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Orphan to Luna: The Alpha's Substitute Bride chapter 69
Chapter Mara's POV The next morning, sunlight streamed through the window, waking me from a restless sleep. I rubbed my eyes and sat up, my mind still heavy with everything that had happened.I sat up running my hand through my hair, it felt weird waking up in a different environment and being without Rhys.I felt a pang in my chest but a soft knock on the door made me look up, and Dahlia entered, carrying a bundle of clothes and a tray of food."Good morning, Mara," she said with a warm smile. "I brought you some clothes and breakfast."I managed a small smile. "Thank you, Dahlia. You’ve been so kind."She set the tray down on the small table by the window and handed me the clothes. "It's the least I can do. Eat something and get dressed. If you need anything don't hesitate to tell me.""You've already done so much I can't possibly ask for more""No don't say it that way you're like my daughter now, I'll leave you to eat, I have somethings to attend to but soon I'll return and chec
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Chapter 70Rhy's POV "No! She can't be dead no Duncan tell her she's lying this bridge is a lie!" I yelled clutching my chest feeling a terrible pain within.This was all my fault, I couldn't get the image out of my head. No! I refused to believe she was dead. She couldn't be. It was my fault she ran off in the first place. I felt sick with guilt, my heart heavy with regret.Duncan stood by me, looking grim. "Rhys, we have to face the truth. The witch can show us what happened."I shook my head, refusing to accept it. "No, I can't believe she's gone. I need to see for myself."Duncan nodded, his expression serious. "Then let the witch help. It's the only way to know for sure."I nodded taking a deep breath."Show me" I requested.The lady shared a look with Duncan then focused on me. "Are you ready?" she asked, her voice soft yet powerful.I swallowed hard, nodding. "Yes, show me."She took my hand, her touch surprisingly warm. She began chanting in a language I didn't understand,
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Chapter Rhys' POVThe next morning, I was still reeling from the vision of Mara’s last moments. The pain was fresh, but the anger burned brighter. As I was getting ready, a knock drew my attention."Step in" I ordered and a guard stepped in with a bow."Alpha" He greeted."Yes what is your message"“Alpha Rhys, the elders have called an emergency meeting. They need you there immediately,” he said, his voice tense.The elders? I questioned within a part of me wanted to decline and told him to tell them it could be postponed but I knew it wouldn't look good especially what happened the last time."Do you know why this meeting is called for?" I questioned."No sire" He responded.I nodded, trying to push aside the turmoil inside me. “I’ll be there.”Soon I got dressed then left for the conference room. As I walked to the meeting hall, my mind raced. What could this be about? When I entered, the room was filled with the stern faces of the elders, their expressions unreadable. Duncan was
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Mara's POV I felt a shiver run down my spine as the summoning echoed in my mind. Something about it didn’t sit right with me.Something was wrong!I didn't know how I could tell but I felt it, my wolf growled within but that was it.I couldn't place what was wrong someone had done something, that wasn't a coincidence.Ethan noticed my unease and gently helped me to my feet. "I think that is enough training for today maybe you should rest"I couldn't speak so I just nodded my head then he helped me and led me back to the room. My heart pounded with worry as we approached the door, and I could hear Dahlia pacing inside.As soon as we entered, Dahlia rushed to me, her face etched with concern. “Mara, what happened? You look pale.”I tried to muster a reassuring smile. “I’m fine, Dahlia. It’s just...”"What? Ethan what did you do?" Dahlia asked the sides of her face turned down to a frown."No no he didn't do anything we were training and then I felt strange" I tried explaining.Dahlia’
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ChapterMara's POV "An attack?" Dahlia questioned worriedly her grip on my hand tightening."Excuse me" The seer said walking out the door before anyone can say anything to stop her I glanced at Dahlia who nodded,"She'll be fine" she assured.“Take care of one another Dahlia, stay here. Lock the door and don’t open it for anyone but me.”“Ethan, please be careful,” I whispered, my heart pounding.He gave me a reassuring smile, though it didn’t reach his eyes. “I will. Just stay safe.”With that, he left, closing the door behind him. Dahlia and I quickly locked it, the sound of the bolt sliding into place feeling both secure and terrifyingly final. We could hear the chaos outside, the clash of weapons, the shouts, and the growls. It was a nightmare brought to life.Dahlia paced the small room, her worry etched into every line of her face. “We’ll be okay, Mara. Ethan will handle this.”I nodded, though I wasn’t sure if I believed it. “I hope so.”Suddenly, a loud crash echoed through
