Vahn POV"What? Borrow money from her and write an IOU? Not a chance!" I couldn't believe my ears when Rosie suggested I ask Cecilia for money to fund the wedding. "How much is this wedding going to cost? Let me see."Mindy handed me the account book.The figures were indeed extravagant, but considering Freeda is the only Alpha Female in the country, I figured she probably deserved such a wedding. "It's only 20 million. We'll cover it ourselves," I said, tossing the book onto the desk."Where are we supposed to find that kind of money?" Mindy complained. "I reviewed this year's profits, and we don't even have 2 million.""Isn't Cecilia managing the family farm? How can there be so little money? Has she been squandering it all?" I asked, astonished."She hasn't spent a dime of our money. You went off to battle as soon as you became Alpha, so you don't know our actual financial situation. In fact, we had no savings even before Cecilia moved in," Rosie defended Cecilia."So where d
Cecilia POVPearly and I were having dinner when Rosie's screams shattered the evening's calm. Her cries pierced the quiet, relentless and echoing through the manor."Don't feel sorry for her!" Pearly said, cutting into her grilled fish with determination. "She deserves it! They've all taken your hard work for granted this past year. Now, let's see how they manage without you."Since my return from the palace, I had stopped overseeing the meals at the manor. Pearly had hired a chef for us, and we enjoyed our dinners on the balcony of my room.But as night deepened, Rosie's unending screams made sleep impossible. Frustrated, I got out of bed, retrieved the handgun my father had left me, fitted it with a silencer, and slipped out the window.In the small woods outside the manor, I found a secluded spot to practice my shooting.Regular bullets wouldn't harm werewolves; even a shot to the heart would heal almost instantly. But a wolfsbane bullet was a different story—those wounds too
Vahn POVAfter leaving Cecilia's room, Rosie directed us to the study for a discussion."Vahn, do you know how much wealth Cecilia possesses?" Rosie asked me."How would I know? I wasn't with her for her money," I replied with disdain. As a man and an Alpha, the idea of claiming Cecilia's—or any woman's—wealth never crossed my mind."She owns a hospital in our pack, over 20 hotels, and more than a hundred chain restaurants worldwide. These are just the assets we know of. As for her hidden wealth, I've already had someone investigate. We should have the report by tomorrow.""We just need her to bring Dr. Pearce to us. Why do we need to look into her assets?" I questioned, finding Rosie's actions somewhat excessive."I had her investigated the moment you and Freeda returned. After all, no woman would tolerate her husband being with someone else," Rosie said, glancing at Freeda before adding, "Freeda, I'm not blaming you. I genuinely like you."Freeda nodded. "I understand. I don't
Cecilia POVAfter Vahn, Rosie, and Freeda left my room, I immediately locked the door. I opened my laptop and began reviewing the assets my father had left me. Beyond the 20 hotels and over a hundred restaurants, Rosie and her family likely didn't know the full extent of my father's wealth. In fact, he had also invested in several pharmaceutical and tech companies.When my father and brothers passed away, my mother, Aria, quickly stepped down from her position as Luna. My father's brother, Norman Shore, took over as Alpha of the Lotus Pack. When my father was still alive, my mother loved dressing up and wore a different dress every day. But after the deaths of my father and brothers, she adopted a simpler lifestyle. Every morning and evening, she would pray for their souls. She never touched a single cent from my father's inheritance, giving everything to me.Sometimes, I wondered if my mother might have taken her own life to be with my father if it weren't for me being alive."C
Cecilia POVI walked into the reception room with Pearly trailing behind.Vahn, Freeda, and Rosie were seated around an oval conference table, and next to Rosie was a middle-aged man in a suit."Just say what you need to say," I said, glancing at them before taking a seat across from them, with Pearly by my side."This is Mr. Logan Pierre," Vahn said. "After I reject you, Logan will handle the asset division."Logan adjusted his gold-rimmed glasses and nodded, giving me a professional but insincere smile.At first, I thought Vahn's threats were just a tactic to intimidate me. I didn't expect him to have already secured a lawyer. From Rosie's demeanor, it was clear she was orchestrating this. After all, Vahn was a warrior, not accustomed to such scheming."I am the Luna of the Thorn Pack. Even if you reject me, you must first inform the pack leaders and hold a formal rejection ceremony in front of all the pack members," I said, holding my head high."There's no need for that," Ro
Julian POVFor the past few days, we had been busy negotiating with the envoy sent by the Western Rogue King. After finalizing the ceasefire agreement that morning, my father, Hogan, finally had some time to relax.After lunch, Hogan suggested we play a game of polo. However, considering Cecilia was still waiting for us at the Thorn Pack, I suggested we first help her sever her mate bond with Vahn.Ben nodded in agreement. "Cecilia has been waiting for almost a week without any response from us. It's best to assist her as soon as possible.""I almost forgot about it," Hogan said. "Ben, please prepare the helicopter.""I'll join you as well. I'd like to discuss some details about Vahn's actions on the northwest battlefield," I added, finding an excuse though my true intention was to see Cecilia.An hour later, we arrived at the Thorn Pack. A maid in the garden saw us and, in her panic, dropped her watering can before bowing deeply."Please inform Vahn and Cecilia that the Alpha K
Julian POV"You guys can talk. I'll head out first," Cecilia said, giving me a quick look before walking away.I nodded and invited Vahn into my room, closing the door behind us."If you have any questions, just ask.""I'd like to know more about you and Freeda's battle in Ashfall.""Didn't we file a report on that? It clearly states that Ashfall was overrun by Rogues. I led a team of thirty as the vanguard, infiltrating the city to destroy their arsenal. We were surrounded and engaged in a tough fight. Luckily, Freeda arrived with a support team of a hundred and captured over a dozen Rogues, including their leader. This forced over five hundred Rogues to retreat from Ashfall. To secure the captives, the Rogue King proposed a ceasefire three days later." Vahn recounted this with the ease of someone who had told the story many times."I know the basics, but how did Freeda manage to capture the enemy commander? They outnumbered her," I pressed."Are you doubting Freeda's abilities?
Cecilia POV"Does he often treat you like this?" Julian asked as he walked with me back to my room."Not often, but it's not the first time," I replied.Noticing the murderous look on Julian's face, I quickly added, "I'm fine. It's just childish behavior. He's the one who should be embarrassed, not me.""If anyone bullies you again in the future, just let me know," he offered."Do I look like a pushover? Didn't you hear Rosie calling me sly and malicious this afternoon?" I blinked at him playfully.Julian smiled at that."That glass of wine will have to wait until tomorrow," I said as I opened the door to my room."The wine here isn't the best. Once you're no longer the Luna of the Thorn Pack, I'll take you to taste the finest wine you've ever had," Julian promised.After wishing Julian goodnight, I lay down in bed, feeling a sense of satisfaction as I awaited the arrival of the next morning.The following day, Pearly accompanied me to the square where Vahn was already waitin