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I lay slumped on the couch, staring at the flood of online news about my night with that gigolo werewolf at the lounge.
Michael pulled every string he could, but it was impossible to keep it under wraps.
“Just look at what you’ve done–you’ve disgraced the Wild Pack!” His eyes burned with disappointment as he glared at me.
“Michael, I never intended for this to happen!” I protested, frustration rising in my voice. “I had everything arranged, but who could have predicted Caden would
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Before I could finish, Michael cut me off sharply. “Unbelievable! The esteemed Ms. Wendy of the Wild Pack, sank to such disgraceful tactics. Do you really think Grandpa won’t exile you once he finds out?”
“What else can I do?” Panic surged through me as I pleaded in desperation. “Michael, I love Caden with all my heart! I know he’s the one I’m meant to be with–I can’t lose him!”
Michael studied me with a deep frown before letting out a weary sigh.
“This is all because of that wretched Rosaline!” Just thinking about that night–Caden being drugged and repeatedly calling her name–made my blood boil.
If not for that shameless Omega, Rosaline, luring him in, Caden would have been mine by now!
“Wendy, why does it have to be Caden?” Michael asked, sitting next to me as he gently patted my head. “There are plenty of outstanding werewolves in the pack, some of whom—”
“I only love Caden!” I cut him off, clutching his arm tightly. “Michael, please, I need your help!”
Michael’s POV:
“I can’t do anything.”
I let out a sigh as I glanced at my sister, completely consumed by her feelings. “Trust me, the Moon Goddess will lead you to your true mate. Get some rest
With that, I stood up and walked away.
Something about this whole situation felt off.
That night, reporters had caught Wendy and the gigolo werewolf together in the lounge.
I had already warned those reporters that with the Wild Pack’s influence, none of them should dare to write nonsense again.
Yet now, the internet was overflowing with scandals about my sister, and the topic had even become a trending topic.
If not for the unexpected earthquake in Yerkshire shifting the public’s attention, the uproar would have lasted even longer.
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There was no doubt–someone was pulling the strings behind the scenes.
Who could it be?
Could it be Caden?
Was he furious that my sister had drugged and trapped him, so he wanted to ruin her completely?
For the sake of the Wild Pack’s reputation–and for my sister–I decided to confront Caden.
After leaving Wendy, I headed straight for Eclipse Group.
The werewolf receptionist recognized me immediately and allowed me to pass without question.
I took the elevator to the top floor, stopping in front of the CEO’s office.
After adjusting my clothes, I knocked on the door.
“Come in!” Caden’s crisp voice rang out.
I pushed the door open and walked in.
Caden’s POV:
As the heir of the Wild Pack stepped inside, I was focused on my computer screen, coordinating relief efforts for Yerkshire.
Since Rosaline refused to let me intervene, I had to find another way.
Hearing the door open, I glanced up and was slightly taken aback to see Michael. “It’s you?” I said, eyebrows raising in surprise.
“Mr. Holbrook, I need a moment of your time,” Michael said, striding directly toward me.
I frowned slightly. “What is it?”
Without hesitation, Michael got straight to the point. “I’m here to apologize on Wendy’s behalf for what she did.”
“I have no interest in revisiting this incident,” I replied icily. “Wendy has already faced the consequences of her actions. Make sure she learns from this–because I won’t tolerate a next time.”
“As Wendy’s brother, I take responsibility. I’ve indulged her too much,” Michael admitted. “But Mr. Holbrook, you nearly destroyed Wendy’s reputation. Now, the internet is flooded with gossip about her, and it’s seriously affecting her.”
I arched an eyebrow. “What, do you think I’m the one behind the rumors?”
“You’re saying it wasn’t you?” Michael stepped closer, locking eyes with me.
A cold smirk crossed my lips. “It wasn’t me.”
All I did was have Yale Lynch arrange a werewolf for Wendy–whatever happened after that had nothing to do with me. There was no reason to lie to Michael.
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“Then who else could be responsible?” Michael asked,
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“Then who else could be responsible?” Michael asked, s brows knitting together.
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I lay slumped on the couch, staring at the flood of online news about my night with that gigolo werewolf at the lounge.
Michael pulled every string he could, but it was impossible to keep it under wraps.
“Just look at what you’ve done–you’ve disgraced the Wild Pack!” His eyes burned with disappointment as he glared at me.
“Michael, I never intended for this to happen!” I protested, frustration rising in my voice. “I had everything arranged, but who could have predicted Caden would …”
Before I could finish, Michael cut me off sharply. “Unbelievable! The esteemed Ms. Wendy of the Wild Pack, sank to such disgraceful tactics. Do you really think Grandpa won’t exile you once he finds out?”
“What else can I do?” Panic surged through me as I pleaded in desperation. “Michael, I love Caden with all my heart! I know he’s the one I’m meant to be with–I can’t lose him!”
Michael studied me with a deep frown before letting out a weary sigh.
“This is all because of that wretched Rosaline!” Just thinking about that night–Caden being drugged and repeatedly calling her name–made my blood boil.
If not for that shameless Omega, Rosaline, luring him in, Caden would have been mine by now!
endy, why does it have to be Caden?” Michael asked, sitting next to me as he gently patted my h
“There are plenty of outstanding werewolves in the pack, some of whom-”
“I only love Caden!” I cut him off, clutching his arm tightly. “Michael, please, I need your help!”
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“I can’t do anything.”
I let out a sigh as I glanced at my sister, completely consumed by her feelings. “Trust me, the Moon Goddess will lead you to your true mate. Get some rest.”
With that, I stood up and walked away.
Something about this whole situation felt off.
That night, reporters had caught Wendy and the gigolo werewolf together in the lounge.
I had already warned those reporters that with the Wild Pack’s influence, none of them should dare to write nonsense again.
Yet now, the internet was overflowing with scandals about my sister, and the topic had even become a trending topic.
If not for the unexpected earthquake in Yerkshire shifting the public’s attention, the uproar would have lasted even longer.
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Who could it be?
Could it be Caden?
Was he furious that my sister had drugged and trapped him, so he wanted to ruin her completely?
For the sake of the Wild Pack’s reputation–and for my sister–I decided to confront Caden.
After leaving Wendy, I headed straight for Eclipse Group.
The werewolf receptionist recognized me immediately and allowed me to pass without question.
I took the elevator to the top floor, stopping in front of the CEO’s office.
After adjusting my clothes, I knocked on the door.
“Come in!” Caden’s crisp voice rang out.
I pushed the door open and walked in.
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As the heir of the Wild Pack stepped inside, I was focused on my computer screen, coordinating relief
efforts for Yerkshire.
Since Rosaline refused to let me intervene, I had to find another way.
Hearing the door open, I glanced up and was slightly taken aback to see Michael. “It’s you?” I said, eyebrows raising in surprise.
“Mr. Holbrook, I need a moment of your time,” Michael said, striding directly toward me.
I frowned slightly. “What is it?”
Without hesitation, Michael got straight to the point. “I’m here to apologize on Wendy’s behalf for what she did.”
“I have no interest in revisiting this incident,” I replied icily. “Wendy has already faced the consequences of her actions. Make sure she learns from this–because I won’t tolerate a next time.”
“As Wendy’s brother, I take responsibility. I’ve indulged her too much,” Michael admitted. “But Mr. Holbrook, you nearly destroyed Wendy’s reputation. Now, the internet is flooded with gossip about her, and it’s seriously affecting her.”
I arched an eyebrow. “What, do you think I’m the one behind the rumors?”
“You’re saying it wasn’t you?” Michael stepped closer, locking eyes with me.
A cold smirk crossed my lips. “It wasn’t me.”
All I did was have Yale Lynch arrange a werewolf for Wendy–whatever happened after that had nothing to do with me. There was no reason to lie to Michael.
“Then who else could be responsible?” Michael asked, his brows knitting together.
Michael’s POV:
I knew Caden Holbrook well–he was a man of his word and never made light of his words.
If he denied being responsible, then there was no question that he was telling the truth.
That meant someone else had to be pulling the strings from the shadows.
But who?
Was it an enemy of the Wild Pack, or had Wendy provoked the wrong person?
For now, I couldn’t piece it together.
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“I’ve said all I need to. I have a meeting shortly–do you have anything else?” Caden spoke calmly, making it clear he was done with the conversation.
I kept a serious expression and replied, “Apologies for the interruption.”
Back at the Wild Pack, the moment I stepped into the study, Wendy was right behind me.
“Michael, did you go see Caden? Why didn’t you take me with you? What did he say?” she asked urgently, gripping my arm in frustration.
“Wendy, have you made any enemies?” I asked, deep in thought.
She frowned in confusion. “Huh?”
“Caden denied having anything to do with leaking what happened that night,” I said in a low voice.
Her face lit up instantly. “Really? So that means he still cares about me, maybe even likes me a little, right?”
I was at a loss for words–Wendy was completely infatuated with Caden.
“Wendy, snap out of it! If he had even the slightest feelings for you, he wouldn’t have set you up with that gigolo werewolf,” I said sharply, rising to my feet. “What you should be focusing on now is whether you’ve crossed someone–and if they’re the one who exposed that night’s events online!”
“I haven’t!” Wendy shook her head, looking completely bewildered. “Who would I have offended? The worst it could be is someone envious of me.”
“I’ll have someone look into it,” I said, waving dismissively. “Go back to your room and get some rest.”
“I don’t want to rest–I want to see Caden!” Wendy clung to my arm, desperation in her voice. “Michael, take me to him!”
“You’re still this stubborn?” I yanked my arm free, my patience wearing thin. “Get out!” I said with an icy
tone.
Wendy’s POV:
Seeing Michael lose his temper, I had no choice but to release his arm and storm out of the study in frustration.
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Hmph! If Michael wouldn’t take me to Caden, then I’d just go on my own!
Without hesitation, I called Lilian, and together we drove straight to the entrance of Eclipse Group.
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“Wendy, you’re in the spotlight right now. Maybe you should lay low for a bit and wait until things settle before approaching Mr. Holbrook,” Lilian suggested cautiously.
I shot her a glare. “You’ve got some nerve to say that! If you hadn’t tipped off the reporters, I wouldn’t be dealing with this humiliation in the first place!”
“I’m sorry, Wendy! I had no idea Mr. Holbrook would suddenly leave and bring in a gigolo,” Lilian kept apologizing.
“Just stay here and wait for me!” I said, exasperated.
I stepped out of the car and marched straight into Eclipse Group, only to be stopped by the receptionist.
“I’m here to see Caden,” I said, standing tall with confidence.
The werewolf receptionist offered a polite smile. “Apologies, Ms. Crawford, but Mr. Holbrook just left.”
“Where did he go?” I asked.
The werewolf receptionist responded, “It looks like he headed to the hospital.”
The hospital?
I froze for a moment.
Is he going to see Heidi?
With no other choice, I returned to the car.
“Why do you think Caden went to the hospital? Wasn’t the Alpha of the Eclipse Pack already discharged?” I turned to Lilian, seeking an answer.
“If Mr. Richard has already left, then Mr. Holbrook is probably there to see Heidi,” Lilian replied after a brief
pause.
I nodded, finding her reasoning plausible.
“Let’s go take a look.”
The idea of Caden visiting another woman sent a surge of jealousy burning through me.
When we arrived at the hospital, Lilian quickly asked about Heidi’s room number, and without wasting any time, we took the elevator straight to her ward.
The door was slightly open, and through the narrow gap, I caught a glimpse of Caden standing inside.
Caden’s POV:
“Tessa, how are you feeling?” I asked blankly, my gaze falling on Heidi as she lay in the hospital bed.
In the middle of a meeting, I received a call from the doctor informing me that her condition had taken a turn for the worse.
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She had once saved my life as a child–I couldn’t just ignore her suffering,
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The doctor assured me they had managed to stabilize her before, but this morning, she suddenly started coughing up blood and lost consciousness. Now, the hospital was doing everything they could to keep her alive.
“She regained consciousness briefly earlier and kept calling for you, Mr. Holbrook. Would you like to come see her?” the doctor asked carefully over the phone.
Remembering Rosaline’s request, I gave a slight nod. “Alright, I’ll be there soon.”
Ending the call, I wrapped up my meeting and hurried to the hospital, where the doctors were still working to stabilize Heidi.
After waiting outside the operating room for a while, I finally saw several werewolf nurses pushing her out on a stretcher.
I stepped forward and turned to the werewolf doctor in the white coat trailing behind. “How is Heidi?”
The doctor responded respectfully, “Thanks to prompt intervention, she’s no longer in critical condition.”
My expression darkened. “What caused her sudden decline?”
A flicker of hesitation crossed the doctor’s eyes before he explained, “Ms. Tessford’s advanced–stage stomach cancer makes her condition unpredictable. Fluctuations like this aren’t unusual.”
