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Chapter Four

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She turned on the bedside light and looked around, seeing nothing. She must have imagined it in her half-asleep state. As she settled back down, she tried to calm her racing heart and let the day's exhaustion finally lull her into a deep slumber. Images of the mysterious stranger and her freedom at that moment danced in her dreams, guiding her towards a new dawn filled with possibility.

When Della awoke the following day, the light filtering through the curtains of the motel room cast a warm glow over her tired features. She stretched and yawned, the previous day's events slowly returning to her in fragments.

As she got up and prepared to leave the motel room, a sense of determination filled her once more. She was ready to face whatever lay ahead, prepared to embrace the unknown with open arms.

Leaving the room key on the front desk, Della stepped out of the Rosewood Motel, feeling the warmth of the morning sun on her skin. The previous day's events still lingered in her mind, but she took a deep breath, pushing aside the memories of betrayal and hurt. She was determined to move forward, to embrace the new beginning that awaited her.

As she walked towards her car, a flyer caught her eye - "Now Hiring: Local Cafe". Della paused, a flicker of interest igniting within her. She loved the idea of working in a cafe, the hustle and bustle, the aroma of fresh coffee filling the air. It was a chance to start fresh, to embark on a new path away from the shadows of her past.

Without hesitating, Della made her way to the cafe, the anticipation building in her chest. The smell of freshly brewed coffee wafted towards her as she stepped inside, the warm and inviting atmosphere wrapping around her like a comforting embrace.

"Can I help you?" a friendly voice greeted her, and Della turned to see a woman behind the counter, a warm smile on her face.

"Yes. My name is Della. I saw your flyer - about the job opening. Is it still available?" Della asked, her voice tinged with hope.

The woman nodded, her smile widening. "Yes, we're looking to hire someone immediately. How about a trial shift today? We can see how you fit in with the team."

“Really. Are you sure?” Della's heart leapt with excitement as she accepted the offer. This was her chance to start anew, to carve out a path for herself in this unfamiliar city.

“Why, of course. I need the help since my granddaughter moved away with her new husband. It's a lot of work for little old me.” the lady chuckled.

As they chatted, Della learned that the woman running the cafe was named Mrs. Thompson. She was a kind-hearted soul who had built the cafe from the ground up, pouring her heart and soul into every cup of coffee served.

Della felt an instant connection with Mrs. Thompson, a sense of warmth and familiarity that she had been missing in her life. It felt like fate had brought her to this cafe, to this wonderful woman who needed her help just as much as she needed this job.

Without hesitation, Della dived into her trial shift at the cafe, immersing herself in the daily operations with enthusiasm and dedication. Mrs. Thompson guided her through the tasks, teaching her the art of brewing the perfect cup of coffee, serving delectable treats, and engaging with the customers.

The hours flew by in a blur of coffee aromas and laughter, the cafe bustling with activity. Della felt a sense of belonging that she hadn't felt in a long time, a sense of purpose that filled her with joy.

As the day ended, Mrs. Thompson pulled Della aside with a smile. "You did wonderfully, my dear. I would love to offer you a permanent position here at the cafe if you're interested."

This was more than she could have ever hoped for a chance to start fresh in a place that felt like home.

"I would be honoured to accept, Mrs Thompson. Thank you for this opportunity," Della replied, her voice filled with sincerity. “I should get going, but I will be back tomorrow,” Della promised as she picked up her handbag.

Della hesitated momentarily, not wanting to burden Mrs. Thompson with her situation. But the warmth and concern in Mrs Thompson's eyes made her realise genuinely caring individuals surrounded her.

"I'm new in town. I broke up with my ex-partner, so I haven't found a place to stay yet," Della admitted a hint of uncertainty in her voice.

Mrs. Thompson's expression softened, her eyes filled with empathy. "Oh, dear. I am ever so sorry to hear that. But you can't be wandering around without a place to call home. Why don't you stay in the flat above my cafe here? It's vacant since my granddaughter moved out.” she offered as she removed her apron and washed her hands.