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Chapter 74Mara's POV “Does this mean they know I'm here” I questioned curiously.“We don't know that” Ethan responded rubbing his temples frustrate, I hated how much I was putting him through.“I want to see the man outside. Maybe if I go with him, it will be safer for everyone here.”Ethan’s eyes hardened. “No, Mara. It’s too dangerous. We don’t know what his intentions are.”“Ethan think about what you are saying if he really is from the Lycan Queen then she could be in safe hands you will be protecting her” Dahlia explained. I could see the pain flash through Ethan's eyes like he was at a loss of something.“We don't have to make any decision now” he said calmly, not meeting my eyes.“But if I leave, they might not attack the pack,” I argued. “It could save lives.”Ethan shook his head. “We don’t even know who he is. I won't let you risk yourself like that.”I sighed, realizing he wasn’t going to budge. “Alright, what should we do then?”“We need to help clean up and blend in,” E
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Chapter Mara's POV A collective gasp echoed through the room myself included, I stared at him stunned."Your wife?" The elder said cocking a brow, Ethan laced his hand with mine and I forced a smile wanting to follow his lead, I knew I could trust him."Yes we had a quick marriage due to a circumstance" Ethan continued trying to convince them."And what circumstance might that be?""It's a personal matter" Ethan disclosed in a finite tone."After the present circumstance the pack faced we can't take chances what if she was an accomplice to the rogue attack how do you expect us to remain quiet and accept her with no logical explanation" the man urged and a few members supported him.A full crowd had formed all of them focused in our direction."I'm pregnant" I blurted, Ethan eyes widened as he looked in my direction."Yes I'm pregnant that is why we had to get married it was urgent"The elderly man looked at Ethan and me. “Congratulations,” he said, though his tone lacked warmth. “Bu
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Mara's POV I was about to walk away, trying to keep my steps light and silent, but my foot caught the edge of a lace curtain, pulling it down with a clatter. The sound echoed through the hallway, and my heart dropped.I stayed silent hoping he didn't hear the crash but I wasn't lucky seeing his tall frame walk out the door.The spy… the rogue turned sharply, his eyes locking onto mine. In a flash, he was out of the room and grabbing my arm before I could escape."You!" he hissed, his grip tightening. His eyes bore into mine, cold and calculating.“I knew you were trouble” he snarled.I struggled, panic rising. "Let go of me rogue!"“Ha!” He laughed. “I won't let you blow my cover" he snapped, pulling me towards the room frightened I shoved him with every strength I could muster. He stumbled backwards, almost slipping but he managed to get his footing using the wall for support.His eyes widened slightly, then narrowed. "You are no low rank wolf. The power… it’s you, you're the Lycan
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Rhys's eyes were locked onto Mara’s irises as she held onto her silver flowing dress, with a soft smile creased on her face as she walked down the stairs.He couldn't help but stare at how beautiful she looked, walking down the stairs, graced in her beautiful silver dress.She was truly breathtaking, with her long red hair wrapped around in long waves with a small ribbon placed right on top. Her well-defined juicy lips with the upper lip almost in the shape of a heart that lingered a sweet, caring smile painted with deep crimson lipstick, and her pinkish cheeks and small apart little freckles all came into view when she came up close to Rhys. The space between them slowly closed up as the music by the garden sort of increased when he grabbed her by the hand.“You…” Rhys stuttered, staring into her eyes unable to look away. He’d slowly gone lost in them. Just when she etched closer, he leaned forward whispering into her ears. “You look so beautiful,” He said, with a smile creaesd on
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Rhy’s POV Two rogues came barreling in. They were running right for me as I ducked taking both rogues down to the floor in seconds making sure to have them both wounded.I watched both rogues squirming on the floor as they clenched their throats and then I knelt on the floor and started shifting, seeing that I was slowly getting outnumbered. I stepped forward and then grabbed one of them stepping over top of him. And then I bared my teeth into his flesh, growling, forcing a permanent hole as I had him killed instantly as the others stood by watching the scene. A lot of rogue men hurried my way, coming in groups of four, and twos headed in my direction.My eyes for some annoying reason, slowly had its color changed under the influence of me being completely angry over the fact that she was being taken away by Giovanni and I was getting attacked by some unknown rogue men.“Where the hell are they coming from?” I scowled, trying to make my way through angry rogue men as they attacked.