I nodded, deep in thought, then followed the nurses as they wheeled Heidi back to her room.
I gazed at Heidi in silence for a moment before turning to leave.
Just then, her weak voice called out, “Caden, you came to see me? I thought I’d never see you again.”
Her face was ghostly pale, and as she looked at me, the admiration in her eyes was unmistakable.
Heidi’s POV:
Caden hadn’t visited me in days.
Whenever I called, he always said he was busy.
Left with no other choice, I faked a relapse just to get him to come.
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He still cares about me–otherwise, why would he rush to the hospital the moment he heard my condition had worsened?
Besides, I’d heard that Rosaline had gone to Yerkshire recently.
Caden hadn’t gone with her–so they really must have had a falling out.
“The doctor said you’ve been improving. Just focus on resting.” A faint smile played on Caden’s lips.
I forced a smile of my own. “Caden, I’m so happy you came to see me.”
But he gently pulled his hand away, his voice lacking warmth. “I have things to take care of, Tessa. I’ll come visit you in a few days.”
Seeing how eager he was to leave, I instinctively reached for his arm, my voice laced with hope. “Caden, can you stay just a little longer?”
Caden hesitated when he saw my weary face, letting out a quiet sigh before staying put.
Hmph, now that Rosaline was out of the picture, I finally had a chance to get closer to him.
Just then, the door swung open, and Wendy walked into the room. She looked straight at Caden and said, “So this is where you’ve been! I just went to your office looking for you, but you weren’t there.”
Caden turned at the sound of her voice, his expression instantly darkening.
“What is it?” Caden asked, his brows knitting together.
“Can we speak outside?” Wendy shot a jealous glance at me as I lay on the hospital bed.
Caden hesitated briefly before giving a nod and following Wendy out of the room.
I stared in shock as they disappeared through the door, and a searing hatred ignited within me.
Who the hell is Wendy? How dare she come to snatch Caden from me?
Caden has absolutely no feelings for her. She’s completely delusional, setting herself up for humili
No matter what happens, Caden will be mine in the end–only mine!
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“I came to apologize today, Caden.” I quickened my pace to keep up with him and spoke carefully.
n!
But he didn’t spare me so much as a glance. Without a word, he strode straight to the hospital entrance, got
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Watching his limited–edition Rolls–Royce disappear into the distance, I clenched my fists, frustration boiling over.
I turned to Lilian, fuming. “What is that supposed to mean? Why won’t he even talk to me?”
Lilian hesitated before speaking carefully. “Maybe Caden is still upset with you?”
I clenched my jaw. “But I already apologized.”
I had thought an apology would help me mend things with him, and bring us closer again.
But I never expected that the heir of the Eclipse Pack would brush me off so completely.
Caden even went out of his way to the hospital to visit Heidi, that wretched woman.
And yet, as esteemed Ms. Wendy of the Wild Pack, what do I lack compared to Heidi–a former bar singer of no status?
“Wendy, don’t be upset. Let’s figure out another approach.” Lilian tried to calm me down when she saw my furious expression.
“And what exactly would that be?” I snapped, my patience wearing thin.
I’ve already resorted to something as low as drugging–what else is left for me to do?
“Honestly, I don’t see anything remarkable about Heidi. All she does is act pitiful,” Lilian scoffed. “Think about it–she stirred up drama by crying, making a scene, and even threatening to jump off a building. She pulled the same tricks to steal Caden away from Rosaline.”
“What are you getting at?” I murmured, mulling over her words.
“If you suffer an injury because of Caden, he’s bound to feel guilty and start caring about you again.”
Lilian’s POV:
I suggested the plan with a straight face, but deep down, I was laughing.
It was obvious to me that Caden had no real feelings for Wendy.
Even if she tried to pull the same tricks as Heidi, pretending to be weak and vulnerable, he likely wouldn’t spare her a second look.
But I still wanted to see her suffer.
Because, in the end, I envied Wendy more than anything.
Wendy had simply been fortunate enough to be born into a powerful and influential pack.
She was coddled, indulged, and completely incompetent!
Meanwhile, I had to humble myself, catering to her every whim, bending over backward to stay in her good graces–all for the sake of maintaining ties with Wild Pack.
And yet, to Wendy, I was nothing more than an afterthought.
She ordered me around like a servant, pinned every mistake on me, and even plotted to drive Rosaline
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away from Caden–just so she could push Jasper and Rosaline together.
But Jasper was the man I had secretly loved for years.
There was no way I would sit back and let Wendy use him like a pawn in her game.
So, I pulled the strings from the shadows.
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The entire setup–the encounter between Wendy and that gigolo werewolf in the lounge–was my doing. I was the one who leaked it to the media, making sure the scandal spread like wildfire.
But I was extremely cautious. I knew just how influential the Wild Pack was, and if they ever traced it back to me, I’d be in danger.
“If I stage a suicide attempt, do you think it’ll work?” Wendy, blinded by her fury, actually found my suggestion reasonable.
I pressed my lips together, feigning concern. “It might work, but it’s way too risky. Wendy, you really shouldn’t go through with this.”
“As long as it means I can have him, the risk doesn’t matter,” she said, a determined glint in her eyes.
Watching my plan unfold perfectly, I couldn’t help but smirk inwardly, thrilled by my success.
Pretending to take her own life?
That would only push Caden further away from her.
So what if Wendy was born into privilege?
In the end, she was nothing more than a pawn in my game!
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Michael’s POV:
After wrapping up business matters, I made my way back to Wild Pack’s villa.
As dinner time arrived, Wendy was still nowhere to be seen.
Grandpa gave the butler a firm instruction, “Go upstairs and tell Wendy to come down for dinner.”
“Understood, sir,” the butler responded politely before heading upstairs.
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Not long after, he returned with a concerned expression and reported, “Ms. Wendy’s door is locked from the inside. I knocked multiple times, but she didn’t answer. I’m not sure if she’s asleep.”
“It’s already so late–she shouldn’t still be asleep.” I massaged my temples, an inexplicable sense of unease creeping over me.
Since the night of the Wild Pack’s 50th–anniversary gala, Wendy had been dispirited and listless.
Today, I heard she had gone to see Caden on her own, and when she returned, she looked like she’d been left out in the cold.
It was obvious that Caden was the reason behind this.
I could already picture how indifferent he must have been toward Wendy.
Yet, that foolish girl still insisted on clinging to him.
Growing uneasy, I got up and made my way to Wendy’s room on the second floor.
“Wendy, what are you doing? Open the door!” I called out, knocking firmly against the door.
The room stayed eerily quiet, without a single reply.
A growing sense of dread crept over me, and I hurried to find the key, only to realize the door was bolted from within.
Panic surged through me. Without hesitation, I shifted into my wolf form and used my claws to rip the door
apart.
“Wendy! Wendy!” I called out as I reverted to my human form, only to discover that the room was empty.
Wendy was missing?
That didn’t make sense!
The butler had personally seen her enter the room, and she hadn’t left since. The door was locked from the inside, so there was no way she could have disappeared.
“Wendy! Where are you?” I called out, my voice echoing through the empty space as I frantically searched every corner of the room.
Then, my eyes landed on the bathroom door–it was shut tight. Without hesitation, I grabbed the handle and yanked it open.
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The scene before me sent a chill down my spine.
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Wendy lay motionless in the bathtub, her right arm draped over the edge, a deep crimson gash running across her wrist. Blood seeped steadily from the wound, turning the clear water into a ghastly shade of red.
A fruit knife lay discarded on the floor, its blade glistening with fresh blood–a chilling testament to what had just transpired.
“Wendy! What are you doing?” I rushed forward, panic gripping me as I pressed down on her wound, desperately trying to stop the bleeding.
Wendy’s eyes fluttered open, her face as pale as a ghost. In a barely audible voice, she murmured, “Michael, I’d give my life for Caden.”
My chest tightened painfully. “Why would you do something so reckless?!” I choked out, my heart aching at the sight of her.
I had always known how deeply Wendy loved Caden–but no matter how much she gave, he would never return those feelings.
Loving someone who will never love you back is a cruel kind of pain.
But I never imagined Wendy would go this far–taking her own life for Caden!
Panicked, I pulled her into my arms. “Wendy, stay with me! I’m taking you to the hospital!”
With great effort, she forced out one last plea. “Michael … tell Caden … I love him more than my life.” Then, her eyes fluttered shut, and she went completely still.
“Wendy! No, stay with me!” I shouted, my heart pounding as I lifted her and rushed down the stairs.
The butler quickly wrapped Wendy’s wound, trying to stop the bleeding before it got worse.
Without wasting a second, I sped to the hospital, carrying her straight into the emergency room.
After a thorough examination, the werewolf doctor’s face turned grim. “Ms. Crawford has lost a significant amount of blood–her condition is critical.”
Hearing that, rage and desperation surged through me. I seized the doctor by the collar, my eyes burning with fury. “I don’t care what it takes–just save her!”
“Understood, Mr. Crawford!” the werewolf doctor responded anxiously.
As I stood there watching Wendy receive emergency treatment, a heavy pain settled in my chest.
She wouldn’t be in this state if not for Caden.
If he had shown her just a little more kindness, she never would have gone to such extremes.
After hesitating for a moment, I pulled out my phone and called Caden.
Caden’s voice was icy over the phone. “Michael, why are you calling me?”
Taking a deep breath, I stated bluntly, “Wendy attempted suicide because of you.”
For a moment. there was only silence from his end.
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I forced myself to stay composed, pushing down my frustration. “She’s in the hospital undergoing emergency treatment. You should come see her.”
“I don’t have time for this,” Caden replied coolly.
His ruthless response made my chest tighten with disappointment.
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I kept my tone steady. “Wendy ended up like this because of you. Would it really hurt to show up and offer a little comfort?”
“I wasn’t the one who made her do this,” Caden replied icily before cutting the call.
The moment I heard the disconnected tone, my grip on the phone tightened, my fingers clenching around it little by little.
I knew Caden had no feelings for Wendy, but after she nearly took her own life for him, did the heir of the Eclipse Pack truly have not a shred of compassion?
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I sat outside the emergency room, my gaze fixed on the door. I couldn’t tear my eyes away.
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Wendy’s bloodied body, collapsed in the bathtub, haunted my mind. Each image sliced through me like a
blade,
Moon Goddess, don’t take her from me.
I muttered the prayer, my heart clenching in fear.
When our mother passed, she held my hand with her last breath. Her voice, weak and trembling, whispered, “Michael, you have to look after your sister after I’m gone.”
I was only 15. Wendy was just a child, barely seven or eight.
“Don’t worry, Mom. I’ll take care of Wendy. I won’t let anything happen to her.” Tears filled my eyes as I made the promise.
I had sworn to protect Wendy, and I’d kept that vow.
No matter what she asked, I gave it to her. I may have spoiled her a little, let her become a bit too indulged.
But I never imagined it would come to this. I never thought Wendy would try to take her own life because of Caden.
A storm of guilt and anger churned inside me, mixing together, impossible to ignore.
“Grandpa, do you think Wendy’s going to be okay?” My voice cracked as I looked up, eyes swollen and -bloodshot.
His face was etched with worry. As Alpha of the Wild Pack, he knew the rumors swirling about Wendy and the gigolo werewolves.
Now, with her suicide attempt, if the press caught wind of it, the town would explode with scandal.
He sighed, heavy with resignation. “Let’s hope she pulls through.”
Just then, the emergency room lights flickered off.
A werewolf doctor emerged, pushing Wendy on a stretcher.
“How is she? Is she okay?” I rushed toward them, my chest tight with anxiety.
The doctor adjusted his gold–rimmed glasses, a look of relief on his face. “She’s stable now. We got to her in time. There shouldn’t be any lasting damage.”
I exhaled, the breath I hadn’t realized I was holding escaping me.
I looked down at Wendy’s face, pale and lifeless. Her eyes were shut tight, her skin almost ghostly.
A sharp pain twisted in my heart.
How had my once–proud, beautiful sister become a shadow of herself?
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If it weren’t for him, Wendy would have been fine. She wouldn’t be lying here, on the edge of life.
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I stayed by Wendy’s side all night, not moving or blinking. It wasn’t until the first light of dawn that she finally stirred.
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“Michael, what are you doing here?” I blinked, waking to see him sitting by my bed, eyes locked on me.
“Wendy, how are you feeling?” His voice was thick with concern as he saw me open my eyes.
“It hurts.” I winced, the pain still sharp, like a thousand needles piercing my body.
The memories began to return in pieces.
I remembered what had happened. Yesterday, I’d gone to find Caden to apologize, but he hadn’t even looked at me.
