Anderson must have forgotten his promise, as he suddenly paused his insults toward me.Before he could come up with some half-hearted excuse, I heard Rhys say, "Irene, are you even part of this pack? Do you think everyone is like you, desperate to fight other she-wolves for attention?"Will you have the nerve to continue staying here if you ever jeopardize the pack's interests? When will you understand that neither I, nor the Alpha nor the entire pack, revolves around you?"The call disconnected.At the altar, Leah was still nestled in Anderson's arms. She reached out and gently caressed Rhys's cheek, smiling as she said, "Don't be mad. Irene has been like this since she was little."It's my happiest day today. Instead of thinking about her, shouldn't you be looking at me?"Rhys blushed under her touch.The pack gathered around Anderson and Leah, and their faces were filled with satisfaction.They didn't revolve around me but around Leah.As Luna, I mattered less than a beggar
Even as Anderson spoke sweetly to me, he still didn't pull his arm away from Leah's body.I averted my gaze and said flatly, "It's fine."An avalanche had just occurred, leaving many people injured.I couldn't bring myself to celebrate on top of their suffering.My uncharacteristic calm made them uncomfortable.Rhys let out a mocking laugh. "Irene, drop the act. This isn't a stage for your fantasy."Everyone knows you're the one desperate to be Alpha's little pet, even trying to trap him with a pregnancy. Changing your persona now won't make you any nobler. Even if you are pregnant, you're still worthless compared to Leah."He was just as childish and stupid, completely oblivious to how I had changed.Anderson grew impatient after being rejected by me. His face darkened as he scolded me harshly, "I wasn't planning to call you out on your endless need for control, but why did you have to follow us here?"We don't have time for your games. Leah is shaken from the avalanche. She
Anderson never reached out to me even after my abortion. He thought I was throwing a tantrum and trying to get his attention.He also started posting photos on public platforms.There were photos of them picking out their wedding home, buying furniture, and taking wedding photos together…I didn't react. Instead, I contacted my teacher and accepted a task to collect herbs on an isolated, snow-covered island.When that beta took me to the treatment station, he secretly hid the truth about the avalanche in my bag, which I handed over to my teacher.When I realized the avalanche was caused by the Alpha illegally developing the sacred altar, I felt endless rage. The last bit of affection I had immediately disappeared.After handling everything, I returned to the residence meant for the Luna.I packed up everything that symbolized my identity as Luna, along with all the evidence I had gathered about the abuse in the correctional facility.Along with the elders' ruling to dissolve the mate b
Leah's name finally brought Anderson back to his senses. He forced himself to appear happier, tearing his gaze away from the filthy gift box.He followed Rhys to Leah's residence with an occupied mind.On the way, Rhys told him to buy a bouquet of roses, eagerly anticipating the delighted smile on Leah's face.As they approached the house, a dangerous scent hit them.Through the slightly open door, they saw Leah, who claimed to be weak and poisoned by wolfsbane, drinking strong liquor while twirling a forbidden item in her hand, a stalk of wolfsbane.Across from her, her parents looked smug.Maryanne, who was also Irene's stepmother, wore a greedy smile as she counted the treasures Anderson had sent."No one in the world is smarter than you," she said. "All you had to do was claim you were poisoned, and Anderson would agree to anything you asked for."An Alpha so blind that he didn't even realize the poisoning was fake… Should I say you're too brilliant, or he's just that stupi
Anderson gritted his teeth and admitted it with a pained expression, "That's right. The two of us have been bullying Irene all this time like blind fools. But you're not that innocent either."His wolf let out a furious roar, "You and I both deserve to burn in hell!"Just then, Rhys came running back, covered in dirt. He had dug Irene's gift out of the trash.While Leah's parents kept arguing in their defense, Rhys gave a bitter smile and pulled out solid proof from his coat, no longer believing them. "I got my memories back. The one who protected me and took care of me was always Irene."Faced with undeniable evidence, Leah's family finally turned pale....Five months later, in Icebourne, clinging to the ice wall, I plucked a rare Silverleaf Herb and tucked it into my medical kit.It had been a good harvest. I headed back to my ice hut.Just as I packed everything up, my teacher called me."The mission is almost over. When are you coming back?"I smiled as I zipped up my b
Rhys opened his mouth but couldn't say a word.At last, he did not even have the strength to kneel. He collapsed to the ground with despair and regret, sobbing endlessly.He tore at his own fur in madness, ripping it out until he bled, yet he seemed numb to the pain.I had nothing more to say to him. Just as I turned to leave, I heard his stubborn voice behind me. "It doesn't matter if you forgive me or not, Irene. You're my only family."No matter what, I will always stand by your side. Even if it costs me my life, I will protect you."His tone was firm, just like when he once swore to protect Leah.I didn't care anymore.I was busy attending my best friend's marking ceremony.When everyone else was encouraged by Leah to bully me, she was the only one who reached out to help me.Over the past few days, I had picked up scattered bits of news about Leah's family from the pack.My father had only married my mother to latch onto her family's wealth.Once my grandparents passed
