Chapter 80The sound of festive music drifted softly, filling the starlit night air. Small lanterns hung all around the open field, creating a golden glow that added to the warm and intimate atmosphere. Pack members laughed and rejoiced, celebrating the annual festival they always looked forward to. Luke stood in the center of the crowd, smiling faintly at his comrades, but inside his heart was a feeling that was hard to explain: an unfilled void.This night should be full of happiness, but Luke feels something different, something he never expected. His emotions began to fray, and he couldn't understand what was making his chest feel tight.An unfamiliar sensation suddenly slipped into his heart. That bond. A mate bond, but strangely, it was not with Rebecca, the woman he had always thought was his destined mate. Her heart rate increased, and cold sweat began to break out on the nape of her neck. In his heart, he knew something had changed. Slowly, his eyes swept the crowd, searching
The night was festive, as the evening breeze rustled gently through the hearing trees of the Winterblood forest. The cold air gently brushed the face of Luke, the Alpha, who stood still at the edge of the forest. His eyes were glued to the star-filled night sky, but his mind was far away. The outward calmness he displayed was at odds with the storm raging in his heart.By his side, Rebecca stood with a growing sense of unrest. Since the last few hours, her husband had seemed more reserved than usual. His every move, from the way Luke stared at the sky to his cold demeanor, made Rebecca even more curious."What's wrong with you, Alpha? Why have you been so quiet?" Rebecca asked softly but with concern. Her voice was almost a whisper, but still clear under the silent night sky.Luke turned his head, staring at his wife for a moment. He tried to mask his anxiety with a faint smile, but it failed to hide the emptiness in his eyes. "I'm okay. There's nothing for you to worry about, Rebecca
CWindows82That morning, Luke's house was a bit chaotic but full of life. Lucas, in high spirits, was running around the living room getting ready for school. His school bag was already slung over his shoulder, and a cheerful smile graced the little boy's face. On the other hand, he was standing in front of the large mirror in his room, wearing a golden silk robe-a symbol of his authority as Alpha. Although the robe hung perfectly on his shoulders, there was something that him feel not quite ready.Luke stared at his reflection in the mirror, noting his tense face. His hands slowly smoothed the frills on the hem of his robe, but his mind seemed to drift. In the midst of the busyness, Rebecca, Luna who always accompanied him with great care, entered the room. She deftly adjusted the collar of her husband's robe, a gentle smile on her lips."Don't get too tense, Alpha," Rebecca sLuna, a soothing tone, smoothing Luke's robe carefully. "This is juremonial event. You've been to many bigge
Chapter 83The ceremonial event at Alpha Aleardo's palace was truly mesmerizing. Sparkling crystal chandeliers hung majestically from the ceiling, creating an atmosphere of luxury and elegance. The soft light from the chandeliers bounced off the shiny clean marble floors, adding to the sense of grandeur from every corner of the room. Guests conversed in respectful whispers, while the soft sounds of music from the orchestra filled the night air. The scent of fresh flowers from the luxurious arrangements around the palace also perfumed the atmosphere, immersing everyone in the graceful atmosphere.Luke stood in the center of the crowd, neatly dressed in a black suit that made his body look even straighter. However, behind his calm appearance, there was a restlessness that could not be hidden. His mind had been spinning ever since his gaze met Emily's. There was something different, something unfamiliar. There was something different, something unfamiliar, and difficult for him to unders
Chapter 84Iceoicee the grand hall of Winterblood Castle, Rebecca stood with a puzzled expression on her face. Tall, gilded pillars surrounded the room, while large windows revealed a view of the vast expanse of snow outside. The air inside the hall was cold, but not just because of the temperature outside. A tense atmosphere pervaded the room, like a storm about to erupt at any moment.Rebecca looked at Luke and Ken, who were standing a few meters in front of her. The two men looked at each other with an inexplicable gaze, a communication that was deeper than words. A strange premonition crept up on Rebecca. Something was being hidden, but she didn't understand what it was."What does that mean? What's going on?" she asked in a trembling voice, trying to understand what was going on. Her eyes moved from the face of Luke, her husband, to Ken, the man who used to fill her past.Luke remained silent, just staring at Ken with an intensity that was hard to describe. He knew Rebecca would
Chapter 85The reddening twilight in the sky illuminated the vast meadow, where the leaves and grasses swayed gently to the rhythm of the afternoon breeze. The sound of the gentle breeze sounded peaceful, but not to Rebecca. The peace she usually felt in this place vanished instantly when her eyes caught Luke standing with another woman.Rebecca's body instantly froze, and inside her chest, something cracked. That girl was too close to Luke. Rebecca's mind was spinning fast, and she felt as if she was staring at a nightmare come true."Luke..." her voice was barely audible, broken by the emotions she had been holding back for so long. "Is what that girl said true? Is she your fate mate?" she asked, her voice trembling as tears began to stream down her cheeks.Luke looked at her, his face full of awkwardness. It was obvious that he was weighing what to say, as if afraid that his words would hurt Rebecca even more.Before Luke could speak, the woman beside him took a step forward, givin
rounder 86The night atmosphere in Pack Winterblood was eerie. The pitch-black, starless sky made the entire region sink into darkness. The night breeze carried the distinctive scent of the pine forest surrounding the palace, adding to the mysterious feel. Every step on the ground crunched as if the forest was alive and watching every movement.Rebecca stood in front of the gate, a large suitcase beside her, looking at the long path that stretched toward freedom. The decision to leave Pack Winterblood was unanimous. After everything that had happened, Luke had let her down too many times. There were wounds she could no longer heal here.But before Rebecca could take a step, a hard jerk pulled her arm. "Aaaa!" she screamed spontaneously, startled. In an instant, her body was sucked into someone's strong embrace. A familiar body scent instantly filled her senses-but it wasn't Luke's. Rebecca's heart skipped a beat.Lucas, her son who was standing not far away, only smiled faintly. It wa
Chapter 87Luke and the herd from the Winterblood pack began to split up to find Rebecca and Lucas. Now Luke rushed his car through winding roads, and his destination this time was the Blackmoon pack. The night wind that should have felt soothing added to his anxiety.Luke's chest was tight. The sound of the car engine rumbling underfoot seemed unable to mask the chaos raging in his mind. The faces of Rebecca and Lucas continued to haunt him, making his heart heavier."What have I done?" muttered Luke, his eyes staring at the road in front of him. The thought of Emily as his fate mate kept hitting his consciousness like an unrelenting hammer. "Why does it have to be Emily?"He knew that his destiny with Rebecca had been blurring ever since the meeting with Emily. And now, Rebecca disappeared with Lucas. "Ken must have taken her to Blackmoon," Luke thought. It was the only explanation that made sense. Ken knew all about their relationship, and maybe this was an opportunity for Ken to t