Heartbreak, disappointment, and an overwhelming sense of injustice consumed me. I made the choice to cut myself.
Of course, I never truly wanted to die. I only wanted him to care.
As I tried to slit my wrist, my foot slipped. I fell hard into the bathtub. The knife didn’t hesitate. It sliced deep.
The pain was excruciating.
“Wendy, it’s okay. The doctor checked you over. With some rest, you’ll heal,” Michael said softly, his voice full of concern as he watched me.
I scanned the room, my voice barely above a whisper. “Where’s Caden?”
Michael’s face darkened, hesitation creeping into his words. “He’s… busy.”
“Caden didn’t even come to see me?” I asked, disbelief creeping into my voice.
I nearly died for him. Now, badly hurt, he couldn’t even spare a moment to check on me? Not even the slightest worry?
“Why, Michael? Why is he being so heartless?” I couldn’t hold back any longer. Tears streamed down my face.
Had Caden really become so cold? Didn’t he feel anything?
I was willing to die for him, and yet he hadn’t even spared me a glance.
Why? I asked myself.
“Wendy, listen,” Michael said, his voice firm but comforting. He stood and gently patted my shoulder. “Caden’s just caught up in work. He’ll come see you soon.”
“Really?” His certainty sparked a small flicker of hope in my chest.
Michael nodded. “Rest here. I’ve got to get back to the office.”
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And just like that, he turned and walked out of the room.
Michael’s POV:
I had to find Caden. No matter what it took, he had to visit Wendy in the hospital,
I drove straight to Eclipse Group, determined.
As I pulled up, I saw him walking out of the building.
“Caden, can we talk?” I stepped in front of him, blocking his way.
“What’s this about?” Caden asked, his tone flat, showing no emotion.
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“It’s about my sister,” I said, my brow furrowed. “She tried to end her life for you. She barely survived the surgery.”
“She’s fine, then,” Caden replied coldly, his face expressionless, not a shred of concern in his eyes.
“She was wrong, yes, but she’s suffering now. She has paid enough for her wrongdoings. Caden, please, go see her. I’m asking you,” I pleaded, swallowing my pride.
I’d promised Wendy he would visit. I couldn’t break that promise.
Caden paused, his eyes narrowing as he thought it over. Finally, he spoke. “Alright. I’ll go. Just because you’re your pack’s heir. But this is a one–time thing. Don’t expect it to happen again.”
“Thank you!” Relief flooded through me, the weight on my chest lifting.
“I’ll go later,” Caden said, his voice indifferent.
I reached into my car and handed him a bouquet of fire lilies. “Take these to Wendy. She loves them. And if they’re from you, it’ll mean something to her.”
Caden raised an eyebrow, taking the flowers with an unreadable expression.
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Wendy’s POV:
When Gaden stepped into the hospital room, I lay weakly in bed, my thoughts drowning in him.
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I heard the door creak open, and my gaze snapped up. There he was, tall and lean, standing in the doorway like a figure carved from stone.
A rush of joy surged through me.
Ignoring the pain, I pushed myself upright. “Caden, you finally came to see me!”
His eyes dropped to my wrist, and he sighed deeply.
He handed me the fire lilies, his voice sharp and cold. “Don’t do anything foolish again.”
A wave of warmth flooded me. He still cared.
“Caden, thank you! How did you know fire lilies are my favorite?” I asked, gazing at him, my heart swelling.
“Rest up,” Caden replied, his tone flat. “I have things to take care of.” Without another word, he turned and walked out, his back retreating into the hall.
As I watched him go, the warmth in my chest quickly turned to ice.
Caden, I won’t give up on you that easily.
Rosaline’s POV:
Yerkshire, Harford Mountain area.
The helicopter descended slowly. After a long, grueling journey, Yura, the team, and I finally arrived in the Harford Mountain area.
Even though I had steeled myself for this moment, the sight that greeted us still took my breath away.
At the base of the mountain, the village lay in ruins. The roads were clogged with broken wood and shattered buildings. Most of the homes were reduced to rubble. Boulders had fallen from th iff’s above, and the ground was littered with the twisted bodies of livestock and werewolves alike.
The devastation was beyond anything I had imagined. Yura staggered, her body swaying, barely able to stay upright.
I rushed to steady her. “Yura, don’t be scared.”
Yura drew a deep breath, her shoulders trembling slightly as she nodded in silent agreement.
“This should be the place,” I muttered, my voice a whisper as I checked the compass.
The Harford Mountain area stretched out before us, vast and unforgiving. I had already asked Anthony to pinpoint Timothy’s likely location.
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follow.
Yura, exhausted but resolute, kept moving forward beside me.
Behind us, the werewolf bodyguards kept pace silently. Alongside them, the elite rescue team I had personally brought in from the city trailed.
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The earthquake in the Harford Mountain area had hit with unrelenting force. It was one of the most severe tremors in recent memory. Now that we had finally arrived, the devastation was far worse than I had expected.
“Timothy, where are you?” Yura murmured, her voice breaking. “He can’t be hurt… not now.”
“Yura, we’ll find him. We will,” I said, trying to ease her fears.
I understood the urgency. The first shock had passed, but we had no idea when the aftershocks might hit.
Every second that ticked by could cost more lives.
We had to find Timothy.
I was about to take another step when I noticed Yura hadn’t moved. She stood there, staring blankly ahead.
I grabbed her arm, gently pulling her forward. “Come on, let’s go. According to the map, there’s a werewolf village up ahead. Timothy could be there. We need to check.”
Yura snapped out of her daze and quickly followed me.
The village wasn’t far, but the path had been grueling.
“Rosie, Yu, wait up!” Ryan called, finally breaking free from his shock.
We reached the village’s edge, and my heart sank.
Most of the buildings at the entrance had collapsed. Some still smoldered, releasing thick black smoke. It looked like the sky itself had fallen. The ground was a mess of broken stones and debris, with no sign of life.
On the way here, we had passed several elderly villagers and children, all injured by the quake. The rescue team had been working tirelessly to treat them, and thankfully, we had enough medical supplies and bandages.
“Timothy! Timothy!” Yura cried, her voice full of desperation. She couldn’t focus on anythi him.
She couldn’t focus on anything but finding him.
Seeing the destruction around her, she began to search frantically, calling for any sign of life.
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My own chest tightened. A few of the werewolf bodyguards who had accompanied us were already helping the villagers, while the werewolf doctors from the rescue team spread out, attending to the wounded.
“Please, help those children over there. They’re seriously hurt,” I called out to one of the doctors.
Yura was still searching, but it seemed hopeless. My anxiety grew, but I couldn’t ignore the others in need. I quickly spoke to another doctor.
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“Of course, Ms. Sinclair. Saving lives is our duty. We’ll do everything we can, the doctor assured, nodding.
A wave of relief washed over me, but it was brief. I quickly moved to Yura’s side.
“Rosaline,” she asked, her voice barely a whisper, “Where could he be? What if Timothy… Her voice faltered, and fresh tears began to spill down her cheeks.
I placed a hand on her shoulder, trying to steady her. “Aftershocks are still a threat. They’re searching for anyone trapped under the rubble. We can’t panic.”
“How can I not panic?” Yura’s voice quivered with grief. “What if Timothy’s…”
I sighed, deeply.
The truth was, no one could promise we’d find Timothy.
Even if we did, there was no guarantee we’d get to him in time.
After all, Anthony’s tracking range was vast.
Suddenly, the life detector emitted a sharp beep.
“There’s someone down there!” a werewolf bodyguard shouted urgently.
Yura and I rushed toward the noise.
The collapsed building lay before us–wooden beams and bricks scattered in every direction.
Beneath the rubble, the detector signaled a survivor.
“Dig. Now!” I barked, my voice cold and commanding.
Yura’s grip tightened around my arm. “Rosaline, do you think it’s Timothy?”
“I don’t care who it is. As long as it’s life, we can’t stop,” I said, my tone resolute, lips set tight.
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A few werewolf bodyguards and rescue team members immediately began to work. They moved with care, avoiding any additional harm to the person beneath the wreckage.
It wasn’t long before the faint sound of a child’s cry reached our ears.
“It’s a kid,” Yura said, her eyes darkening with disappointment.
The trapped person wasn’t Timothy.
A heavy ache settled in my chest as I saw Yura’s despair.
I understood her pain, but right now, saving a life was the only thing that mattered. Whoever was buried
under that rubble needed to be rescued, regardless of who they were.
I stepped up and placed a hand on Yura’s shoulder, offering what comfort I could. “We’ll find him. I promise.”
I didn’t linger on my words. As others cleared the debris, I jumped in, working with them. The dust and dirt coated me, but I didn’t care. Time was slipping away.
Soon, the rubble began to clear, and a small tuft of hair and twin ponytails emerged from the pile.
“It’s a girl! Get her out, quickly!” I said, my voice tight with relief.
Saving lives–any lives–was all that mattered now. The quake’s devastation meant there were bound to be more casualties, and every person we could save was one less life lost.
The werewolves worked tirelessly, some shifting into their wolf forms, claws tearing through the earth and debris with terrifying precision.
The more rubble we cleared, the clearer the child’s cries grew.
“Mommy, Mommy…”
Her sobs filled the air, and Yura’s sorrow faded into determination. She joined in, helping the others.
“Mommy? It’s a mother and daughter. There’s more under there!” I called, my voice urgent. I began issuing
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Ten minutes later, after a collective effort, we finally shifted the last heavy beam out of the way.
I looked down and saw a she wolf, her head hanging low.
She had clearly transformed before the building collapsed.
In her arms, she held a young werewolf girl, no older than six or seven.
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The mother’s back was a gruesome sight–slashed open, dark red streaks marking where her fur had been torn away.
The little girl seemed better off, though. She had only a few scrapes, but her face was streaked with dirt and tears. The grime mixed with the blood in the air, making her look heartbreakingly vulnerable.
The sight pierced through me.
This brave mother had shielded her child with her own body.
“Mom… Mommy, wake up …” The girl paused when she saw us, her eyes widening. Then she broke down, shaking her mother’s head with frantic hands.
“Someone’s here! Please wake up, Mommy…” she sobbed.
I stepped forward and spoke gently. “Don’t cry, little one.”
The rescue team quickly moved in, carefully shifting the mother wolf’s body, lifting her from the rubble, and placing her on a stretcher.
Yura stood off to the side, her expression tense with worry as she watched the she wolf.
The little girl was moved to a safer area, where a doctor began tending to her minor injuries, applying ointment with gentle hands.
Her voice was hoarse from crying, but she kept her gaze fixed on her mother.
“Please… help my mommy…” she whispered, tears still falling.
Yura stayed near the she wolf, not treating her, but trying to revive her.
Despite the doctor’s efforts, the she wolf remained still, unresponsive, drifting in and out of consciousness.
“I’ll check on her,” I said, my voice steady but tight. “We’ll do everything we can to save her.”
I couldn’t fathom the weight of the stones and beams that had crushed her back during the earthquake.
The chances of survival seemed slim.
I gave the little girl one last comforting look, then nodded to the doctor to stay with her and moved toward the stretcher.
Yura rose slowly, worry etched on her face. I checked the she wolf again. Blood had dried on her limbs, evidence of how long she had been trapped.
“How is she? Have her wounds been treated?” I asked.
Yura sighed. looking briefly at the little girl in the distance. She shook her head. silent.
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Finally, the werewolf doctor spoke up. “This area was hit the hardest. She and the girl were buried for so long. That she’s still alive is a miracle. As for the severe abrasions on her back… we’ve done what we could, but we don’t have the tools for surgery. It’s too late to get her to the city… It’s doubtful she’ll make it.”
The doctor’s words hung in the air, heavy and unanswered.
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Yura and I exchanged a glance, both of us understanding exactly what the doctor meant. A heavy silence hung between us.
Then, just as we were about to give in to despair, the mother wolf stirred. A low, strained growl escaped her throat.
Before us, her form shifted, the transformation pulling her back into her human shape.
But instead of strength, it only revealed how fragile she had become.
She barely lifted her head, and it dropped back down almost immediately. Her hand reached out weakly, her finger brushing mine as she whispered, “You …
”
Yura and I were instantly at her side, crouching down, our eyes filled with concern.
I took her hand gently. “We’re here to help. We came from the mountains to rescue you. Whatever you need, we’re here.”
The she wolf struggled to open her eyes. They flickered briefly toward us before shifting to the young girl nearby. Slowly, her thumb curled weakly around mine, a faint gesture full of meaning.
“Thank… thank you
thank you… she … she …”
Her voice was so quiet, I had to lean in close just to catch the words. Each syllable was broken, but I could feel the desperation beneath them.
Her intentions were clear. She needed us to do something.
“Do you want to see your daughter? We can help with that.”