Over the years, Maryanne had lived like a pet kept by my father, indulging in pleasure and luxury to the point that she had long forgotten how to survive on her own.Leah's treatment required a massive amount of money. The cost of medicine and hiring a healer was enough to drive anyone to despair.With no other options left, Maryanne sought help from her old lovers from her younger days.But back then, she had used her looks to come between many marked mates. Now, having fallen from grace, she was met with nothing but ruthless humiliation before she could even ask for help.No one was willing to lend her money. Instead, wandering rogues set their sights on her and nearly abducted her.In desperation, she tried to demand compensation from Anderson.But on the very day everything fell apart, Anderson had sworn a blood oath to transfer all his assets to me.By the time the enforcers found him, he was nothing more than a destitute, disgraced wolf.Maryanne had truly run out of opti
Someone greeted me and pulled me back to reality.He was pleasantly surprised to see me return and asked how I had been.I told him about my experiences in Icebourne, and he couldn't stop expressing his admiration.Under his expectant and reverent gaze, I erased the last trace of emotion I had left for Anderson.I strode forward.The sky was bright and clear, just like the life I had ahead of me.Three years later, I had risen to become a renowned healer, sought after by alphas from packs far and wide. More and more wolves were healed by my hands, and in gratitude, they swore to protect me.For years, I continued to make contributions to werewolf medicine.I traveled through the forbidden jungles of Viremont, explored the Eternal Night Wastes of Nordhollow, and even witnessed a Blood Moon gathering of werewolves deep in the Ashen Dunes.I discovered more healing methods, bringing countless wolves back from the brink of death.By the time I finished my work for the day, the clock had al
Someone greeted me and pulled me back to reality.He was pleasantly surprised to see me return and asked how I had been.I told him about my experiences in Icebourne, and he couldn't stop expressing his admiration.Under his expectant and reverent gaze, I erased the last trace of emotion I had left for Anderson.I strode forward.The sky was bright and clear, just like the life I had ahead of me.Three years later, I had risen to become a renowned healer, sought after by alphas from packs far and wide. More and more wolves were healed by my hands, and in gratitude, they swore to protect me.For years, I continued to make contributions to werewolf medicine.I traveled through the forbidden jungles of Viremont, explored the Eternal Night Wastes of Nordhollow, and even witnessed a Blood Moon gathering of werewolves deep in the Ashen Dunes.I discovered more healing methods, bringing countless wolves back from the brink of death.By the time I finished my work for the day, the clock had al
Over the years, Maryanne had lived like a pet kept by my father, indulging in pleasure and luxury to the point that she had long forgotten how to survive on her own.Leah's treatment required a massive amount of money. The cost of medicine and hiring a healer was enough to drive anyone to despair.With no other options left, Maryanne sought help from her old lovers from her younger days.But back then, she had used her looks to come between many marked mates. Now, having fallen from grace, she was met with nothing but ruthless humiliation before she could even ask for help.No one was willing to lend her money. Instead, wandering rogues set their sights on her and nearly abducted her.In desperation, she tried to demand compensation from Anderson.But on the very day everything fell apart, Anderson had sworn a blood oath to transfer all his assets to me.By the time the enforcers found him, he was nothing more than a destitute, disgraced wolf.Maryanne had truly run out of opti
Rhys opened his mouth but couldn't say a word.At last, he did not even have the strength to kneel. He collapsed to the ground with despair and regret, sobbing endlessly.He tore at his own fur in madness, ripping it out until he bled, yet he seemed numb to the pain.I had nothing more to say to him. Just as I turned to leave, I heard his stubborn voice behind me. "It doesn't matter if you forgive me or not, Irene. You're my only family."No matter what, I will always stand by your side. Even if it costs me my life, I will protect you."His tone was firm, just like when he once swore to protect Leah.I didn't care anymore.I was busy attending my best friend's marking ceremony.When everyone else was encouraged by Leah to bully me, she was the only one who reached out to help me.Over the past few days, I had picked up scattered bits of news about Leah's family from the pack.My father had only married my mother to latch onto her family's wealth.Once my grandparents passed
