeze. After the emotional morning and the confrontation at breakfast, Grayson had suggested we get some fresh air. “Just us,” he’d said, kissing my temple. “No pack. No drama. Just a walk.”I’d agreed, needing the space to breathe. My hand stayed laced with his, his thumb stroking my knuckles in that soothing way he always did. The bond between us felt steady, warm, carrying his love and protectiveness. But my mind kept drifting back to the blood on the window, the note, the girl’s mocking words. I tried to push it down, focusing on the way the sunlight filtered through the trees and the way Grayson’s hand felt in mine.“You’re quiet,” he said softly, squeezing my hand. “What’s on your mind, baby?”I shrugged, leaning into his side. “Just… everything. The trip felt like a dream. Comin

You don't have to

INARA'S POV The nightmare came again that night.I was running through dark woods, branches whipping at my face, my lungs burning. Liora was behind me, her voice echoing through the trees. “You took my place. Now I’m taking it back.” Hands grabbed me from the shadows, cold and cruel, dragging me away as I screamed Grayson’s name. The bond between us stretched thin, then snapped, leaving me alone in the darkness.I woke up crying, gasping for air, my body shaking as I bolted upright in bed. Tears streamed down my cheeks, my heart pounding so hard it hurt. The room was dark except for the faint moonlight filtering through the windows. Grayson stirred immediately beside me, his arms wrapping around me before I could even fully wake up.“Shhh, baby, I’ve got you,” he whispered, pulling me into his chest. His hand stroked my hair, his other arm locked around my waist like he could shield me from the dream itself. “It was just a nightmare. You’re safe. I’m right here.”I clung to him, bu

Had to be enough

INARA'S POV The borders felt heavier that afternoon. The air was thick with tension as Grayson and I rode out with a small group of warriors. Word had spread quickly — Liora was here. My sister. The one who had left me to take her place. The one who might be coming back to take it again. My hands trembled slightly on the reins, but I kept my chin high. I was Luna now. I had to be strong.Grayson rode beside me, his hand reaching over to squeeze mine. “You don’t have to do this,” he said quietly. “You can wait back at the cabin.”I shook my head. “I’m your mate. Your Luna. I stand with you.”He nodded, pride and love flashing through the bond. We reached the border clearing, the trees opening up to a wide field. Liora stood there with a small group of rogues, her posture proud, her long hair blowing in the wind. She looked exactly like I remembered — beautiful, confident, the twin who had always been meant for greatness.The moment her eyes met mine, a chill ran down my spine. My wo

Taking it back

INARA'S POV The fallout from Liora’s revelation spread through the pack like wildfire. The great hall was filled with whispers and worried glances as we stood at the front, Grayson’s hand tight in mine. Liora’s words still replaying in my head — “You took my place. Now I’m taking it back.” She had claimed she was captured, held against her will, and had “proof” the bond was fake. Proof she said she would show soon. The pack was divided. Some looked at me with doubt. Others with pity. A few with anger.My wolf growled inside me, protective and furious. I stood tall beside Grayson, my chin high, even though my stomach was in knots. I felt betrayed. By Liora. By the past. By the fear that maybe she was right, maybe I really was just the substitute after all.Grayson’s voice boomed through the hall, steady and commanding. “Liora left when the pack needed her. Inara stayed. The moon chose her. I chose her. Anyone who questions that questions me.”The words helped, but the doubt was still

Talk to me

INARA'S POV Liora’s challenge created chaos the moment it was announced. The great hall was packed, pack members whispering and shifting uncomfortably as she stood at the front with her small group of supporters. Her voice carried through the room, sharp and confident.“I challenge the false Luna,” she said, eyes locked on me. “The bond is fake. The moon was tricked. I am the true mate. The real one. And I will prove it.”The hall erupted. Some cheered. Some shouted in protest. Others looked at me with doubt, the same doubt I’d seen in their eyes since she returned. My wolf growled inside me, protective and furious. I felt the pressure like a weight on my chest — the pack watching, waiting to see if I would break. But I stood tall beside Grayson, my hand in his, refusing to let fear win.“I am not false,” I said, my voice carrying through the hall even though my heart was pounding. “I chose this pack. I chose this bond. I chose Grayson. The moon chose me. You left. I stayed. That’s

She hurt a child!

INARA'S POV The attack came at dusk, when the sky was painted in deep oranges and purples, the kind of beautiful twilight that usually made me feel peaceful. But tonight, there was no peace.The warning howls cut through the air like a blade, sharp and urgent. I was in the great hall with Elara and a group of omegas, laughing over a silly story about one of the pups when the first screams rang out. My wolf surged forward immediately, alert and furious, her instincts kicking in as the bond between Grayson and me flared with his immediate rage and protectiveness.“Rogues!” someone shouted from outside. “Liora’s with them!”My heart slammed against my ribs. Liora. My sister. The one who had left me to take her place. The one who was now coming back with violence. I didn’t hesitate. I ran outside with the others, my gown flapping around my legs as I shifted mid-stride, my wolf form strong and determined. The change was seamless now, the bond making me faster, sharper, more connected to

Just a little tired

INARA'S POV The morning after the attack felt surreal. I woke up in Grayson’s arms, the sunlight filtering through the windows in soft golden beams. My body was sore from the battle, muscles aching, a few bruises forming where claws had grazed me, but the warmth of his chest against my back made everything feel a little less heavy. My wolf was quiet inside me, still alert but content to be close to our mate.Grayson stirred behind me, his arm tightening around my waist as he pressed a kiss to the back of my neck. “Good morning, my Luna,” he murmured, voice rough with sleep. “You were incredible yesterday. You saved that pup. The pack is talking about it. The mother wants to see you this morning. She pleaded to thank you in person.”I turned in his arms, smiling softly even as a sharp pain twisted in my stomach. It was brief, like a cramp, but I ignored it, focusing on his face instead. “I’m glad the pup is okay. I’ll go see the mother. She must be terrified.”He kissed me gently, hi

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