Yura understood without a word. She stood up, casting a glance in my direction before rushing to the little girl and the doctor who was attending to her. “Come on, sweetie. Your mom’s awake.”
The girl’s face brightened instantly, a spark of hope lighting her up. She took Yura’s hand, her steps quickening, more energized than before.
When the girl finally saw her mother, lying pale and near death on the stretcher, her tears came without warning.
“Mom … What happened to you?”
The she wolf’s lips pulled into the faintest smile. She lifted her hand and gently wiped away the tears from the girl’s face. Her voice, so soft and fragile, was barely a murmur. “Nina … I … I might not be here to see you grow up. You … you need to take care of yourself. Listen to these people … Mommy loves you. I’ll be watching over you, up in the sky…”
She made one last effort to raise her head, her gaze locking with mine. Her lips moved, but no sound came. Still, I understood her message clearly.
“Take care of my daughter. Thank you.”
The she wolf’s hand slid away from her daughter’s face, her fingers trailing off as her eyes closed for the final time. She exhaled softly, and then, silence filled the air.
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The young werewolf girl remained still. She didn’t make a sound, just staring at the lifeless body on the stretcher. Her mother’s death hit her harder than we could imagine, and right after the earthquake too.
Her tears still clung to her cheeks, but unlike before, she didn’t scream. She didn’t speak.
I lowered my head, my chest tight with sorrow and helplessness.
They say blood is thicker than water. But standing here, witnessing this raw moment, I could feel the weight of it. We had just seen a mother’s final act of love, her sacrifice.
Where would this girl go now? Would she end up alone, in a shelter? Or would someone take her in?
For her, I thought, the most precious memories were likely the ones spent with her mother.
I gently took her hand in mine. “Nina,” I whispered softly, “how about I sing you a song?”
That’s when Nina lost it. She wailed, “I want my mommy! I want my mommy!”
I pulled her close, wrapping my arms around her. “Shh, it’s okay,” I murmured, trying to soothe her. “Your mom will always be with you. She’s with the Moon Goddess now, watching over you.”
The rescue team moved in to handle the mother’s body. Yura stood back, watching as the stretcher was covered with a white cloth. She quickly wiped a tear from her eye and turned away.
Yura grabbed some bread and water, walking over to Nina. She handed the water to the girl. “Hey, little one, are you hungry? Have some bread.”
Nina blinked at the food before numbly taking the bread. She tore open the wrapper and took a small bite.
It took some time, but eventually, Nina calmed down. Her voice was still thick with emotion as she whispered, “Thank you … thank you both.”
Yura breathed a sigh of relief, her heart aching. She reached out, gently ruffling Nina’s hair. “It’s okay, sweetie. We’re here for you.”
Then, as if she remembered something, Yura pulled out a photo from her jacket pocket. She handed it to Nina. “Do you know this man?” she asked.
Nina’s eyes lit up at the sight of the photo. She nodded eagerly, her voice bright. “That’s Mr. Walker! He’s our teacher. He’s really nice, and he helps the villagers. He even gave me chips once.”
Nina’s innocent words made Yura’s heart ache. Her eyes filled with tears, but she held th her jaw to keep from crying.
I let out a quiet breath. After all the chaos, we finally knew where Timothy was.
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I spoke up immediately, urgency in my voice. “The earthquake hit at 9 AM yesterday. It was right during class. Timothy should be at the school. We need to get there now!”
Yura’s eyes snapped wide open at my words. She grabbed Nina’s arm, her voice shaking with fear. “Nina, where’s the school? Tell me, now!”
Nina turned and pointed west, the direction of the village’s edge.
Yura and I exchanged a look, then called a few werewolf bodyguards over. We set off for the school.
The path wound steep and narrow through the mountains. We had to move in single file, and with Nina in my arms, I walked carefully, taking each step slowly.
We trudged on for nearly an hour. The weight of the situation pressed on me, but there was no time to stop. Finally, we reached the gates of the school.
“We’re here!” Yura’s voice trembled with relief, her eyes wide with hope.
As we stepped onto the grounds, the destruction was undeniable. The classrooms had collapsed. The rescue team worked swiftly, searching through the debris.
Thankfully, the werewolf teachers had managed to evacuate the students quickly, so most only had minor injuries. The death toll here was far lower than back at the village.
“Here,” I called to the group. “Take some bread and water. Eat, but don’t rush. We’ve got enough for everyone.”
I hadn’t expected the earthquake to be so devastating. The rescue team had brought an entire truck of food, medical supplies, and equipment.
But just a few hours into the relief effort, half of their food supply had already been consumed.
“Rosaline, take care of things here. I’m going to search ahead, see if anyone else is still trapped. Maybe we’ll find something about Timothy,” said Yura.
Two more werewolf students had been found and brought out by the team. I stayed behind to help care for the ones already rescued while Yura, with the werewolf bodyguards, went ahead to search. She handed me a couple of young kids and shot me a quick, worried look before running off again.
The longer we worked, the heavier the pressure felt. With aftershocks still possible, we w
Even an Alpha like me could feel the strain.
My muscles burned, but there was no time to rest.
vulnerable.
I quickly organized the rescued werewolf students, helping them support one another as we moved toward the schoolyard’s open space.
Those with more serious injuries were carried by the bodyguards and the rescue team to the medical staff.
When the last of the students were safely moved, I finally allowed myself to breathe.
Fatigue washed over me the moment the task was done.
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Since entering the village, I hadn’t stopped. The relentless rush had drained every ounce of energy I had.
I’d just spoken to a rescued werewolf teacher and contacted nearby rescue teams, who were now en route.
Half an hour later, the mountain rescue team finally reached the school. The werewolf team leader approached to take over.
A wave of reporters from out of town soon followed, eager to get their first–hand accounts.
I faced the team leader, my voice steady despite the weariness. “These are the faculty members we’ve rescued so far. There are still many more in the village. Aftershocks could hit any time. Please, get them to safety.”
The rescue leader nodded, his expression full of appreciation. “Of course. Thank you for everything. We couldn’t have done this without you. We’ll handle the rest.”
I returned the nod.
The rescue team quickly organized the werewolf students and teachers, leading them to safety. Nina, too, had to be taken away.
“Little one,” the rescue leader said gently, crouching down. “Come with me to a safer place. Don’t make her worry. She’s still busy.” His hand brushed Nina’s head with a look of sympathy in his eyes.
Since her rescue, Nina had stayed close to me, clinging to me like I was her only anchor.
When the rescue leader spoke, she didn’t respond. Instead, she gazed up at me with wide, sorrowful eyes, her petite hand clutching my sleeve like a lifeline.
“I don’t want to go,” she whispered, voice breaking. “I want to stay with you.”
Her eyes, full of sadness, tugged at my heart. I couldn’t help but smile sadly.
I understood her feelings. She’d just lost her mother. Of course, she needed someone to lean on.
I crouched down to her level, gently brushing her hair. “Sweetheart, this man isn’t a bad person. He’s here to help. It’s too dangerous here. Aftershocks could come any time. You need to go with him to safety. Once I’m finished, I’ll come find you.”
Nina lowered her head, thinking hard. After a long pause, she spoke in a whisper. “Will you really come back to me?”
I nodded firmly, meeting her gaze. “Yes. I promise.”
Then I extended my pinky, smiling softly. “If that’s not enough to convince you, let’s make a pinky promise.”
Her face lit up, and she extended her tiny finger. Our pinkies hooked together, sealing the silent promise.
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I looked at her, my face set in grim determination. “Pinky promise, pinky promise, whoever breaks it has their pants on fire! Alright! Now, go with the team leader. It’s not safe here.”
“Got it. I’ll take Nina with me. Getting them to a safe hospital in town is the priority,” the rescue leader replied, his tone firm and reassuring.
I nodded, standing up. “Thanks. We still haven’t found the one we’re looking for. We’ll check the nearby area for anyone else.”
After waving a final goodbye to Nina, I quickly moved to find Yura.
“Timothy! Timothy! Where are you?!” Yura cried out, her voice desperate as she scanned the wreckage of the collapsed classroom building.
I joined her, calling his name too, but the silence hung in the air.
The sky darkened swiftly, and our anxiety grew.
Nightfall would only make the search harder.
Time slipped away, and with each passing second, Timothy’s danger intensified.
Yura, exhausted and defeated, bent over, breathing heavily, her hands clutching her knees. “Rosaline, what should we do..? He… he wouldn’t have … been hurt, would he?”
I could hear the tremor in her voice, the breaking point so close. She was running on empty–physically and emotionally.
Just then, the rescue leader arrived, guiding the rescued teachers and students. He approached me with a brief update. “I’m taking them to the safe zone in town. I’ve left some of my team behind to continue the search. You’re in charge here now.”
Yura rushed to him, grabbing his sleeve in panic. “Have you seen Timothy? Please! He’s tall, skinny, with small eyes and black hair! Is he hurt?”
The leader looked at her, his face filled with sympathy but offering no answers. He remained silent. Frantic, Yura darted toward the students, asking each one in turn. “Have you seen him? Please, you have to tell me!”
“Yura!” I grabbed her, pulling her back, my hands firm on her shoulders. “Don’t do this.”
Seeing her like that tore at my heart.
But until we found Timothy, no words would offer real comfort.
Yura’s grip tightened around my arm, her tears streaming down her cheeks. “Rosaline, where is he? What if something happened to him?”
I clenched my teeth, fighting back the rising panic. “Yura, stay calm! Timothy’s fine. I swear, we’ll find him. Just… please, calm down, okay?”
I understood her pain too well. If it had been Caden trapped under the rubble, I wasn’t sure I’d be able to hold it together as she was.
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Yura’s eyes widened in panic as she turned toward the werewolf student. “What did you say? Do you know where Timothy is?”
The werewolf’s lips were cracked, stained with dried blood. His voice was strained, each word an effort. “Mr. Walke r… he’s our teacher… The earthquake… it came so suddenly … Mr. Walker didn’t have time to escape…
What?
He didn’t get out?
A cold weight settled in my chest as I processed his words.
Yura’s face went pale. Her eyes brimmed with tears. She started shaking violently.
I moved quickly to steady her. “Yura, calm down. Let them explain.”
Other werewolf students spoke up, their voices trembling. “Mr. Walker was in class when the quake hit. He tried to get us out, but the building collapsed. We didn’t see him after that.”
“Where is your classroom?” My voice was firm, though my stomach churned.
Yura’s panic was overwhelming. I had to stay calm, or we’d lose all control.
I scanned the scene, my mind racing. “If Timothy didn’t escape, he’s likely trapped under the rubble. There’s still time. We can save him.”
“Over there,” the first werewolf boy said, pointing to the left, his small finger trembling.
Yura didn’t hesitate. She bolted in that direction, her movements frantic and desperate.
I turned to the werewolf bodyguards. “Follow her. Find Timothy–don’t stop until you do!”
“Yes, Ms. Sinclair!” they responded in unison, falling in behind Yura as they ran toward the collapsed building.
I quickly approached the rescue team leader, my voice sharp with urgency. “Send more people to help us at the school. We’re running out of time!”
“Got it!” The leader then barked orders, grabbing additional gear as he rushed to catch up.
The classroom building wasn’t far. When we reached it, the sight was devastating. The building had collapsed completely, leaving nothing but rubble, with only a single wall still standing.
Yura didn’t wait. She scrambled up the stone debris, digging through the rubble with her bare hands. Her palms bled almost immediately.
I pulled her away, firmly. “You’re blocking the rescue team’s path. Timothy needs professionals, not this.”
Yura clasped her hands together, her voice a desperate whisper. “Moon Goddess, please… Timothy, you have
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“Move aside!” The rescue team behind us surged forward, their tools and machinery ready for action.
I yanked Yura out of the way, while the bodyguards lent their strength to assist the team.
“Hurry, please, hurry!” Yura’s voice shook with panic. Her grip on reality was slipping, and every second felt like a lifetime.
The sky darkened. Night was almost here.
“Yu, we’re doing everything we can. We’ll find him,” Ryan, who had been quietly supporting Yura, finally spoke, his voice steady.
Shovels and machinery worked together, clearing away debris from the collapsed building.
Then, a small patch of black, short hair appeared from beneath the rubble.
It was a man.
“Timothy! It’s Timothy!” Yura’s heart raced. She fixated on the debris, a mixture of hope and desperation threatening to tear her apart. She screamed his name.
“We’ve found him! Keep going!” one of the rescue team members shouted, urgency in his voice.
Before anyone could respond, the ground shook violently. Aftershock.
The world spun. I pulled Yura to me, struggling to stay upright.
The tremor hit so hard and fast that several team members lost their footing, their shovels clattering to the ground.
Then came the deafening crash of stone and brick.