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RHYS POVMy knuckles gripped the steering wheel, turning white as I imagined all the ways I'd kill whoever must have done this.I wanted to make sure his death was so agonizingly painful that when I was done with him, he'd be begging for the blessings of death.Lost In my thoughts of torture, I didn't notice how much time had passed. I recognized the area immediately and felt relief pour through me as I neared the motel.I pulled up to the garage, squinting through the dark as I hopped out of my car. I walked close to the building, holding up my flashlight in the air.As I walked into the building, I realized there happened to be no locks on the door. I had my foot against the door, and in seconds the door creaked open.I flashed my light in the direction of the dark, knowing down my guts that it was somewhat dangerous being out here all alone. But I didn't care…Mara was all I cared about.I trudged further into the dark, with my eyes locked on the empty hallways up ahead. I wondered
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Rhys POVI watched Talia walking out of the mansion quietly, a couple of days later. Her movements seemed quite suspicious as she hopped into her zooming off.I couldn't stand my Wolf from growling at the thought of her knowing something about Mara’s disappearance.I decided to follow her to find out where she was headed. The fact that I could have her whereabouts tracked by her scent made it quite easier.She took about four turns and then into an unknown part of the city before stopping in front of a bar. A bar is known only to be visited, by rebellions.“What the hell is she doing here?” I whispered to myself as I parked a few meters away from her, making sure to take full cover.I peeped through the rearview mirror of my car and saw that there was a black Benz parked behind me, blocking me from driving out. I lowered my head, to avoid being caught in the game.My eyes widened in shock at the realization of whom it was that had stepped out of the car.The one man I never imagined I
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RHY’S POV I had my head lowered as I rummaged through the papers on my desk. I tried extremely hard to focus but the conversation from a couple of weeks ago with Yara, kept whirling in my head. “Go on,” My voice was short and my eyes never left the stack of papers. Ignoring the fact that I’d been on one paragraph for the last couple of hours. “We’ve already upped patrol on the border, but still no sign of her,” Dante spoke up, distressed all over his face as he stared back at me.“I'm open to more orders,” He added, as I leaned back in the chair keeping my eyes low.“We stay on the course, we stay scouting, we have to keep searching,” I said frustratingly.“We can't be sitting ducks, we have to do something—” I grimaced but then paused, the minute I realized I was beginning to over react.It had been a couple of months since she’d suddenly disappeared. A couple of months since we had dinner together and a couple of months since I’ve seen her smile.“Perhaps we could send out a few
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Rhys's Pov.Yara's words pierced through my heart. "Rhys, listen to me. Mara would come to me if she needed help. She trusts me."Something stirred within me. A spark of hope."Mara would come to you?" I repeated.Yara nodded. "Of course, She has no one else."No one else? The weight of those words crushed me. Mara's isolation, Her loneliness, My failure.But Yara's next words ignited a fire. "Rhys, Mara didn't come to me. She didn't leave you."I felt a glimmer of hope, A chance. "Mara's still out there, in Giovanni's custody," I whispered.Waiting For me. Waiting for me to find her. To make it right.Yara's grip on my arm tightened. "Find her Rhys, Make it right."Determination coursed through me. I'd find Mara. Explain everything. Prove my love, With newfound purpose.Yara's warning echoed in my mind. "Remember, Rhys, Talia's a snake. Has been always will be," she said.I nodded, determination etched on my face. "I'll be careful," I said.Yara's eyes narrowed. "Careful isn't enough
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Rhys's PovI was left all alone at home. I paced through the darkness of my bedroom with bottles of Alcohol in both hands.Mara's note echoed in my mind. "I thought our love was stronger.""I thought you loved me." "I was wrong."Talia's words sliced through my haze. "Rhys, I'm here for you."Her hand touched my shoulder. I shrugged it off. "Leave me alone, Talia," I screamed at her."Rhys, please—""Get out!" I roared.Talia's eyes widened. "Rhys, I just want to help.""Help?" I sneered. "You've done enough."My anger boiled over. "You and your games, Your lies, Your manipulations."Talia stepped back. "Rhys, I'm sorry—""Sorry?" I laughed harshly. "Sorry isn't enough."I stood, swaying. The room spun.Talia's face blurred."Get out," I repeated. My voice cracked.Talia hesitated. Then turned and ran.The door slammed shut, I collapsed onto the couch.Whiskey spilled from my hand. Mara's face haunted me. Her smile, Her laughter, Her tears.My regret suffocated me. Why hadn't I told h
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Rhys povI couldn't shake off the feeling that Talia was involved in Mara's disappearance.Her manipulations knew no bounds. But what if she'd played me from the start?A sudden memory flashed in my mind.How Talia had approached me with Her offer."I can work as a double spy for you and Giovanni," she'd said."I'll feed him false information while keeping you informed."Her expression was somber. "I have something to tell you, Rhys," she'd said."About Giovanni?" I prompted.Talia nodded. "And my involvement," she saidI gestured for her to continue."It all started months ago," Talia began. "Giovanni approached me, charming and persuasive, He promised me wealth, status, and power.""And you believed him?" I asked.Talia's eyes dropped. "I did. I thought he could offer me more than you could, Rhys."More than I could? The words stung."But then I realized..." Talia's voice trailed off."Realized what?" I asked."That I was just a tool," Talia said, her voice barely above a whisper."
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Rhys POVI pulled into the driveway, exhausted from the trip.Finally home, finally, I'll be able to make things right with Mara.But as I entered the house, a sense of unease crept in within me."Mara?" I called out. But there was no answer, I frowned.Where was she? Where could she be by this time?I searched the house but I couldn't find her.'Maybe she wasn't home, or maybe she must have gone to her friend's place' I thought.But Mara wasn't the type to leave the house without letting anyone know.I checked our bedroom, and there was no sign of Mara and to my greatest shock, Her luggage was gone.A shiver ran down my spine. "Mara?" I called again, louder this time.But only silence replied. Panic set in.No! She wouldn't leave, Not like this, Not without talking to me.Fear gripped my heart. Where was she? Was she safe? Where could she be? The orphanage?The questions consumed my mind. I grabbed my phone and dialed Mara's number.Voicemail, Again, And again. I was so scared that p