Della was taken aback by Mrs. Thompson's kindness, a wave of appreciation washing over her. It was a gesture of generosity and compassion that she hadn't expected.

"I don't want to impose, Mrs. Thompson. Are you sure it wouldn't be too much trouble?" Della asked, her voice filled with appreciation.

Mrs. Thompson shook her head, her smile warm and reassuring. "Nonsense, my dear. It would be our pleasure. Consider it a part of the cafe family. You're not just an employee; you're a friend."

Just as Della was about to thank her again, a figure entering the cafe caught her eye - the mysterious stranger from the petrol station.

Della couldn't contain her joy at seeing him again. It felt like a sign from the universe that they had crossed paths once more.

“Aw, here he is, my wonderful grandson Micheal”. Mrs Thompson gushed with pride as she reached out with both hands to greet him.

“Hello, grandmother.”

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  • His Luna’s Rejection, Her Alpha’s Mistake   Chapter Six

    Xavier felt suffocated by the walls closing in around him at the pack house. The weight of his choices threatened to crush him, the ghost of Luna's devastated face haunting his every waking moment. He needed to escape, breathe, and sort through the tangled mess of emotions. With a mumbled excuse to Anna, he headed into the forest surrounding the pack lands.As soon as the ancient trees enveloped him, Xavier allowed his wolf to surface, letting the beast take temporary refuge from his turbulent human emotions. Bones shifted and reformed as he dropped on four powerful legs, his russet fur bristling along his spine. A long, mournful howl bubbled up from his lupine chest, a guttural expression of frustration and inner turmoil.He took off at a loping run, powerful haunches propelling him forward as he relished the burn in his muscles and the wind whipping through his coarse pelt. Outside the wilderness, he could think clearly without Anna's insistent presence clouding his judgment. What h

  • His Luna’s Rejection, Her Alpha’s Mistake   Chapter Seven

    Della woke up early the following day, the sun streaming through the windows of her cosy flat. She made herself a cup of coffee and sat on the small balcony, taking in the peaceful view of the bustling street below. It was a new day, full of possibilities, and she felt a sense of optimism washing over her. As she sipped her coffee, Della heard a faint rustling from the alley behind the café. Curious, she set down her mug and peered over the railing. Surprisingly, she saw a tiny kitten darting between the trash cans, its fur matted and dirty. Without hesitation, Della sprang into action. She hurried downstairs, grabbed a bowl of milk from the kitchen, and went to the alley. The kitten hesitated initially, but the hunger in its eyes won out, and it cautiously approached Della. Gently, Della set the bowl of milk down on the ground and took a step back, giving the kitten space to drink. It lapped the milk greedily, its small tail flicking back and forth in contentment. As Della

  • His Luna’s Rejection, Her Alpha’s Mistake   Chapter Eight

    Xavier stood by the window of the darkened room, staring out at the silver-lit forest that bordered their land. The moon hung heavily in the sky, silently witnessing his turmoil. In the silence, the weight of his decisions pressed down on him, squeezing the air from his lungs with the force of regret.Behind him, Anna paced restlessly, her agitation a palpable entity in the confined space. "Xavier, why won't you understand? This is for us, for our future," she pleaded, her voice a mix of desperation and frustration.He turned to face her, the moonlight casting shadows across his features, deepening the lines of conflict etched into his face. "Anna, being Luna isn't just a title; it's a responsibility—one that's earned by trust and respect from the pack, not by manipulation or deceit."Her eyes flashed angrily, a spark that threatened to ignite into a raging inferno. "I've given you everything, Xavier. I'm carrying your child, our future alpha. Doesn't that deserve recognition? Don't I