The remaining half of the wall from the building collapsed again, burying the man under the rubble once
more.
The aftershock lasted only a minute, but it was enough. The building had crumbled entirely. The new fallen debris piled thick on top of everything.
“Timothy!” Yura’s voice cracked, full of anguish.
Tears poured down her face as she lunged toward the debris.
I held her back, my grip firm.
“Pick up the pace! We’re saving lives here!” the leader bellowed, and his teammates went to work as swiftly as they could.
“Hold on, Yura. He’s going to be fine,” I whispered, trying to calm her.
“Jacks! Hurry!” The rescue leader barked. Several werewolf team members scrambled to lift the fallen wall with jacks.
I covered Yura’s eyes with my hands, not wanting her to witness more. Then, the leader’s voice rang out,
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A group of people scrambled to lift the man who had been buried beneath the rubble for what felt like ages.
Yura couldn’t contain herself any longer. She shoved past me, her gaze fixed on the man being pulled from the wreckage.
Her body trembled as her eyes landed on Timothy. I let out a breath of relief.
We had found him. Timothy was alive.
But he didn’t look like the man she had once known. His clothes were torn and ruined, dust coating his face and arms. His skin was pale, lips cracked, and his right leg… it was a nightmare. The pant leg had been torn apart, and deep, bloody wounds scarred his flesh. The jagged gash was stuck to the fabric, like it had become part of him.
Timothy’s eyes were shut tight. He was unconscious, limp on the stretcher.
Yura froze, unable to speak. Tears poured down her face, but no words came out.
The rescue team’s doctor hurried over with a stretcher, and together, they carefully transferred Timothy onto it, lifting him into the waiting ambulance.
Yura stayed by his side, clutching his hand. Tears dripped steadily onto his skin as she whispered, “Timothy, you’ll be fine… you can’t be hurt … please.” Her voice cracked.
I bit my lip, watching the doctor examine Timothy’s injuries. I couldn’t keep quiet anymore. “Doctor, how is he?” I asked, my voice tight with concern.
From the looks of it, Timothy’s injuries were serious–his leg in particular.
The werewolf doctor shook his head, his expression grave. “His condition is critical. He’s been trapped for too long. After the building collapsed, a large stone pinned his leg, and the aftershocks made things worse. It’s a miracle he’s still alive.”
He exhaled sharply. “As for his leg … the wound is deep. The stone crushed his muscles and nerves. After being trapped this long, the only option is amputation. If we don’t, he’s at risk of infection … and worse.”
My stomach dropped.
Amputation? Was it really that bad?
Yura’s eyes widened, tears streaking down her face.
She clenched Timothy’s hand even tighter, her desperate gaze fixed on him.
“Rosaline, you have to do something! We can’t let them amputate his leg,” Yura begged, her voice barely above a whisper, trembling with fear.
I placed a hand gently on her shoulder, sighing deeply.
Finding Timothy alive was a blessing. The Moon Goddess had shown mercy.
Ryan stepped closer to Yura, gently taking her hand. His voice was soft, trying to calm her. “Yu, he’s strong. He’s always pulled through. He’ll make it. Once we get him to the hospital, they’ll perform surgery, and everything will be fine. Just stay calm.”
Yura shook her head violently, sobbing. “No… no, he can’t lose his leg.”
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I stared at Timothy’s mangled leg, my mind racing with options.
His injuries were grave, but if Hughie were here, he could save his leg.
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There was only one choice for now. I had to use the witch’s stone to treat the wound and slow the damage. Then, I’d get Timothy to safety and call Hughie for help.
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I made my decision and approached the werewolf doctor. I’m Dr. Watts‘ apprentice,‘ I said, my voice steady. “Let me treat this man for now. I may be able to save his leg from amputation. Please, have everyone leave the room.”
The doctor’s expression shifted when he heard Dr. Watts‘ name. He gave a quick nod, signaling for the nurses to step outside without another word.
I thanked him quietly, then turned to Yura. “Yura,” I said, keeping my voice low, “Timothy’s condition is serious, but it’s not beyond hope. If we can get Hughie to treat him, his leg will be fine. For now, I’ll start some preliminary treatment. I need your help.”
Yura’s eyes lit up. Hope surged through her. She gripped my arm, her voice trembling. “That’s right! When you fell off the cliff, it was Dr. Watts who healed you. Rosaline, thank you! Please, save Timothy!”
I nodded firmly. “I’ll do everything I can.”
Yura stepped aside, and I knelt by the stretcher.
Timothy’s leg was already bandaged, but the skin around it was bruised in dark shades, almost sickening to look at. The abrasions and cuts had been treated, but the damage was far from healed.
I hesitated, thinking back to the method I’d used to treat Mr. Richard. Reaching into my pocket, I pulled out the witch’s stone.
With careful hands, I removed the outer bandages and placed the spiritual stone on his leg. I began to chant, my voice barely more than a whisper.
The stone glowed at once, a soft light spreading. Timothy’s swollen leg slowly started to ease, and I watched as the blood, once sluggish, began to flow again beneath the bruised skin.
Yura stood a few feet away, tense, with her hands clenched. Her gaze never left Timothy, worry etched deep into her features.
The stone’s magic stirred discomfort in Timothy, but that was necessary to get his blood flowing through his body. He grunted softly, his brow knitting in pain.
“Ugh…”
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“Timothy!” Yura gasped, tightening her grip on his hand. “Are you waking up?”
But Timothy remained unresponsive.
“Yura, he won’t wake up right away,” I said quietly, continuing my chant.
The glow from the stone spread over his entire leg, even where it had been shattered.
Yura’s expression twisted with agony, her face a mask of fear and helplessness. It was as if she were suffering more than Timothy.
“Yu, don’t worry. Trust Rosalie. Your boyfriend will be fine,” Ryan’s voice was calm and reassuring as he stepped beside her. He gently placed a hand on her shoulder.
Thirty minutes passed, and my chant ended. The stone’s light faded, leaving behind a subtle glow.
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Timothy’s leg, once dark with bruises, had lightened. The swelling remained, but had lessened considerably. I carefully put the witch’s stone away just as the doctors and nurses returned. They froze in place, eyes wide at the change they saw.
I let out a breath, relieved. As long as blood continued to flow, amputation was no longer a threat.
“He’s stable for now,” I said, a small smile tugging at the corners of my lips. “We need to get Timothy to the hospital as quickly as possible.”
Even with the ambulance, the mountain roads were a nightmare–rough, uneven, and scattered with debris from the earthquake. The vehicle crawled, bouncing over rocks and branches. Four long hours later, we finally emerged from the mountains and reached the nearest town’s hospital.
The earthquake had left its mark, and the hospital was packed. The air was thick with the sounds of distress -moans, cries, frantic voices.
I could feel the weight of the place, the heaviness of suffering. My heart tightened at the sight of so much pain.
The doctors quickly found a quiet room for Timothy. They immediately began their assessment.
Yura sat nearby, her forehead pressed into her palm, her anxiety radiating from her.
After what seemed like an eternity, the doctor turned to me. His tone was grim. “Th
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The call echoed through the room, Hughie’s voice clear for everyone to hear.
Yura had been brimming with hope, but at his refusal, her expression shattered.
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Panic flashed in her eyes. I spoke quickly. “Hughie, what about Rivemon? Can you meet us there? We’ll bring Timothy to you.”
A pause. Then, finally, he exhaled. “Alright, Rivemon it is. I’ll get there as soon as I can.”
Yura let out a breath, her relief almost palpable. Still, doubt lingered in her voice. “If Hughie’s helping, then Timothy’s leg will be fine. But … why won’t he come to Yerkshire?”
“I don’t know,” I admitted. “But at least he’s coming. Whatever his issue with Yerkshire is, it’s not our concern. Timothy comes first.”
He looked better than he had when we’d first dragged him from the rubble. Fatigue settled deep in my bones. Yura and I barely lasted a few minutes before sleep claimed us.
Morning arrived in a blur. Ryan’s voice jolted me awake. “Rosie, you’re famous.”
I rubbed my eyes. “What?”
He held out his phone, grinning. Skepticism prickled at me. I took the phone and glanced at the screen.
A news article, front and center. A photo of me and Nina beneath it.
A Beauty with a Kind Heart: Tireless in Aiding Disaster Victims!
A journalist must have been there when I was helping in the mountains. The picture–Nina and I linking pinkies–had been taken without me noticing.
The story spread like wildfire. Newspapers ran it, online platforms ate it up, and Rivemon’s local TV station kept it on a loop.
Thousands of people had already seen it. The comments overflowed with praise. Beautiful. Kind. Selfless.
Yes, I’d become some kind of a celebrity there.
I exhaled, somewhere between amused and exasperated. “I have no idea how they even got that picture.”
Ryan smirked. “Rosie, you’re basically an angel sent to save mankind.”
I shot him a look. “You’re ridiculous.”
Before he could answer, my phone rang.
A number I didn’t recognize.
I picked up. “Hello?”
A smooth, professional voice answered. “Good afternoon. Is this Ms. Rosaline?”
I frowned slightly. “I am. Who’s calling?”
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“We’re from the local radio station. An elderly woman came to us yesterday–one of the earthquake victims. She asked us to help her get in touch with you. She’d like to meet you in person to thank you. Would you be available this afternoon?”
It was from the television station.
I refused without even thinking. “Sorry, I don’t have time.”
The voice on the other end shifted, softening into something older–an elderly werewolf woman. “Ms. Sal, it’s me!”
Ms. Sall
The name struck a chord.
It was familiar, like an echo from a distant conversation.
Then it hit me. The first time I met Hughie at Keardes Hill, he’d muttered under his breath, “Sal?”
Who was Sal?
The old woman’s voice grew more urgent. “I saw you on TV, dear. I just had to see you in person.”
“Where are you? I’ll come to you.” The words spilled out before I could stop them.
I needed answers. Why had both she and H
mistaken me for Sal?
She gave me an address. I let Yura know where I was headed and left without hesitation.
An hour later, I stood at the old woman’s doorstep.
I knocked. The door swung open. A frail werewolf woman, silver hair spilling over her thin shoulders, looked up at me. Her breath caught.
Shock and joy flickered across her face. “Ms. Sal … is it really you?”
I smiled, shaking my head. “I’m sorry, but I don’t know who Sal is. Do we look that much alike? Who was she?”
She hesitated, her clouded eyes studying my face. Then, with a sigh barely more than a whisper, she spoke. “No, Ms. Sal wasn’t as young as you.”
She nodded to herself, as though reassuring her own heart. “But you do look like her. Forgive me, dear. My old eyes aren’t what they used to be.”
I tilted my head, a surge of curiosity twisting in my chest. “It’s alright. But … could you tell me who she was? I’d really like to know.”
I wanted to know, especially because of Hughie.
Both he and this woman had spoken the same name. Did they know each other?
And why did I resemble this Ms. Sal?
Was she a distant relative from the Shadow Pack?
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If so, why had my grandfather never mentioned her?
“Come in the old woman said, stepping aside.
She led me into a cozy living room, poured a cup of horrea for me, and studied me again, murmuring under her breath. “You look so much like her.
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My mind raced with questions, and I pressed on. “Who exactly is Ms. Sal, lady?”
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The elderly she–wolf lowered her gaze. After a long pause, she began to speak slowly. “That was over 20 years ago. I’ve always lived in the mountains, born and raised as a local werewolf. Life back then was tough. My husband was a hunter. Every morning, he’d leave to hunt while I stitched skins to sell in the village.”
She smiled gently, shaking her head. “Sounds unbelievable, doesn’t it? Young people today can’t really imagine what it was like. Life was hard, but we got by.”
Her face darkened. “One day, my husband’s two werewolf friends rushed him home. His legs had two deep punctures, blood pouring out. They said a venomous snake had bitten him while hunting. He was paralyzed, unable to move.”
“I was terrified. I rushed him to the hospital with some friends and relatives, but the doctor told us we were too late. He said we’d missed the best window for treatment and could only wait for the end.”
“What happened next?” I asked, a sinking feeling in my gut. I knew something important was coming.
The old she wolf smiled faintly, as though remembering a moment of relief. “On the way back, we met Ms. Sal and a young werewolf–probably her friend. I was so upset, I didn’t pay attention to much. Ms. Sal asked for directions, and seeing how distressed I was, she asked what had happened.”
“I felt so overwhelmed, I figured talking to a stranger wouldn’t hurt… Who would’ve guessed that Sal, after hearing my story, would offer to help? She said her friend was a doctor and might be able to cure my husband’s snakebite.”
Doctor? Poisoned? Could it be-
A name hung in the air, just out of reach.
The old woman paused, sipping water to wet her throat. “I didn’t believe them at first. The doctor had said there was nothing to be done. But my husband, even in his state, thought, ‘Why not?‘ and agreed to let them try.”
