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I'LL BE WAITING

Author: Ifeoma Abah
last update Last Updated: 2025-02-07 06:49:26

CHAPTER 11: I'LL BE WAITING

EVERLY:

“You are the little miss who thinks she can take my place?” she said smoothly as we faced each other.

I assessed her with suspicious eyes, “It depends on what you mean, Seraphina.”

Her lips curved into a smile that didn’t reach her eyes. “I am the strongest female warrior in the Crescent Moon Pack. Haven't you heard about me?”

“No, I haven't.’ I said, shaking my head.

“Well, I'm here to inform you that I deserve a place beside Alpha Kaelan as his Luna and not some weak creature like you who has nothing to offer.”

I felt a flush of embarrassment as I lowered my eyes.

“You’re ashamed, aren’t you?” she taunted, stepping closer. “You know deep down you’ll never be enough for him. He was probably bored while I was away and you think you can step into my shoes? How pathetic.”

I didn't say a word because I was embarrassed. Kaelan never told me that he had a girlfriend.

Seeing that I didn't respond, she continued. “You’re nothing but a placeholder for the
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