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CHAPTER 17: CONFRONTATION AND CONSEQUENCES
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Betrayed by The Exchange CHAPTER 18: YOU'RE NOT MY MISTRESS
The morning light filtered into Summer's room, casting a faint warmth across her bed. She took a deep breath, collecting herself before heading to Elara's chamber. There was a slight tension in her shoulders, knowing this day would be anything but ordinary.Arriving at Elara's door, Summer knocked softly."Come in," came Elara's calm voice from within.Pushing open the door, Summer stepped inside, offering Elara a polite nod. Elara looked up, a reserved smile touching her lips."I trust you slept well," Elara remarked, gesturing for Summer to come closer."Yes, thank you," Summer replied, her tone measured."We'll be visiting the seamstress later today," Elara continued, inspecting her nails as she spoke. "There are some preparations that need to be made. Make sure you're ready by midday."Summer nodded in acknowledgment. "I'll be prepared, my lady."Just then, the door opened again, and Jessica strode in, her heels clicking sharply on the polished floor. She stopped in her tracks upo
Betrayed by The Exchange CHAPTER 19: A WALK IN THE GARDEN
The night was cool as Dominic and Summer strolled through the garden outside his chamber, the quiet enveloping them as they walked beneath the blanket of stars. Flowers in bloom framed the path, their delicate scents mixing with the fresh evening air. Summer walked beside Dominic, occasionally glancing his way, trying to find the right words to voice what had been bothering her.Finally, she gathered the courage and spoke up, her voice soft yet firm. "Why are you so keen on protecting me, Dominic?" Her question hung in the air between them.Dominic's steps didn't falter, and he didn't turn to look at her. He let a few moments pass, and Summer began to wonder if he was simply going to ignore her. Finally, he broke the silence, his tone dismissive."Keep quiet, Summer," he said calmly, his gaze fixed on the stars above. "Just... watch the stars."She frowned, her frustration bubbling up. That was not the answer she'd expected or wanted. But something in the way he spoke made her hold ba
Betrayed by The Exchange CHAPTER 20: A HORRIBLE DREAM
Jessica sat alone in her chamber, absently running her fingers along the armrest as her thoughts spiraled. Since Summer's arrival, Dominic had been noticeably… different. He had become more protective, almost watchful, and that attention was now directed solely at Summer. It grated on Jessica, stirring up emotions she wasn't sure she could contain.Why her? Jessica wondered, feeling the burn of jealousy flare within her. What does Summer have that commands his interest? She had spent years by Dominic's side, fighting for his approval, yet now it seemed all her efforts were being overshadowed by this new arrival.Her thoughts were interrupted by the soft sound of a knock at her door. Jessica straightened in her seat, carefully masking her frustration. "Come in."The door opened, and Fiona, her ever-loyal maiden, stepped inside with a deep bow. "My lady," she greeted.Jessica waved a hand dismissively. "What is it?"Fiona hesitated for a moment, as though unsure whether to share what sh
Betrayed by The Exchange CHAPTER 21: MORNING AFTER
The first light of dawn seeped through the curtains, but Summer was already wide awake, unable to shake off the haunting remnants of her dream. The cave, Dominic's voice, the blood-red moon—it had all felt so real, and now it weighed heavily on her. She knew she couldn't face another moment of rest, so she dressed quickly and made her way down the hall to Elara's chamber.As Summer approached, Elara was just finishing up her morning routine, meticulously adjusting her dress in the mirror. She noticed Summer in the reflection and turned with a bright smile. "Summer, you're up early. Couldn't sleep?"Summer nodded, trying to keep her expression light. "Yes, I figured I might as well come help you start the day."Elara patted her shoulder, seemingly pleased. "Good thinking. I have a few errands to run, and I could use the company."Summer tilted her head, curious. "What kind of errands?""Oh, we're going to the seamstress," Elara said, adjusting a loose strand of hair. "It's time for som
Betrayed by The Exchange CHAPTER 22: BLEEDING IN THE CAVE
The darkness wrapped around Summer, the air thick with an unsettling silence. She found herself in the cave once more, the coldness biting through her thin white dress, which clung to her skin as if drenched. She glanced down, only to see streaks of crimson trickling from her nose, staining her dress. Her hands trembled as she wiped at the blood, but it kept flowing, and a deep, gnawing dread settled within her.Ahead, the scene unfolded—a figure was kneeling, his body shaking with sobs. It was Dominic, his head bowed low, his voice choked with desperation. He was pleading, words muffled and thick with emotion, as he looked up at a woman who stood regally before him. She wore a crown that glimmered, stars circling around her head in an ethereal glow. She regarded Dominic with an expression of indifference, her eyes cold, her stance unwavering.The world spun as Summer felt her own strength slipping. Her knees buckled, and she fell to the ground, her eyes dimming as she struggled to ke
Betrayed by The Exchange CHAPTER 23: HER FIERCE DETERMINATION
The morning light slipped through the curtains as Summer woke, her mind still lingering on the strange dreams from the previous night. She pushed the thoughts aside, wanting to start the day with a clear head. After quickly bathing and dressing, she decided to go see Dominic. There were things she wanted to ask him—things that were nagging at her.As she made her way down the corridor, her steps slowed when she saw his door slightly ajar. She was about to knock when she caught a glimpse of something that made her heart sink.Jessica was inside, standing in the middle of Dominic's room, wrapped in nothing but a bathrobe. Summer froze, her hand mid-air, her heart pounding as she watched them."What is Jessica doing in there?" she whispered to herself, a knot of hurt tightening in her chest.Jessica's laughter drifted through the open door, and Summer's fingers curled into fists as she struggled to understand what she was seeing. She forced herself to turn away, swallowing the painful lu
Betrayed by The Exchange CHAPTER 24: HER DETERMINATION, MASKING HER PAINS.
Jessica's determination to make Summer's life difficult only strengthened as the morning passed. She watched as Summer worked diligently alongside Elara, her gentle manner and quiet resilience grating on Jessica's nerves. Jessica knew that if she was going to make Summer miserable, she would have to be subtle—at least for now.Elara was busy organizing some documents when Jessica entered the room, flashing her most charming smile. "Oh, good morning, Elara," she said pleasantly. Her eyes, however, darted straight to Summer, and a flicker of something colder settled behind her gaze.Summer greeted Jessica with a nod, polite yet distant. Jessica could sense that Summer was wary of her, which only made her plans more enticing."Summer," Jessica said sweetly, "Elara has been keeping you very busy, hasn't she?"Summer glanced up, trying to keep her expression neutral. "Just fulfilling my duties," she replied simply."Well, I hope you're not too worn out. There's still so much left to do," J
Betrayed by The Exchange CHAPTER 25: INCOMING BETRAYAL
Dominic leaned against his desk, a frown settling between his brows as he glanced toward Coleman. "I haven't seen Summer all day," he said, his voice holding a hint of concern. "Can you find her for me? I'd like to know she's alright."Coleman nodded, sensing the urgency in his Alpha's request. "Right away, Alpha." He turned and made his way toward the door, only to pause when he noticed someone entering—Alpha Gregory of the Fox Pack.Coleman stepped aside, casting a quick look between the two men, but Dominic gave him a curt nod. "I'll speak to you later, Coleman."Coleman exited, leaving Dominic and Gregory alone in the room. Dominic's expression grew guarded, his curiosity piqued by the unexpected visit. He had been expecting Alpha Gregory tomorrow, not today."Alpha Gregory," Dominic greeted, extending a polite nod. "I didn't expect you this soon. Is there something urgent?"Gregory closed the door behind him, folding his arms as he studied Dominic with a calculating gaze. "I didn
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