“We got into their car and went back to our house. I didn’t expect much, but that young werewolf–he was something. He pressed a stone to my husband’s leg, then went out and picked herbs I didn’t recognize. He sang a song while working. To my amazement, my husband’s leg … it just healed. Just like that.”
The old woman sighed, a deep joy crossing her face. “We were ecstatic. I didn’t know how to thank them.”
“Wait.” My heart raced. This couldn’t be a coincidence. “The man who knew how to heal … what was his name?”
The werewolf woman hesitated, her brow furrowing as she thought. “What was his name? I don’t really know. They stayed at our house for two days, but I only ever heard Ms. Sal call him Watts.”
Watts?
My heart skipped a beat.
Watts–that had to be Hughie.
“Ah!” the old woman exclaimed, suddenly struck by a thought. “I actually have a picture of them.”
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I quickly asked, “Can I see it?”
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“Of course,” the old woman smiled. She rose and shuffled to a drawer, her hands searching for a moment before she pulled out a faded photograph.
“I found it,” she said, carefully holding the photo, then handing it to me. “Here it is.”
Excitement and curiosity surged through me as I took the photo.
The image showed a young man and woman, both werewolves, standing side by side. The man wore casual clothes, his short hair neatly combed, and black–framed glasses sat atop his face.
It was Hughie.
The woman beside him, wearing a small floral dress and with her hair tied back in a ponytail, stood tall and slender. Her features were soft, graceful, and unmistakably the Ms. Sal I had been hearing about.
She looked exactly like me.
No wonder both Hughie and the old she–wolf had mistaken me for her.
I studied the photo, my mind awash with questions.
Who exactly was Ms. Sal?
Why did we look so alike?
I couldn’t shake the feeling that Ms. Sal and I shared blood.
Could she be my sister? Or maybe … my mother?
Looking at the photo and recalling the old woman’s stories, it seemed Hughie and Ms. Sal had known each other well. Were they a couple?
And if they were, why was Hughie now living alone in the cold, remote Northrend?
Where was Ms. Sal?
I realized the answers would only come when I finally saw Hughie again.
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“Thank you, lady,” I said, handing the photo back to her.
The old woman smiled warmly and insisted I stay for dinner. By the time I was ready to leave, the sky had darkened.
I walked toward the hospital, turning into a narrow alley.
The alley was silent, no streetlights to break the darkness. A strange unease crept up my spine. It felt like someone was watching me, following my every step.
My instincts flared. I whipped around.
In the shadows, a figure loomed.
“Who’s there?” I called out sharply, my voice echoing off the walls.
The figure stepped forward, and before I could react, a hand grabbed me, pulling me into a strong embrace. A deep, familiar voice whispered, “It’s me.”
Caden?
I looked up, my heart skipping a beat. In the dim moonlight, I could see him clearly. His black suit blended with the night, his sharp features and those mischievous eyes gleaming as he smiled.
It was definitely Caden.
Wasn’t he supposed to be in Rivemon?
What was he doing here in Yerkshire?
I stood frozen for a moment. “What are you doing here?”
His gaze softened as he looked down at me. “I missed you, so I came.”
“That’s cheesy,” I muttered, my lips twitching into a smile. A warm thrill stirred in my chest.
Truth was, I had missed him too.
But…
Caden leaned in, his breath warm against my ear. “I’ve got something even cheesier for you.”
His voice was rich and dark, vibrating through the air like a spell, impossible to resist.
My pulse quickened. “What?”
Before I could even react, his face moved closer, filling my vision until his lips met mine.
The sensation was electric, all too familiar. My body tensed, every nerve alive.
I wrapped my arms around his neck, pulling him in closer.
Feeling my response, Caden deepened the kiss, his breath quickening.
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He parted my lips, his tongue slipping in, both tender and demanding.
I moaned softly, kissing him back, completely lost in the moment.
But then, a voice cut through the heat of the kiss.
“Mom, what are they doing?” A small, curious voice piped up.
The mother’s hands quickly covered her daughter’s eyes. “Don’t look …”
My face burned with embarrassment. I quickly shoved Caden away.
Great. Someone had passed by. Worse, it was a child.
The awkwardness hit me like a ton of bricks.
I grabbed Caden’s arm and urged, “Let’s go!”
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Caden chuckled softly at my flustered expression. He casually draped his arm over my shoulder, falling into step beside me.
I took a deep breath to steady myself and changed the subject. “By the way, you still haven’t explained why you’re suddenly in Yerkshire. Aren’t you supposed to be watching Heidi?”
Caden showing up here–wouldn’t Heidi suspect something?
He shot me a sidelong glance, his lips curling into a smirk. “Relax. I’m here for disaster relief.”
“Disaster relief?” I blinked in disbelief. “You? Really?”
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“Of course,” he said, his grin widening. “Earthquake relief. How could the Eclipse Pack stay out of something like that?”
I shook my head. “Seriously? Does the big CEO himself need to handle this?”
Caden followed me into the hospital, and I quickly filled him in on what had happened over the past few days.
“I’m going to check on Yura and Timothy first,” I said, my thoughts turning to Timothy’s condition, darkening my mood.
Caden nodded. “I’ll go with you.”
We pushed open the door to the hospital room. Yura sat by Timothy’s bed, worry written all over her face.
Ryan was seated beside her. When he saw Caden, he jumped to his feet, startled. “Caden, what are you here?”
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Caden took my hand and shrugged, his tone casual. “Came to see my wife.”
I shot him a quick glare. “I’m not your wife!”
Ignoring him, I walked over to Yura and asked softly, “How is Timothy?”
Yura sighed deeply, her eyes clouded with concern. “He’s still unconscious.”
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“I’ll check on him,” I said, gently patting her shoulder. “Don’t worry.”
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I had used the witch’s stone and incantation to stabilize Timothy’s leg, but only Hughie could truly heal
him.
I cursed myself for not being more skilled.
Trying to ease Yura’s worry, I smiled and said, “It’s nothing serious. We’ll head back to Rivemon tomorrow and wait for Hughie there.”
Yura nodded, though doubt lingered in her gaze. “Rosaline, do you really think Timothy will be okay?”
“Of course.” My voice was firm, confident.
Caden stepped closer, his voice steady. “Yura, don’t worry. Dr. Watts‘ skills are unmatched. He fixed my leg, didn’t he?”
Yura finally seemed to relax, a faint smile tugging at her lips. “Yes … Timothy will be fine.”
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I lay on the hospital bed, restless. It had been days since I’d last seen Caden.
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Ever since that day–when Wendy had come to the hospital and Caden left with her–he hadn’t returned.
Then came the shocking news that Wendy had attempted suicide by slashing her wrists.
I called Caden over and over, but he never answered.
Frustrated, I called Yale.
He answered, but his voice sounded distracted.
“What’s the matter, Ms. Tessford?” he asked, his tone curt.
“Yale, where’s Caden? Why can’t I reach him? Is he at the office?” I demanded.
Yale’s voice grew low and serious. “The CEO went to Yerkshire for disaster relief.”
“What?” I gasped. “He went to Yerkshire?”
Rosaline was in Yerkshire too.
“Yes,” Yale replied, his voice steady. “There was a major earthquake in Yerkshire. Eclipse Group has always been involved in charity work. The CEO went personally to assist with the relief efforts. It’s part of our company’s strategy
o boost its image.”
I sank back, my disappointment sinking deeper. “Alright. Thanks, Yale.”
The call ended, and the hollow feeling in my chest grew.
I hadn’t expected Caden to go to Yerkshire. What bothered me most was why he went. Was it really for the disaster relief… or
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The thought of her ignited the flames of jealousy inside me.
At that moment, my phone buzzed.
I checked the message, and my face hardened further.
I quickly changed out of my hospital gown, threw on a dress, grabbed my purse, and walked out of the
room.
“Ms. Tessford, what are you doing?” The werewolf nurse looked at me in shock.
I forced a smile. “I’ve been lying down all day. I need to get some air.”
The nurse frowned, still concerned. “Be careful, Ms. Tessford. You’re still weak. Don’t walk around too
much.”
“I’ll be fine,” I said, brushing off her worries.
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The door opened, and a werewolf bodyguard in black motioned to me. “Get in, Ms. Tessford,
I glanced around, seeing nothing unusual, and slipped into the car.
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The vehicle sped through the city, eventually heading out to the suburbs. It stopped in front of a villa, nestled by the mountains and a calm lake.
“We’ve arrived, Ms. Tessford,” the werewolf driver said, opening the door for me.
“Thanks,” I muttered, stepping out and making my way toward the villa.
In the villa’s living room, a tall werewolf sat on the sofa. He wore a charcoal gray suit, his face cold and his expression grim.
It was Everett.
He lifted his eyes when I stepped inside. “You made it.”
I hesitated before speaking softly, “Everett.”
“Did anyone see you come?” His voice was icy, sharp.
I shook my head quickly. “No, I was careful.”
“Then why hasn’t the job been done?!” Everett suddenly rose, looming over me.
His presence pressed down on me like a storm, and I trembled. My voice quivered. “I’ll try harder, I promise.”
“I don’t want your ‘try. I want results!” The coldness in his tone sent a chill through me.
He picked up a thick vine and stepped toward me slowly. “For years, I’ve trained you, and I eventually turned you into Tessa. I had you get close to Caden, gain his trust, make him fall for you. And yet, after all this time, you’re still stuck. No progress!”
“No, there’s progress!” I swallowed hard, fear creeping into my chest. “I’ve faked late–stage stomach cancer. It worked. Caden softened. He broke up with Rosaline. He loves me now. Everett, you have to believe me. I’ll make it work, I swear.”
“Is that so?” His voice dripped with sarcasm. “Then where is Caden now?”
“He’s in Yerkshire, doing disaster relief. It has nothing to do with Rosaline,” I backed away, anxiety tightening around my throat.
“It better be the truth,” Everett’s eyes narrowed, his voice colder. “Heidi, you know what happens to those who fail.”
Fear shot through me, freezing my body. I fell to my knees, gripping his leg with trembling hands. “Evere.., please … give me more time. I’ll finish the task, I swear!”
“Fine. One last chance,” Everett’s voice was low, a threat hiding behind every word. “But if you disappoint me again, it’ll be like this teacup.”
He swung the vine, smashing it down onto the teacup on the table. The cup shattered with a loud crash.
I gasped, terror clawing at my insides. This man–he was a devil.
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“Go back. Don’t raise any suspicion,” Everett ordered, sitting back down, his gaze hard.
“Yes, Everett. I’ll go back now.”
I exhaled, the weight lifting slightly as I walked out of the villa. My mind spun.
Caden’s tall, lean figure flashed before me, and I bit my lip as a pang of longing struck deep.
I was nothing more than a pawn in Everett’s cruel game.
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My adoptive father had taken me in to turn me into Tessa, to get close to Caden and extract secrets from the Eclipse Pack.
Everett, the son of my adoptive father, was my so–called brother. But he had always treated me with disdain. If I didn’t meet his expectations, he’d lash out without mercy.
Why had my life come to this?
A puppet, bound to the strings of others.
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My thoughts wandered, and I found myself recalling the first time I saw Caden.
It was when I was ten years old.
I had lived in the slums as far back as I could remember.
Our home had bare walls, and hunger was a constant companion.
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My father was a gambler. Whenever he lost, he’d come home drunk, taking his anger out on my mother and me. He’d beat her until her skin was black and blue. She endured it all just to protect me—even if it meant more pain for herself.
One night, I woke up, and my mother was gone.
I was only five. I cried out, “Mom, I want Mom…”
My father’s response was brutal. He slapped me hard. “You’ll never see your mother again! Crying all the time … you’re worthless! No wonder I lose money every day!”
I fell ill from the stress. When I recovered, a heavily made–up she–wolf had appeared in our home.
“Here’s your new mother. Call her that!” my father barked, pointing at her.
I cried, “No, you’re not my mother!”
The punishment that followed was fierce.
I quickly learned to watch my words and act sweetly toward her.
At ten, my father told us he had a big business deal lined up. If it went well, we’d be rich.
“Will we really live in a big house? Will we eat good food?” I asked, hopeful.
“Of course!” That day, my stepmother was unusually kind and even gave me a candy.
Two days later, my father took us to a small cabin in the mountains. Three intimidating werewolves waited there.
I overheard them talking about kidnapping someone.
“Do you understand? When we bring them here, you keep watch over them. If the business goes well, you’ll get your share!” one of the werewolves growled.
I stood behind my father, watching as a hulking werewolf with a cruel sneer slapped my father’s shoulder.
My father, bowing and scraping, was holding some bills in his hand, green as envy. His smile was wide but forced.