  • His Luna’s Rejection, Her Alpha’s Mistake   Chapter Nine

    As Anna turned to see who had called out to her, she was surprised to see Ethan, the patrol officer of the pack, watching her with a curious expression."I...I was taking a walk to clear my head," Anna replied, trying to keep her voice steady despite the nervous flutter in her stomach.Ethan's gaze lingered on her for a moment before he spoke again. "Is everything alright, Anna? You seem troubled. If there's anything you need to talk about, I'm here to listen."Anna hesitated, unsure of how much to reveal to Ethan. She knew he was loyal to Xavier and the pack, and she didn't want to risk him reporting her actions to the alpha. But there was something in Ethan's eyes gave her a flicker of hope, a sense of understanding that she hadn't felt from anyone else in the pack."I...I appreciate your concern, Ethan. It's just...things are complicated right now," Anna admitted, her voice barely above a whisper.Ethan stepped closer to her, his expression one of genuine care. "I may be a patrol o

  • His Luna’s Rejection, Her Alpha’s Mistake   Chapter Ten

    Anna scowled at Martha and shook her head. "And do you believe you have a right to question me, the future Luna?" Martha scoffed, crossing her arms over her chest. "You're just an omega who got pregnant by the alpha behind our real Luna's back," Martha stated.Anna's eyes flashed with anger at Martha's words, her fists clenched at her sides. "I may be an omega, but I have just as much right to be here as anyone else. My past does not define who I am now," she retorted, her voice firm and unwavering.Martha's expression hardened at Anna's defiance, her lips curling into a sneer. "You may have deceived Xavier, but you will never be truly accepted in this pack. You're nothing but a lowly omega, forever beneath us," she spat, her words dripping with venom.But before Martha could continue, Ethan appeared, and he stepped forward, his gaze steely as he addressed both women. "That's enough. Despite our differences, we are all part of this pack. We must work together and show respect to each o

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    As they stepped back into the familiar surroundings of the café, Della felt a mix of emotions swirling within her. The news of her pregnancy had shaken her world, throwing her into a whirlwind of uncertainty and apprehension. She knew that she needed time to process this new reality, to come to terms with the weight of responsibility that now rested on her shoulders. But she wasn't sure if staying here was the right thing to do now. She knew that she could never risk Xavier finding her. “Oh, Della. Good to have you back. Let me make you a lovely drink.” Mrs Thompson bustled around them, her motherly instincts kicking in as she fussed over Della, ensuring she was comfortable and had everything she needed. Michael stood by quietly, his eyes filled with concern and support.Della sat down on a chair, feeling the weight of exhaustion settling in her bones. She appreciated the warmth and care surrounding her, but a part of her was already wrestling with the enormity of what lay ahead. How

  • His Luna’s Rejection, Her Alpha’s Mistake   Chapter Twelve

    As Anna stood alone in the dimly lit hallway, the echo of Xavier's departing footsteps reverberated in the silence. Her mind was a tumultuous whirlwind of emotions, a storm of uncertainty brewing within her. Alpha Xavier's doubts and suspicions hung heavy in the air, casting a shadow over their fragile relationship. She thought of how different he seemed since Della had departed the pack. She had believed that once Della was out of the way, her life of becoming Luna would be easier. She was carrying the heir, after all. Anna’s hand instinctively went to her swollen belly, a tender reminder of the life growing within her. Taking a deep breath to steady herself, Anna pushed herself away from the wall and returned to her quarters. The solitude of her room offered a temporary respite from the chaos of the pack, allowing her a moment of thinking to collect her thoughts.As she settled onto the edge of her bed, the evening events played out in her mind like a wild symphony. The confrontat

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  • His Luna’s Rejection, Her Alpha’s Mistake   Epilogue

    One week later Della lingered in the doorway, a smile creeping onto her face as she watched her son sprawled on his playmat, gurgling happily to himself. He was a radiant beacon in her life, embodying her hopes for a joyful, healthy future. Yet, like shadows creeping across her mind, the scars of her past began to resurface. It had been a week since she'd stood on the grounds of the pack she once led alongside Xavier.“Is everything okay, my love?” Michael whispered as he slipped his arms around her, resting his chin on her shoulder. She nodded, though her gaze remained fixed on their child. Felix had inherited his father's smile and eyes—a striking resemblance that filled her with warmth and uncertainty. A nagging thought worried her: Would Xavier, if he had survived the fire, ever return for their son, his true heir? Would vengeance be his motive?“I was just thinking about how quickly Felix is growing up and what his future might hold,” Della said, a sigh escaping her lips as Mich

