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Chapter 61: Tortured

Author: Judith GW
last update Last Updated: 2024-07-27 20:11:35

Ivy's POV

Even though I’d never even imagined becoming Spencer’s Luna, the Lycan Queen’s rejection still stings.

Only since my father’s death have I truly realized just how much malice exists in the world. Once, I’d been my father’s pride and joy, the crown jewel of my pack–cherished and pampered and adored from such a young age.

But now, there’s no one on my side.

I have to face these challenges alone.

The maid’s whip lands on the already-bleeding wounds, causing me to gasp sharply again. Thinking about Spencer makes me feel a bit better, though. Even just imagining him is something of a comfort.

I fight the urge to scream at the queen. I won’t give her the satisfaction.

“I never thought I could… become Spencer’s Luna…” The gaps between my words are interspersed with sharp hisses. “But I am his mate. The choice of who his Luna is should be made by Spencer himself…”

The queen narrows her eyes at me in anger, and I feel proud of my small rebellion. No doubt she had hoped to see m
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