My stepmother stood beside him, smiling so much that the wrinkles around her eyes deepened. It n’t the sharp, bitter expression she usually wore.
“Got it, Thrice. Don’t worry, we won’t hold you up!” she said with a grin, her voice sweet but fake.
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That night, my father and stepmother were unusually cheerful. My stepmother even cooked extra meat and didn’t scold me while I ate.
The next morning, my father hurried them through breakfast and urged them to leave for their ‘business. He had even changed into a new, faded indigo jacket.
The three of them went to the cabin in the mountains. Less than ten minutes later, Thrice entered the room again, this time with two werewolf children–one boy and one girl–who looked to be about my age.
The werewolf boy stood slightly taller than the girl. His face was a mask of indifference, his gaze steady and calm. Both his hands, along with the girl’s, were bound tightly with rough twine, leaving them helpless.
The moment I saw him, I was drawn to him.
He was stunning, every feature sharp and striking. His skin was pale, almost luminous, contrasting with his thick brows and dark, expressive eyes. His nose was high and straight, and his lips–thin and pressed- hinted at something both distant and guarded. His eyes, dark and bright like the night sky, seemed to shimmer with hidden depths.
He’s so handsome.
That was my first thought upon seeing Caden.
“These two are the prizes. Keep your eyes on them! We bring them up here in the morning, starving … Get food ready for me and the boys!” Thrice barked, nudging Caden and the girl forward.
My father immediately grabbed them, pulling them in, while my stepmother nodded and hurried to the kitchen.
I couldn’t look away from Caden.
I had never seen a boy like him.
After we ate, Thrice and his men didn’t leave. They stayed in the large house, drinking and smoking. Caden and the girl were locked away in a small room with the door secured tightly.
My stepmother came out, smiling too much. She spotted me still lingering outside and shoved me roughly.
“Run along! Don’t just stand there!” she snapped, and without another word, walked away, leaving me
behind.
I watched her leave, but then I heard voices from inside.
She was heading in that direction. I crept closer to the door, pressing my ear against the wood.
The door wasn’t fully closed, leaving a narrow gap. I peered through it to see what was happening inside.
“Why are we even doing this, Thrice? It’s too much work and no payoff. Aren’t you afraid we‘” get caught?” a young, blonde werewolf spoke. I recognized him.
Thrice reclined against the wooden cabinet, his legs stretched out.
Empty bottles of alcohol lay scattered at his feet. He clicked his tongue, impatience clear in his posture, before answering in a tone that was dismissive.
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“What do you know? You’ve got to risk it to gain anything. Besides, the guy told me–this kid lives in the city. His father’s the Alpha of a pack, and they’ve got a huge family business. Bottom line, this kid’s the only heir. He’s gonna be the next leader, I guarantee it.”
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Thrice finished picking at his teeth, throwing the toothpick onto the floor with a casual flick.
“That guy told me,” he began, “once we kidnap him, we won’t have to worry about food or clothes anymore. We’re just doing someone else a favor. Once we hand the kid off, the money’s ours. We’ll head overseas and live like kings. Who’s gonna find us?”
His laugh was low, harsh.
My brow furrowed. So they planned to sell that handsome guy for money.
Before I could process the thought, another man, bald and sitting on a stool, spoke up. “Hold on, Thrice. If that kid’s some pack’s only heir, what about the girl? What’s her deal? Are we sure we’re not getting played here?”
Thrice waved him off dismissively. His face was unreadable.
“Her? She’s just extra. She almost ruined the plan when she saw us dragging the kid out of the park. If I didn’t take care of her, she’d be a problem. I brought her back, though. She’s pretty–easy to sell off later. Another payday for us.”
“Alright, enough talk. Let’s go check on them. Don’t make too much noise. We don’t want a mess,” Thrice muttered drunkenly.
He stood up, knocking over a bottle with a loud clang.
I quickly dashed outside, feigning ignorance of everything happening.
As Thrice and his group passed by, one of them shot me a lazy glance, then continued toward the room where the children were locked up.
I waited until they were out of sight, then crept back to the window, peeking inside. One of the men had shifted into a massive black wolf, emerging from a cage. He dragged a black bear, its muzzle locked in steel, behind him.
Werewolves and black bears were natural enemies.
This one, though smaller, was still enough to make my skin crawl.
I didn’t know where they were taking the bear, but my mind was consumed with worry for Caden. I stayed hidden, watching from the window, hoping for a glimpse of him.
Inside the dimly lit room, the werewolf girl huddled in the corner, sitting on a bed. Caden sat beside her, his brow furrowed as he examined his surroundings carefully.
“Do you think … do you think we’ll make it back home?” The girl’s voice trembled, barely above a whisper.
She was just a child, caught in a strange, terrifying place. Of course, she was scared.
“Don’t be scared. Someone will come to save us,” Caden said, his voice steady, lips pressed tight.
A voice, sharp with mockery, sliced through the air. “Two little kids dreaming big, thinking someone’s coming to save you?”
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A half–grown black bear was dragged into the room. They tied it to a pillar, and with a harsh click, removed its steel muzzle. The bear blinked, its bloodshot eyes adjusting to the dim light.
“Who are you? Let us go!” Caden yelled, his hands still bound.
His fists tightened as he stood in front of the werewolf girl, shielding her. He didn’t flinch, glaring at Thrice.
But when his eyes landed on the bear, his face turned pale, and his body recoiled.
Thrice chuckled, low and cold. The black bear, agitated, sniffed the air, locking its eyes on the two werewolves. It exhaled, hot, rancid breath swirling in their direction..
“We? Curse your family for crossing the wrong people. You two stay here. When your family sends the money, we’ll send you home.” Thrice’s voice was sharp, cutting through the tense air.
“You’re kidnapping us! This is illegal! Let us go now!” Caden’s voice cracked with defiance. “My grandfather will bring all the werewolf warriors. He’ll tear you apart!”
Caden straightened, chest rising with a deep, controlled breath. He avoided the bear’s gaze, fighting to keep his composure.
The werewolves laughed harder, their amusement growing at Caden’s words.
To them, he was just a young, naive werewolf–his threats were nothing but a joke.
“You know where you are, kid? You haven’t even grown into your fur, and you think you’re scaring us? Let me tell you something: not even your grandpa, or the Moon Goddess herself, will save you. You two better stay put, or-”
gray wolf. Before he could finish, the smile vanished from Thrice’s face. In a blink, he shifted into a massive A jagged scar ran across his snout, exposing his yellowed teeth as he snarled at the children, his face twisted into a grotesque snarl.
The little girl hid behind Caden, her face barely visible, clutching his shirt with trembling hands! Fear had frozen her in place.
The gray wolf growled, its breath ragged. It lunged forward with a savage snarl. The black bear followed suit, baring its teeth.
The two beasts filled the room with furious roars, their aggression shaking the walls.
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Caden’s shoulders twitched, betraying his fear, but he squared his neck, trying to look brave. The werewolf girl, on the other hand, froze, her lip trembling as she let go of his hand. She’d seen the truth–the boy, the one who’d been so protective, was clearly frightened of the bear.
Thrice noticed it all, his eyes gleaming with cruel amusement. With a sneer, he shifted back into his human form and cracked his whip. The black bear snarled, furious and thrashing against the chain.
“This bear was raised on werewolf meat,” Thrice taunted. “You two better keep quiet. If it gets hungry enough, I won’t stop it from eating you. And don’t think I’ll take the fall.”
The black bear growled, its eyes burning with hunger, its breath rank with a rotting stench.
Thrice’s grin grew, the sadistic gleam in his cyc unmistakable. Slowly, he loosened his hold on the rope, letting the bear inch forward.
Caden closed his eyes tightly, trying to control his fear.
As the bear lunged, Caden braced himself, squeezing his eyes shut. But then, a voice pierced the tension.
“Don’t bite him!”
Caden blinked in surprise. The werewolf girl stood in front of him, arms stretched wide, facing the bear without a hint of fear.
I thought the bear would tear into them. But the little girl, despite her small size, stood firm, blocking him. I saw the chain around the bear’s neck, and it didn’t move forward. My fear slowly began to fade.
Thrice snorted in irritation and yanked the bear back by its chain. “Scared, huh? Remember my words. Stay in line.”
With a final sneer, Thrice turned, leading his lackeys out. Once they were gone, I peeked back into the small room, watching closely.
“Thanks for earlier … ” Caden exhaled, his voice quiet with relief.
He looked at the werewolf girl, gratitude in his eyes.
“It’s nothing,” she smiled sweetly, her voice soft. “You protected me, too. Don’t worry. I won’t let the bear bite you.”
Her voice was innocent, and her smile was warm, genuine.
Caden stared at her, his expression suddenly serious, almost as if making a promise. “You’ve been kind to me. If we make it home, when I grow up, I swear I’ll marry you. I’ll make you my Luna. I promise.”
With that, they locked pinkies, both of them looking dead serious.
I stood just outside the door, watching, feeling a sharp pang of jealousy twist in my gut.
Why did Caden say he wanted to marry her?
No way. He was mine. That handsome, brave boy–he’d be mine, and no one else’s.
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Most of the time, I was stuck with my stepmother, but she didn’t care where I went or what I did.
I waited for the right moment to free Caden.
Once I did, he’d remember me.
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One day, Thrice and his lackeys didn’t show up at the cabin. After lunch, my dad stretched out on the earthen bed in the main room, quickly drifting off to sleep. My stepmother was nowhere to be found, likely off doing whatever she usually did.
The sound of my father’s snores filled the quiet room.
I slipped in silently. He lay on his side, the key to the small, dark room barely visible in his pocket.
I crept closer, gently reaching into his pocket to retrieve the key. He didn’t stir. Then I moved quickly to the small, dark room, my hands shaking. The key turned with a soft click, and the door creaked open.
Suddenly, I heard a noise. I froze. The werewolf girl stood in front of me, eyes wide with suspicion.
“Who are you?”
“I’m here to help. My dad’s sleeping in the other room. The werewolves didn’t come today. You–You need to leave, now!” I urged, glancing nervously toward the door. In a panic, I grabbed a bottle from the shelf and slammed it to the floor with a loud crash.
The werewolf girl flinched, her confusion turning to fear.
I bent down, gathering the shards of glass, and started sawing at the ropes binding Caden’s wrists.
The task felt endless, but just as I was about to finish, I heard my dad’s furious voice from the doorway.
“What the hell do you think you’re doing?!”
My heart stopped. I turned, and there he was, standing in the doorway, rage twisting his face.
Panic surged through me, and my words caught in my throat.
“Dad, I … I was just-”
Before I could explain, he stormed forward and slapped me across the face, the sting sharp and immediate.
“You ungrateful little thing! I raised you, and this is how you repay me?” he shouted.
I stumbled back, crashing to the floor. The slap burned my skin, and the bright red mark bloomed a
my cheek. My fall brought me dangerously close to the broken glass, and a shard dug into my wrist.
The sharp pain flared, and blood began to seep from the wound. I clutched my wrist, wincing, the pain and the sting of his words overwhelming me. I couldn’t help but burst into tears.
Under my hand, I noticed a glass shard, stained with blood.
“Go cry somewhere else!” My dad sneered, his voice dripping with disdain.
He didn’t even look at my bleeding wrist.
After that day. I never saw Caden or the werewolf girl again. My dad and stepmother kept a closer watch on
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A few days later, I was deep in sleep when a sharp voice jolted me awake. Thrice’s anger echoed from the main room.
“Someone! Get in here! The brats ran off”
The sound of hurried footsteps filled the air, followed by my father and stepmother’s curses.
“Find them! Find them fast! Damn it, we were so close-”
I jumped out of bed, my heart pounding. I dashed toward the main room, just catching sight of the frantic adults rushing out, clearly searching for the kids.
My chest tightened. Did the boy and the werewolf girl really escape?
I followed quickly, determined to find him.
Luckily, Thrice and the others were too focused on searching with their flashlights. They didn’t notice me following behind.
By the time I reached the cliff, the werewolf girl stood alone–Caden was gone.
Thrice cursed under his breath, running a hand over his bald head before spitting on the ground. “Dammit, this is bad… grab her! Bring her back!”
The men closed in, their eyes gleaming with hunger. They wanted to capture her.
The werewolf girl backed away, her body shaking, her feet slowly inching toward the cliff. Then, without warning, she stepped too far.
“Ah!”
The only sound I heard was her scream as she fell.
I exhaled deeply, trying to pull my thoughts together.
That girl–she must’ve died from the fall.
As for my adoptive father, he had taken me in because I was the daughter of those bandits, knowing everything about that day.
For years, he had been grooming me to become Tessa, to get close to Caden when the time was right. His ultimate goal was to destroy the Eclipse Pack.
I didn’t know what history he had with them.