  • His Luna’s Rejection, Her Alpha’s Mistake   Fifty two

    “That's right, Xavier. That child is not yours. Amma lied. But your true heir will never be tainted by this cursed pack.” Davison announced, and Xavier let out a roar. His chains rattled as he tried once again to free himself. Micheal and his father laughed and mocked the prisoners. “Your stupid wolves are weakened by the wolfsbane in those chains,” Micheal smiled. “I'm sorry. I'm sorry, but please give me a second chance.” Anna suddenly screamed, but Della could not stand to look at Anna; she hated her so much that she wanted to kill her, but she knew Anna was not worth her energy. Seeing Anna grovel and Xavier lose his alpha status felt good for her. The fact that Micheal was the son of the lycan himself was terrific, but nothing could have prepared her for the support she felt from Micheal and his family. Mrs Thompson had been kind when she thought she had nothing and nobody to turn to. All because Xavier slept with an omega because he believed that his own Luna could not become

  • His Luna’s Rejection, Her Alpha’s Mistake   Fifty one

    Xavier squinted his eyes as the door opened, and two prominent figures stepped forward without a word. They pulled him up from the ground and unchained him. Xavier was shocked by this sudden change and did not recognise these two figures. They did not give Xavier any eye contact whatsoever. “Who are you, and what is going on here?” Xavier demanded, but the two figures still did not look at him. Instead, they just chuckled and dragged him out by his feet. Xavier started to yell, but he was no match for them. He was suddenly pulled into darkness when a blindfold was put over his eyes. “Get off of me, you stupid fools,” Xavier screamed, his voice echoing in the dimly lit corridor as they hauled him along. He kicked and thrashed, desperately trying to break free, but their grips were like iron. His protests faded into muffled grunts as they dragged him further from the musty room he'd been confined to for what felt like aeons. “Where are you taking me?” he shouted again, trying a diff

  • His Luna’s Rejection, Her Alpha’s Mistake   Fifty

    “Well, get talking. I am waiting.” Martha growled as she tapped her left foot impatiently and kept her eyes on Elsa. She wanted to hurt her, but she knew it wasn’t worth it. Elsa would have no choice but to tell her the truth.“I'm sorry, ok, Martha.” she started to cry, and I rolled my eyes. I had had enough of her pissing me about now. As Elsa continued to cry, Martha's grip on her throat relaxed slightly, but her eyes remained fierce and intense. "Get on with it," she growled, her voice low and menacing. “I've had enough now, and you better explain yourself now before I end your life once and for all.” Elsa sniffled and wiped her nose on her sleeve before continuing. "Ethan...he's been planning this. So, he uses Sage's magic to keep Xavier and the others captive, and then he convinces Anna to agree to become his mate.Martha's eyes narrowed. "And what about Sage? Where is she now?"Elsa swallowed hard. "Sage is...she's under Ethan's control. He used her magic to keep Xavier and t

  • His Luna’s Rejection, Her Alpha’s Mistake   Forty Nine

    Micheal's question hung in the air, filled with uncertainty and longing. Mrs. Thompson's expression softened, and she gently stroked his arm. "Oh, dear boy, you deserve to be happy," she said, her voice filled with warmth. "If you want to make amends with your father, I think it's worth a try. But you must do it for yourself, not anyone else's approval." "I think it's worth a try," Micheal said. "I've carried this weight around for so long. Maybe I can find a way to resolve things with my father and have a life with Della.” Mrs. Thompson smiled, her eyes shining with encouragement. "I think you can, dear boy. You're a strong and capable individual. Just remember to be true to yourself and communicate openly with both your father and Della." Della nodded a small smile on her face. "Okay," she said. "First thing tomorrow, we will leave to go see your father. It's been a long day, and I'm exhausted. So much has happened, and all I want to do is sleep. The baby will be awake for a

