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I couldn’t bear to watch Nathan walk away again. Not now.“Erm… Sorry, Martha?” I said, turning to face the woman beside me. “Would you mind keeping an eye on the stroller for two minutes? I just need to talk to Nathan.”“Of course,” Martha said, oblivious to my strife. “It’s no problem at all.”“Thank you.”With a deep breath, I followed Nathan’s fading form across the park and toward an alleyway. “Nathan!” I called out, rushing after him as he quickly walked away, his figure growing smaller in the distance. “Nathan, wait!”But he didn’t stop. He didn’t even look back. Every step he took was another twist of the knife in my already aching heart.The sun had long since passed its zenith, casting the cobblestone streets in a soft, orange light. But despite its warmth, it did absolutely nothing to ease the cold dread seeping through me. Up ahead, I saw Nathan round a corner to the Council building, and I followed him, beginning to catch up with his long strides.“I’m sorry,” I shouted,
Fake Vow, True Luna #Chapter 294: Time Will Tell
The sting of Olivia’s words echoed in my ears as I stormed away, every step heavy with the weight of her accusation.“She isn’t even your real daughter, Nathan.” Those words had cut deeper than any wound I’d ever felt.We had agreed, hadn’t we? From the moment those twins had been born, they were ours, regardless of blood. I had put my heart and soul into caring for them as if they were my own flesh and blood. And now Olivia had cast doubt on that bond.The town’s dilapidated streets and ruined buildings became a blur as my thoughts spiraled.Did Olivia's transformation into the Ancient Wolf alter her perception of our family? Or was it the weight of exhaustion and stress taking its toll on her? I wanted answers, but the exhaustion gnawing at the edges of my own mind told me that now wasn’t the time. I needed to breathe, to think, to work.As I approached the Council building, my mind shifted to more immediate matters: rebuilding the town and fortifying our defenses. The loss of the
Fake Vow, True Luna #Chapter 295: Back in Town
I watched the sun dip below the horizon, casting a deep, vibrant orange hue across the sky.A week had passed since Nathan had chosen to stay at the cabins, and every sunset that went by without him being home seemed to amplify the growing chasm between us.“Olivia,” Angela’s voice pulled me from my thoughts. “You’ve been staring at that horizon for the past half hour. Come sit down.”Reluctantly, I turned away and joined her on the porch. “I’m sorry. I can’t help it,” I admitted. "”It’s been a week, Angie. I thought we’d have sorted things out by now.”She gave a gentle smile, placing a reassuring hand on mine. “Don’t worry too much about Nathan. You two are fated mates, remember? Things will work out. Besides, he’s a man. They’re not exactly known for having the most… sophisticated emotional control.”The mention of our bond—and Angela’s light humor—should’ve provided comfort, but instead, it stung. “But it’s not just about us,” I muttered. “It’s about the witch, finding out a way t
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“Oh, really?” I asked, my mouth spitting fire at Nathan. “But you’re ready to invite your ex back to town?”There were several long moments of silence that hung heavily between us. The air was so thick and palpable you could cut it with a knife, and for a moment, I half expected Nathan to turn on his heel and storm off.“Olivia…” he began, his voice low. I could tell he was trying to keep the edge out of it.I tilted my chin up, tossing a lock of blonde hair over my shoulder in defiance. “Go on. Tell me it isn’t true. Enlighten me.”His jaw was set, a sign that he was trying to keep his emotions in check. “You act like I invited Layla back to the pack just for the heck of it,” he said quietly. “And it’s not true. You should know my intentions.”I raised an eyebrow, silently urging him to continue.“Look, she’s helping with the rebuilding of the library,” he explained with a soft sigh. “Her pack has copies of some invaluable documents they’re willing to donate. And I need her expertise
Fake Vow, True Luna #Chapter 297: Records & Resemblance
For a split second, I felt my heart stop. Nathan straightened, looking back at Layla.“How about that tour of the library?” he asked Layla, shooting me a momentary sideways glance as though trying to prove a point to me. “Like I promised.”Layla’s eyes shone with interest. “I thought we would go tomorrow,” she said, “but now is good, too. What do you say, Olivia?”I swallowed, nodding. “Sure.”As we walked toward the library, I couldn’t help but feel a twinge of nostalgia.The library had been our sanctuary, a place where Nathan and I had spent countless hours reading when we were kids. Almost every weekend, we would head to the library and leave with a new stack of books to read.But now, the sight of its burnt sections and the ongoing construction was a tangible reminder of our vulnerability.Layla looked around, observing the expert builders that Nathan had hired hard at work. They were meticulously crafting, replicating the once magnificent wooden carvings and detailed masonry. It
Fake Vow, True Luna #Chapter 298: Chasms
“You are Aurora’s dad,” I whispered.Nathan watched me for a moment before speaking. “I’m not so sure anymore.”There was a silence between us, one heavy with regret. “I’m sorry,” I murmured. “And for the record, if Layla’s kid did somehow turn out to be yours, and if you wanted to be a part of his life, I’d support you. I meant what I said about being your Luna, standing by you.”Nathan’s face contorted, a mixture of surprise and skepticism. “Really? After everything?”“Yes,” I whispered, taking a deep breath. “Nathan, I am so, so sorry for what I said earlier. I shouldn’t have doubted your role in our twins’ lives. It was a horrible thing to say. You are their father, in every way that matters.”He took a step closer, eyes searching mine. “Do you have any idea how much that hurt? When you threw those words at me? It felt like a punch to the gut, especially knowing how much I love Aurora and Elliot.”I looked down, my guilt burning like acid. “I know, Nathan. I shouldn’t have said it
Fake Vow, True Luna #Chapter 299: Revelations
“Nathan!” I called after his fading form.I dashed after him, my shoes pounding loudly on the cobblestones. “Wait!” Tears blurred my vision, but the draw of his retreating figure guided me forward.He turned into a narrow alley, and seizing my chance, I cornered him. “Nathan!” I choked out, voice thick with emotion. “Don’t just walk away from me like that.”He spun around, the intensity of his gaze locking onto mine. The color of golden hour gave his face a warm glow like honey, but his eyes looked distance and full of angst.“Do you know what it’s like?” I said, a tear rolling down my cheek. “One minute you’re distant, and the next you’re stepping in to protect me. It’s like emotional whiplash, and I can’t handle it anymore.”He looked taken aback, perhaps not expecting such an outpouring. His lips quivered, searching for the right words, but I wasn’t done.“I miss you,” I whispered, my voice breaking. “I miss us. I miss feeling your presence next to me, the warmth, the laughter... e
Fake Vow, True Luna #Chapter 300: Promises
The room seemed to spin as Layla’s confession hung in the air between us. I couldn’t breathe, couldn’t even think straight. My eyes widened as I stared at her, desperately searching for some sign that this was a bad joke, a dream—anything but reality.But it was the truth. I could see it in Layla’s eyes.“He’s really Nathan’s?” I stuttered, grappling with the enormity of her revelation.Layla nodded, her eyes rimmed with red from crying. “I didn’t find out until recently. I thought he was Cade’s,” she said, referring to her bodyguard-turned-fiancé.“How did this happen, Layla? Nathan and I—”She cut me off with a wave of her hand, her face flushed with the stress of her confession. “I understand how complicated this sounds, but let me explain,” she said. “If you’ll hear me out, that is.”I paused for a moment, unsure if I wanted the truth. But finally, I decided that it was better this way. Perhaps Layla did have a good explanation, something that would prove that Nathan hadn’t someho
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