Anderson gritted his teeth and admitted it with a pained expression, "That's right. The two of us have been bullying Irene all this time like blind fools. But you're not that innocent either."His wolf let out a furious roar, "You and I both deserve to burn in hell!"Just then, Rhys came running back, covered in dirt. He had dug Irene's gift out of the trash.While Leah's parents kept arguing in their defense, Rhys gave a bitter smile and pulled out solid proof from his coat, no longer believing them. "I got my memories back. The one who protected me and took care of me was always Irene."Faced with undeniable evidence, Leah's family finally turned pale....Five months later, in Icebourne, clinging to the ice wall, I plucked a rare Silverleaf Herb and tucked it into my medical kit.It had been a good harvest. I headed back to my ice hut.Just as I packed everything up, my teacher called me."The mission is almost over. When are you coming back?"I smiled as I zipped up my b
Leah's name finally brought Anderson back to his senses. He forced himself to appear happier, tearing his gaze away from the filthy gift box.He followed Rhys to Leah's residence with an occupied mind.On the way, Rhys told him to buy a bouquet of roses, eagerly anticipating the delighted smile on Leah's face.As they approached the house, a dangerous scent hit them.Through the slightly open door, they saw Leah, who claimed to be weak and poisoned by wolfsbane, drinking strong liquor while twirling a forbidden item in her hand, a stalk of wolfsbane.Across from her, her parents looked smug.Maryanne, who was also Irene's stepmother, wore a greedy smile as she counted the treasures Anderson had sent."No one in the world is smarter than you," she said. "All you had to do was claim you were poisoned, and Anderson would agree to anything you asked for."An Alpha so blind that he didn't even realize the poisoning was fake… Should I say you're too brilliant, or he's just that stupi
Anderson never reached out to me even after my abortion. He thought I was throwing a tantrum and trying to get his attention.He also started posting photos on public platforms.There were photos of them picking out their wedding home, buying furniture, and taking wedding photos together…I didn't react. Instead, I contacted my teacher and accepted a task to collect herbs on an isolated, snow-covered island.When that beta took me to the treatment station, he secretly hid the truth about the avalanche in my bag, which I handed over to my teacher.When I realized the avalanche was caused by the Alpha illegally developing the sacred altar, I felt endless rage. The last bit of affection I had immediately disappeared.After handling everything, I returned to the residence meant for the Luna.I packed up everything that symbolized my identity as Luna, along with all the evidence I had gathered about the abuse in the correctional facility.Along with the elders' ruling to dissolve the mate b
Even as Anderson spoke sweetly to me, he still didn't pull his arm away from Leah's body.I averted my gaze and said flatly, "It's fine."An avalanche had just occurred, leaving many people injured.I couldn't bring myself to celebrate on top of their suffering.My uncharacteristic calm made them uncomfortable.Rhys let out a mocking laugh. "Irene, drop the act. This isn't a stage for your fantasy."Everyone knows you're the one desperate to be Alpha's little pet, even trying to trap him with a pregnancy. Changing your persona now won't make you any nobler. Even if you are pregnant, you're still worthless compared to Leah."He was just as childish and stupid, completely oblivious to how I had changed.Anderson grew impatient after being rejected by me. His face darkened as he scolded me harshly, "I wasn't planning to call you out on your endless need for control, but why did you have to follow us here?"We don't have time for your games. Leah is shaken from the avalanche. She
Anderson must have forgotten his promise, as he suddenly paused his insults toward me.Before he could come up with some half-hearted excuse, I heard Rhys say, "Irene, are you even part of this pack? Do you think everyone is like you, desperate to fight other she-wolves for attention?"Will you have the nerve to continue staying here if you ever jeopardize the pack's interests? When will you understand that neither I, nor the Alpha nor the entire pack, revolves around you?"The call disconnected.At the altar, Leah was still nestled in Anderson's arms. She reached out and gently caressed Rhys's cheek, smiling as she said, "Don't be mad. Irene has been like this since she was little."It's my happiest day today. Instead of thinking about her, shouldn't you be looking at me?"Rhys blushed under her touch.The pack gathered around Anderson and Leah, and their faces were filled with satisfaction.They didn't revolve around me but around Leah.As Luna, I mattered less than a beggar
I shivered as I hid behind a tree near the ancient altar, silently watching my Alpha mate, Anderson.I saw him holding a shining silver crown meant for a Luna and offering it to Leah.Leah's eyes sparkled with tears of happiness as she bent down, allowing Anderson to place the crown atop her head.The moment it was settled, Anderson couldn't resist pulling her into his arms.They kissed affectionately before the eyes of the expectant crowd. The scorching kiss lasted for a full 20 minutes, until Leah, flushed and breathless, gently patted him.Only then did he finally stop with a smile.A cold wind swept through, lifting the drooping branches.It was then that I noticed that my entire pack was present under the sacred moonlight.The younger brother I once protected with my life, Rhys, now stood at the center of the ceremony as the officiant.He wore a robe embroidered with the pack's emblem, and his eyes were filled with admiration for his stepsister, Leah.Back then, Rhys and