  • His Luna’s Rejection, Her Alpha’s Mistake   Forty Eight

    Anna stood proudly with her newborn baby girl in her arms and Ethan beside her. He put an arm around her shoulders and looked at the vast crowd gathered around them. “Members of Silver Moon, Our Alpha Xavier has abandoned his pack after he found his Luna with another man. His beta was too ashamed to come and face you all after hearing of his alpha’s terrible actions. So, as my chosen mate, Anna, holds the true heir to the alpha throne, it would only be right for me to take over as Alpha and make her Luna of Silver Moon.” Ethan announced to the astonished pack as they silently sat and listened to his words. “Tomorrow we will be Alpha and Luna ceremony,” he announced. Martha stood on the crowd's edge and listened carefully to Ethan’s words. None of it made sense. Xavier had done wrong, yes, but there was no way that he would pack up and abandon his pack in the night. She thought that something was going on there, and she didn't like it one bit. She decided to go and see Sage since sh

  • His Luna’s Rejection, Her Alpha’s Mistake   Forty Seven

    Xavier felt sick to the pit of his stomach as he walked back through the doors of his pack; he noticed how everyone moved out of his way and avoided eye contact with him. He realised that Ethan, Sage or Martha must have warned them all not to piss off the Alpha. He didn’t care about them as long as they left him alone. Xavier could not believe the nerve of Della rejecting him and moving on with a clown-like Micheal. He could not stand back and allow another man to steal his child as well. His thoughts suddenly wandered back to Anna and the child they had had. He sat down on the edge of his unmade bed and sighed loudly. He wondered if he should go and visit the child and see for himself if it were his. Xavier didn’t care about seeing Anna; she was not worth his time, and he would never make her his Luna. He had to think about the pack's future now, and without Della by his side, it wouldn’t be an easy ride for him. He lay on the bed and closed his eyes, willing sleep to take over,

  • His Luna’s Rejection, Her Alpha’s Mistake   Forty six

    “Della, I, alpha Xavier, accept your rejection, and I hope you are happy with your life, but mark my words, you will be back, and I won't let you keep me from my child!” Xavier grunted and turned on his heel. Della scoffed at his words. She was glad he finally saw the sense of accepting her rejection. It was time he moved on with his life with his precious omega. She didn't want to have anything to do with him any longer. “Now that wasn’t so difficult, now was it?” Micheal said sarcastically as Xavier carried on walking. “And don't think you will ever be an inch within my Della or our child again,” he yelled after him and then chuckled with amusement. Della watched as Xavier finally turned and left the mansion. She had never hated someone so much, and she felt nothing for him anymore. He didn’t deserve a minute of her time. Martha and Sage were no loyal friends to her either, and she knew that she didn’t want to have to deal with them again. She didn't need friends like that. “You’

  • His Luna’s Rejection, Her Alpha’s Mistake   Forty five

    Xavier's eyes widened in shock as Mrs. Thompson revealed the shocking truth. He couldn't believe what he was hearing. Lycan Davison was the father of Della's new boyfriend. Della’s mouth fell open and her eyes widened in disbelief upon hearing the statement from Mrs Thompson. Xavier felt a wave of bitterness. Why had Della never told him? Why had she kept this secret from him? "You're lying," Xavier bellowed. "Della would never keep something like this from me." Mrs. Thompson smiled sweetly. "Oh, but she didn't know his true identity until now. And now you know why Michael is so determined to keep you away. Your entire pack is a disgrace. Do you think the council and the Lycan himself will be pleased to hear of your affairs and getting your pack to chase and frighten a pregnant female?” Michael stepped forward, his eyes flashing with warning. "You are not wanted here, nor are your little minions.” Micheal spat in disgust as he glared at Ethan, Sage and Martha. “Go back to

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