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#Chapter 204: Garnering Sympathy
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Fake Vow, True Luna #Chapter 205: Pangs of Regret
OliviaThe door clicked shut, leaving Nathan, the twins, and I standing alone in the hallway. I watched in a state of numb shock as Ryan hobbled down the steps on his crutches, then climbed into one of the cars.They drove away, but the paper outlining Ryan’s intent to take Elliot from me still lingered on the floor where it had fluttered down, as though smirking at me.With a sigh, I turned. “That could have gone worse,” I murmured, more to myself than to anyone.Nathan stood rigidly at the entrance to the living room, the tension in his broad shoulders unmistakable even from where I stood. His normally calm blue eyes bore into me with a mix of anger and disbelief, and I felt a knot form in my stomach.“How could you?” His voice cut through the silence of the room, low and dripping with incredulity. “Letting Ryan, of all people, hold Elliot? What were you thinking, Olivia?”Each word was a knife, stabbing at the walls of defense I’d built up.“I weighed the risks, Nathan,” I shot bac
Fake Vow, True Luna #Chapter 206: Sunup
OliviaThe morning sun filtered through the cream curtains of the living room, creating warm pools of golden light on the floor.Throughout the day, the sounds of shuffling papers and soft murmurs came from the study, reminding me that Nathan was engrossed in his research. Hours passed, and with them, the sun began its descent, casting a mellow glow across the house.Dinnertime came and went. Nathan took his meal in his study, and still didn’t emerge after that.By the time the twins were asleep, I realized Nathan had been in his study for hours without a break, and so I decided to check on him. The silence emanating from the room concerned me a bit.Approaching the mahogany door, I gently knocked.“Nathan?”No answer. Slowly, I pushed the door open and peered inside.The sight that met my eyes was both endearing and heartbreaking. Nathan, with his strong frame and imposing stature, was slumped over the desk, fast asleep. His cheek was pressed against a pile of papers, and a stray pen
Fake Vow, True Luna #Chapter 207: The Right to Safety
OliviaDawn painted the sky with hues of pinks and oranges as we approached the Council building, its towering gray stone walls adorned with banners that fluttered in the early morning breeze.The square outside the building, typically a tranquil space, was alive with an electric tension. Conversations, animated gestures, and whispers painted the scene with an atmosphere of anticipation.The crowd’s sheer volume was unprecedented. There had been a sea of supporters before when we held the first meeting at the villa, but there were even more now.Faces, young and old, from various walks of life and lineages, all had gathered. Some stared in curiosity, while others whispered among themselves, eyes darting to us and then back to their circles.I could feel my heart racing, the enormity of the situation weighing heavily on me. Nathan, sensing my discomfort, wrapped an arm around my waist, drawing me close.“We knew this wouldn’t be easy," he whispered, his warm breath caressing my ear. “B
Fake Vow, True Luna #Chapter 208: Special
OliviaThe moment Elder Mingan turned her attention to me, it felt like the ground beneath my feet had vanished.I tried to rally myself, to muster the strength to respond to the mounting challenge, but my throat felt dry, and words eluded me. My secret—that my wolf was dormant, hidden deep within, inaccessible to even me—weighed heavily on my shoulders.“Well?” Elder Mingan asked, cocking her head to the side so that her gray hair fell onto her shoulder. “Prove your claims, Miss Olivia. Is Alpha Nathan being truthful about your matehood, or is this another ploy to get what you both want, just as it was when you lied to everyone the first time?”At Mingan’s words, a slight gasp rippled through the crowd.The first time.It was something that never left my mind, night and day. Most people were understanding of Nathan’s excuse when he gave his press conference, but not everyone. Some people still viewed us as liars, taking advantage of the sanctity of the mate bond to achieve our goals.
