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He chose Sofia over me

Author: Author Alice
last update Last Updated: 2025-01-26 15:23:35

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(RENNA'S POV)

My eyes fluttered open, and I inhaled sharply as the overwhelming scent of antiseptic and faint pine filled my nose. The fluorescent lights above burned into my pupils, sending sharp jolts of pain to my already pounding head. I groaned, my wolf stirring uneasily within me.

I tried to sit up, but a sharp pain in my side stopped me cold. As an agonizing pain shot through my waist, a strangled cry escaped my lips, and I collapsed back onto the pillow. The sensation wasn’t just physical—it was the dull, aching absence of the bond I usually felt with Nicholas, my mate.

Moments later, through blurry vision, I saw Ashley dart to my side, her hazel eyes wide with concern and brimming with relief. “Luna! Thank the Moon Goddess you’re awake! Are you okay?”, She whispered.

"Ash...ley?" My voice was hoarse, barely a whisper, and even saying her name felt like a battle.

"Shh, don’t try to talk,"she said gently, her Beta aura calming my wolf. She placed a hand on mine. H
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