Chapter 73 Xavier’s pov My chest tightened painfully as I watched Cecilia’s face. My wolf, Kael, whined pitifully inside me, sensing our mate slipping away forever. “I won’t marry again,” I said, the words rasping out of my throat like broken glass. “I won’t be with anyone else p> Cecilia
Chapter 72 Cecilia’s pov The night dragged on, quiet and endless, filled with the ghosts of our past. I didn’t need to open my eyes to know he hadn’t slept. I could feel the weight of his thoughts pressing against the silence, heavy and restless. Through my eyelids, I sensed
Chapter 71 Cecilia’s pov “Ahhh!” A female scream pierced the air, followed by the heavy thud of a body hitting the floor. I didn’t understand what was happening until a large form partially covered mine. My nose brushed against expensive fabric, and an unmistakable scent—sandalwood with hints of mountain pine—wrapped
Chapter 70 Sebastian’s pov The car slowed down abruptly, drawing my attention. “Alpha Sebastian!” Liam’s voice dropped to an urgent whisper, his professional composure cracking for the first time tonight. “That car ahead—is that it p> I leaned forward, my eyes narrowing as I peered through the tinted window. A
Chapter 69 Harper’s pov My heart pounded against my ribs as I raced toward Cecilia’s apartment complex. I couldn’t shake the feeling of dread that had settled in my stomach since our call disconnected. Unable to wait any longer, I called Alpha Sebastian again, knowing full well he wasn’t a
Chapter 68 Author’s pov Back in the quiet mountain village, Esther and her mother sat in silence, the weight of unspoken worries weighing down on them. “Our Cecilia was bullied so badly, and we could do nothing,” Esther murmured, her fingers tightening around the fish she was gutting. Her eyes
Chapter 67 Cecilia’s pov Early one morning, I rose from bed and stepped onto the balcony, stretching as I gazed out at the ocean view. I hadn’t checked any comments or social media since posting the video. My phone remained turned off and buried in my bag. But I could
Chapter 66 Cecilia’s pov The night road stretched endlessly before me, traffic still flowing steadily despite the late hour. I drove with the windows down, letting the cool breeze wash over me. Somewhere in that wind was the scent of wildflowers, carrying their sweet perfume through the darkness. The streetlights
Chapter 65 Cecilia’s pov The knock on the door was sharp and insistent. I didn’t have to look through the peephole to know who it was—my chest tightened the moment I sensed him. Alpha Xavier. Harper caught my gaze, her jaw set. Without a word, she reached down and slipped
Chapter 64 Sebastian’s pov I answered the phone while dismissively waving away the office full of executives who’d been attempting to flaunt their seniority through political maneuvering. Their hasty exit couldn’t have been more transparent—each one practically sprinting for the door as if their lives depended on it. “Cecilia, is
Chapter 63 Xavier’s pov Alpha Sebastian’s words lingered in the air, sharp and unsettling—almost like he had seen the future. He seemed to know exactly how things would play out: that the marriage negotiations between our two packs would destroy our opportunity to do business together. I watched as Alpha
Chapter 62 Xavier’s pov I entered the dining room of the Shadow Pack house, my wolf Kael growling in my mind, already sensing the tension in the air. Cici’s face lit up the moment she saw me. “Xavier!” she squealed, leaping from her chair. She bounded toward me, her floral
Chapter 61 Cecilia’s pov “Ha There was a mocking laugh in my throat. I was beyond words. The audacity of their lies had left me speechless, a surreal wave of disbelief crashing over me. “Are you actually laughing?” Yvonne’s voice rose in disbelief on the other end of the line.
Chapter 60 Cecilia’s pov I sighed in resignation and picked up my burger. Harper was clearly hypnotized by Alpha Alpha Sebastian. Not that I could blame her—who could resist those piercing eyes gazing at you tenderly while that seductive voice promised extra bacon on your burger? It was practically enchantment.
Chapter 59 Xavier’s pov I could still feel the sting of her rejection, sharp and humiliating, as if her words had cut right through me. Cecilia had pushed me away—me, her mate—as though I were nothing more than a mistake she was desperate to forget. Why would the Moon Goddess
Chapter 58 Cecilia’s pov My heart nearly stopped when I heard those footsteps approaching. Xavier? No, impossible. Even if he’d figured out I escaped and guessed which direction I’d gone, how would he know I was hiding on some random hillside? It made no sense. Then a chilling thought hit
Chapter 57 Cecilia’s pov My blood ran cold as Xavier’s intentions became crystal clear. I wasn’t some naive teenager—the hunger in his eyes and the possessiveness in his voice made it obvious what he wanted. I jerked backward, trying to escape his hot breath. “Stop the clutter in your head
Chapter 56 Author’s pov “Xavier p> Cici’s shrill voice pierced the air as she rolled down the window of the white car they had just passed. Luna Dora sat beside her, her face unreadable, her posture composed and eerily still. Alpha Xavier heard the voice—there was no question about that.
Chapter 55 Cecilia’s pov Alpha Claude’s face instantly darkened, as if a storm was brewing in his eyes. He slammed his fist on the table, and the delicate porcelain was almost shaken off. His voice was low and oppressive, and Alpha’s majesty was like substance: “Cecilia, you cannot be this
Chapter 54 Cecilia’s pov “There’s nothing more to talk about p> I said, keeping my voice calm. “He already signed the divorce papers. If you want to convince someone, talk to him. He’s the one holding things up. Once he finishes the last steps, I’ll be done—with him and with