Fake Vow, True Luna #Chapter 209: Thirty Days
OliviaNathan and I walked the distance back to our home in silence. The events of the day seemed to weigh him down, his broad shoulders slightly hunched and his stride slightly slower than usual. I stole glances at him, noticing the furrow of his brows and the slight tension of his jaw.The door to our home clicked shut behind us, and the familiar scent of our safe haven enveloped me. Nathan exhaled audibly, like he had been holding his breath throughout our journey. He leaned against the door, looking more exhausted than I had ever seen him before.But there was a glint in his blue-green eyes—a sort of satisfaction, perhaps, that he had taken a stand against the absolute rule of the Elders, even if doing so was a gamble.…The muted light of dusk gently poured into the room, casting a serene glow that seemed to wrap around us like a comforting embrace. Elliot and Aurora, swaddled in soft blankets, lay nestled on the plush living room rug between Nathan and me.Aurora, with her dark
Fake Vow, True Luna #Chapter 210: Honeybees & Bluebirds
OliviaThe tension in the air had been palpable for far too long.Between the mysteries surrounding us, our concern for the twins, and the weight of the unknown, it felt as though a heavy cloud loomed over our heads. So, when Nathan suggested an unexpected trip to his family’s old cabin, I couldn’t resist the urge to escape, if only for a short while.“Remember how we used to poke the honeycombs?” Nathan asked as we turned onto a gravel path, the dense woods on either side feeling both inviting and intimidating.I smiled. “Of course. We used to get our fingers all sticky, and then lick the honey off. It was divine… and messy.”“Exactly,” he chuckled. “I think it’s about time we let Aurora and Elliot experience a little bit of our paradise.”“I’m surprised you kept the property, if I’m being honest,” I said, taking note of the way that the air seemed to drop in temperature as we made our way into the forest. “After everything, I mean.”Nathan was silent for a moment. “I know,” he final
Fake Vow, True Luna #Chapter 211: Visions of Gold & Shadows
OliviaThe soft lapping of the water, the wind rustling the leaves, the distant chirps of birds—this place was magic.Nathan had set up a cozy area near the edge of the little pond by the cabin with blankets and soft cushions. He gently dipped Aurora’s toes into the cool water, the baby’s giggles echoing with delight.Elliot, on the other hand, wrinkled his nose, clearly unimpressed with the sensation.“Aurora seems to like it,” I remarked, laughing as Nathan tried to appease Elliot by bouncing him gently in his arms.“Well, at least one of them does,” Nathan chuckled, wiping away a droplet that had managed to find its way onto Elliot’s cheek.As evening descended upon us, Nathan took out a vintage gramophone, placing it on a nearby table. Soon, soft melodies filled the air.The soft strains of the gramophone filled the evening air, its melodic tones intertwining with the gentle sounds of nature. Nathan reached out, his fingers brushing mine, sending a familiar tingle down my spine.“
Fake Vow, True Luna #Chapter 212: Destiny’s Embrace
OliviaThe landscape of my vision was surreal, like the heart of a dream. Everything was tinged in an ethereal glow, and the boundaries of reality seemed to blur. Standing before me was a majestic figure—my wolf.With piercing eyes and an aura of power, she exuded an air of both familiarity and mystery.“You must lift the spell, Olivia,” she rumbled, her voice echoing through the space. Her gaze held mine with an intensity that was almost palpable. “Only then will you realize your destiny.”The words resonated within me, filling me with both dread and hope. But they also brought forth a thousand questions. “But… how?” I pleaded. “How do I lift the spell?”But even as I asked, the vision began to disintegrate. The ground beneath me became insubstantial, and the colors started to fade, blending into a monochromatic haze.My wolf’s form wavered, like a mirage on a hot day.She took a step closer, her voice strained, fighting against the encroaching void. “To find your way, you must find
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Fake Vow, True Luna #Chapter 568: True Vows
OliviaI gripped the edges of the podium, my knuckles whitening from the strain as I stared out over the sea of faces. All eyes were trained squarely on me, awaiting my words. But I was frozen.A tremor of nausea wormed its way up my throat as I stared out at them. What was I thinking—how could I have ever agreed to this? Speaking to crowds had never been my forte; that was Nathan’s arena, not mine. I was just the woman behind the scenes, the young mom who had never gone to college, the one who had been handed her job by her husband…Suddenly, a flicker of motion off to the side caught my eye—Nathan, standing just at the edge of the stage with his arms folded across his chest. Even from this distance, I could feel the weight of his steady gaze, that piercing Alpha stare that always seemed to see straight into the depths of my soul.He must have sensed my faltering because, slowly, deliberately, he offered me the faintest of smiles and a single, reassuring nod.And just like that, the
Fake Vow, True Luna #Chapter 567: True Luna
Olivia I looped my arm through Nathan’s as we stepped down from the podium, the applause from the crowd and the flashing of cameras having finally subsided after what felt like an eternity. “It’s over,” Nathan beamed, giving my arm a squeeze. “That wasn’t so bad.” I couldn’t help but grin back at him. “No, it wasn’t. You were great up there.” And he really had been great; the press conference had been an overwhelming success—any lingering doubts or trepidation we had harbored before had been utterly blown away by the sheer force of the crowd’s enthusiastic response. For so long, it had felt like we were fighting this battle alone, like the victims who had suffered under Dan’s horrific operation were little more than nameless, faceless casualties. But today, we had finally given them a voice. Their stories had reached the masses, had resonated and struck a chord with everyone who watched. Nathan had handled all of the questions that were thrown his way with poise and ease
Fake Vow, True Luna #Chapter 566: Vignettes
OliviaI rapped my knuckles lightly on the door to Nathan’s office. A moment later, his voice called out, “Come in.”Stepping into the room, I placed my hands on my hips upon seeing the scene in front of me: Nathan was standing in front of the mirror, his shirt still untucked and his tie loosened. His desk was a mess of papers and folders, and it was clear that he had been checking over his notes last-minute before the press conference.
Fake Vow, True Luna #Chapter 565: By Your Side
OliviaI wiped a bead of sweat from my brow, slowly turning to survey the progress that had been made in the park. The banners we had hung were a bold purple color, signifying our support of the women who had been affected by the trafficking ring.I couldn’t help but smile a bit as I looked at our progress. With the press conference today, followed by a festival to help raise funds for the shelter we were building, the park was bustling with activity as our pack members worked hard
Fake Vow, True Luna #Chapter 564: One Step
NathanI leaned back in my chair with a weary sigh, pinching the bridge of my nose in a futile attempt to stave off the encroaching headache. Spread out on my desk was an array of file folders, legal pads scrawled with notes, and printed transcripts—a minefield of information that would need to be carefully navigated on the day of the upcoming press conference.It had been two weeks since Dan and Montgomery’s bodies were found in the confinement pit, and it had been a dizzyin
Fake Vow, True Luna #Chapter 563: The End of an Era
OliviaMy hands shook uncontrollably as I stepped up to the edge of the pit, clutching the metal grating until my knuckles turned white. A thick, cloying stench wafted up from the darkness below—the unmistakable reek of death and decay.Despite the waves of nausea already roiling in my gut, I leaned forward for a closer look.
Fake Vow, True Luna #Chapter 562: The Rise & The Fall
OliviaThe air coming through the open windows smelled like the fresh sea breeze as we made our way from room to room, touring every nook and cranny of the newly completed cottage. It was perfect—cozy and quaint, while still boasting all the modern amenities one could want. But more than that, it was a sanctuary, a haven.A fresh start.
Fake Vow, True Luna #Chapter 561: Spring Air
OliviaThe sound of power tools outside streamed in through the window while I folded the laundry, a distant backdrop to my swirling thoughts. I had grown used to the sound, and actually kind of enjoyed it. It was a reminder that life went on, that our family was growing.It had been a couple of weeks since I had made the decision to take a temporary leave from work in order to really focus on my family—on rebuilding that long-severed bond with my mother—and I was glad I did.
Fake Vow, True Luna #Chapter 560: Rage
NathanI couldn’t stop the rage from simmering just beneath the surface as I made my way through the darkened forest toward the confinement pit. No one knew I was here—I was coming under the cover of night, my hair and face concealed by a hood.But I had to come. I couldn’t stop thinking about Dan and Montgomery, and I needed to see them.