What I did know was that I loved Caden.
From the moment I laid eyes on him, I was lost. I had fallen for him, utterly and completely.
And I would never do anything to hurt him.
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Timothy lay still in his hospital bed, his body locked in a deep, unyielding slumber.
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I made sure to administer the spiritual stone treatment every day, which kept his right leg from worsening.
But the treatment only slowed the damage–it wasn’t a cure.
“Rosaline, how’s Timothy?” Yura’s voice was full of concern.
I did my best to reassure her. “Don’t worry. I’ve stabilized his condition. Timothy’s doing alright. Hughie told me yesterday that he had booked a ticket to Rivemon. We’ll take Timothy back tomorrow.”
“Great! I’ll get ready now!” Yura’s face lit up with relief.
I nodded and watched her leave. Then, I started packing my things.
“You’re leaving for Rivemon tomorrow?” Caden, who had been sitting quietly nearby, asked.
“Yes,” I said, finishing my packing. “Timothy’s condition can’t wait any longer.” I glanced at Caden, offering a small smile.
Caden stood and walked over to me. “I’ll come with you tomorrow.”
I shook my head. “No, you shouldn’t. You came to Yerkshire to help with the relief effort. You should stay here a few more days. Going back so soon might make Heidi suspicious.”
“Don’t you want me to come with you?” Caden asked, his hands sliding around my waist from behind.
The sudden closeness took my breath away.
His warm breath brushed against my neck, sending a shiver down my spine.
My face flushed.
Why was he being like this?
Timothy was right there!
I quickly pulled Caden into the hallway, trying to regain my composure. “Of course, I want to be with you. But we need to stay focused. You remember Donny, right? He’s probably involved in your father’s accident, and now he’s working with Everett. Heidi has strong ties to Everett too.”
“You’re right,” Caden said, his face hardening.
But when his eyes met mine again, they softened. He gently cupped my cheek, his fingers tracing the curve of my ear.
This man… he was so clingy.
Without warning, he lowered his head and kissed my lips.
Startled, I tried to pull back, but before I knew it, I was melting into the kiss, responding to him.
Feeling my reaction, Caden tightened his embrace and deepened the kiss, his tongue slipping past my lips.
The familiar, intoxicating sensation made me forget everything.
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Time seemed to slip away as our lips and tongues tangled in a fevered dance.
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After what felt like an eternity, I was breathless and managed to pull away, just enough to catch my breath.
Caden looked down at me, a smirk tugging at his lips.
“Did you notice? We’re really in sync now, especially when we kiss.”
I was speechless.
This man… he had no shame!
I shot him a look. “We’re in a hospital, Caden. Someone might see us!”
Caden raised an eyebrow. “So what? I’m kissing my wife. What’s the worst that could happen?”
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He paused for a moment, long enough for me to gather my thoughts. Before I could speak, he placed both hands on my shoulders and locked his gaze with mine. “Rosaline, I want you to marry me tomorrow. I can’t wait any longer.”
I froze, stunned. His eyes met mine, filled with such sincerity, such truth.
But still…
I took a slow breath and forced a smile, teasing him. “You wish. There’s a disaster relief operation in the mountains. No time for this. We’ll talk about marriage once we handle Heidi’s mess. Don’t rush it.”
Caden’s expression darkened at the mention of Heidi. He sighed, nodding in quiet defeat.
The next day, Yura, the others, and I were on a flight back to Rivemon with Timothy.
Before we set off, I stared at the man who came to see us off. A strange feeling tugged at my chest. I’d never felt this kind of attachment before.
“Wait for me. I’ll be back soon,” Caden whispered, kissing my forehead.
My face heated. I nodded. “Okay.”
The plane climbed higher, leaving the earth behind.
During the flight, Yura never let go of Timothy’s hand.
“Timothy, we’re almost to Rivemon. Hughie will help you, and you’ll be back to normal. You just have to hold on, okay?”
Maybe it was Yura’s sincerity, or maybe the Moon Goddess was listening. By noon, while we rested, Timothy’s eyes fluttered open. His voice, weak and fragile, barely reached us. “Where are we?”
“Timothy! You’re awake!” Yura cried, her voice trembling with emotion.
Yura had been holding Timothy’s hand tightly, and the motion startled her.
She threw herself at him, relief and joy mixing in her embrace. Tears welled in her eyes.
“Timothy, you’re awake! You’re finally awake! Thank goodness … I was so worried!”
Timothy furrowed his brow. For a moment, his eyes showed surprise, but it quickly gave way to a neutral indifference. “Yura? What are you doing here?”
Yura, her eyes swollen with tears, looked at him with relief. “I was so worried about you… I’m just glad you’re okay… Timothy, don’t worry. Your leg will be fine. I’m here. I’ll make sure of it.”
Her words were broken, her voice trembling as if trying to convince herself more than him.
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I studied Timothy’s face, sensing something off.
He didn’t seem as thrilled to see her as she was to see him.
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“Timothy, I’m just so relieved you’re awake! You scared me half to death! When I got your call and heard about the earthquake, I didn’t know what to think. I was so worried. Rosaline and I rushed to Yerkshire to find you, and here you are!”
Timothy lowered his gaze to his leg, now heavily bandaged, and sighed. His eyes drifted out toward the window, watching the clouds.
After a long silence, he spoke in a flat tone. “Why save me?”
“What … ” Yura froze, her face a mixture of confusion and shock. “What did you say?”
Timothy looked at her with cold indifference. “I said, why save me? We broke up, didn’t we? We’ve been apart for a while now.”
His voice held no warmth, no emotion, and his gaze had already turned elsewhere. I could tell he was struggling to keep his composure.
What had happened to Timothy?
Yura, shaking with panic, stammered, “No … no, Timothy, that’s not true. I’m just worried about you. You were upset, you didn’t mean to break up with me, right?”
“There is no way you fell for someone else. It’s just an excuse…” she pleaded, her eyes searching his face for some sign of hope.
Timothy closed his eyes, fatigue weighing on him. He paused, counting the seconds before speaking again, his voice distant.
“Didn’t I make it clear before? I’ve fallen for someone else. You don’t need to waste your time on me anymore.”
“No, it’s impossible!” Yura’s face flushed red, her tears falling freely now. “We’ve been together for five years… five years! I’m your fated mate. The Moon Goddess chose us, and our wolves witnessed it. How could you fall for someone else? It’s not possible … it just can’t be!”
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I furrowed my brow, the weight of the tension hanging in the air. I walked over to Yura, placing a hand gently on her shoulder, offering what little comfort I could. “Yura, don’t cry.”
I turned my attention to Timothy, still lying motionless on the stretcher. My voice came out cold, sharp. “Timothy, I didn’t want to say any of this, but you’ve crossed the line with your words.”
“You’ve been teaching in the mountains. The moment she heard about the earthquake, she begged me to come with her and find you. You know the situation there–aftershocks happening nonstop. We risked our lives to find you. Yura almost had an accident while searching for you. Don’t you understand? Can’t you see how much she cares for you?”
Timothy kept his head down, eyes fixed on the ground.
His lips barely moved, but after a moment, he lifted his gaze, his eyes dripping with disdain. “So what?”
He paused briefly, then coldly added, “We’ve broken up. I swore to the Moon Goddess to sever the link we have. The earthquake was my problem. I didn’t ask her to come. I didn’t beg her to risk her life for me. Even if she cried, even if she almost died–so what? That was her choice.”
“No! I can’t accept that!” Yura cried out, her voice frantic. “Why, Timothy? Why are you like this? Tell me why!”
I furrowed my brow again, opening my mouth to speak, but before I could, Ryan shot up, his rage barely contained. His eyes burned with fury as he glared at Timothy.
He pointed at Timothy, his voice seething. “You ungrateful bastard!”
Timothy scoffed, a look of disdain crossing his face. “What? You want to defend Yura now?”
Ryan’s face turned crimson, his fists clenched, ready to lash out. I quickly stepped in, grabbing his wrist before he could make a move.
“Calm down,” I said firmly. “Don’t make this worse. We’ll talk when we get back to Rivemon.”
Despite holding Ryan back, a nagging feeling lingered in my mind. What was really going on with Timothy? There had to be more to this.
Reluctantly, Ryan sank back into his seat, still seething, but unable to argue.
Yura, her eyes red from crying, still wanted answers. But Timothy, closing his eyes, refused to acknowledge her, shutting her down completely.
I sighed quietly, watching the hurt in Yura’s expression.
Three hours later, the plane touched down at Rivemon’s airport.
On the way to the hospital, Timothy remained silent, his eyes closed, not sparing a single w
or Yura.
Once we settled Timothy into his hospital room, I let out a long breath, feeling the weight of the day lift slightly.
Yura, still worried, spoke up. “I wonder when Hughie will get here. Timothy’s leg … ”
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I shot Ryan a frustrated look, my patience running thin. “Enough, Ryan. If you’re done here, go back to the company.”
I noticed Ryan’s expression immediately. He had feelings for Yura, but in her fragile state, he’d only make things worse.
I pushed him out of the hospital with a firm hand.
“Yura, don’t worry,” I said, trying to calm her. “Timothy’s just upset because of the injury. Once Hughie gets here and gets his leg back into shape, you two can talk things through.”
Yura, her eyes still swollen, nodded without a word. “Okay.”
“I’ll call Hughie and check when he’ll be here,” I said, pulling out my phone. I dialed his number.
“Hey, Hughie,” I greeted when he picked up. “When can you get to Rivemon? Yeah, Yura and I just got back today. If you’re close, give me a call and I’ll pick you up.”
“I’ve got my ticket,” Hughie’s voice crackled through the line. “I’ll be in Rivemon tomorrow at one in the afternoon. Just send me the hospital’s address.”
“Got it. Thanks,” I said, hanging up and letting out a relieved breath.
Yura watched me closely, her face still anxious. “What did he say?”
“Don’t worry,” I assured her with a smile. “Hughie will be here tomorrow afternoon to heal Timothy’s leg.”
“That’s a relief,” Yura whispered, her face softening with a faint smile. “I’ll stay with him. You should go home and rest.”
I glanced at the hospital room, my fatigue evident. The past few days had been filled with disaster relief, ar I’d been running back and forth to the hospital.
“Are you sure you can stay here alone with him?” I asked, still uneasy.
Yura smiled weakly and shook her head. “I’m fine. Don’t worry about me. Go get some rest.”
Her resolve was clear. I didn’t argue. I just made a gesture to call if needed, and left.
The moment I stepped into my apartment, I felt the weight of exhaustion lift. I went straight to the bathroom, showered, and slipped into my pajamas, feeling a deep sense of comfort.
It had been a long, exhausting few days.
I flopped onto the bed and picked up my phone, mindlessly scrolling through the web until something caught my eye. A news article about Caden’s visit to the Yerkshire disaster zone.
“Eclipse Pack Leader Personally Aids Relief Efforts.”
At the end of the article was a video of Caden in the disaster zone. His usual stern face softened when he spoke to the elderly and children. His voice grew gentler, his eyes kinder.
I smiled, watching the video.
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Just as this thought crossed my mind, my phone rang. It was Caden.
My heart skipped a beat.
Was this telepathy?
I answered the call.
“Rosaline, are you home?” Caden’s concerned voice came through the line.
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“I just got home, took a shower, and now I’m lying in bed, reading news reports about your disaster relief efforts.” Warmth spread in my heart as I smiled. “You looked pretty handsome on camera. By the way, how’s the situation over there?”
“What’s the point of being handsome.” His voice suddenly turned low, carrying a hint of grievance. “If you aren’t by my side, who am I even looking good for?”
This man!
When did he become so shameless?
Hearing his sweet words, my ears heated up. I couldn’t help but chide him, “Stop it. I’m talking about something serious here.”
“The situation at the disaster zone has stabilized. The focus now is on resettling the survivors. You don’t need to worry.”
After reporting the situation, Caden paused for a few seconds before his deep, magnetic voice came through the receiver again.
“But, Rosaline, I’m serious too. I miss you. I really want to see you right now.”
He had said many sweet things before, but hearing these words still rippled my heart.
His voice grew fainter as sleepiness crept in. I couldn’t even remember when I hung up. The moment my head hit the pillow, I drifted into sleep.
In my dream, I suddenly saw Caden.
We were in the bedroom. He walked over, wrapped his arms around my waist, and whispered in my ear in a deep, husky voice, “Rosaline, I miss you. I want to kiss you.”
His warm breath tickled my ear, sending heat rushing to my face. Then, his lips pressed against mine.
“Mm… “A soft moan escaped my lips as my hands instinctively clutched his collar, pulling him closer. We melted into each other in an entangled embrace.
Suddenly, the alarm clock rang.
I snapped my eyes open, instantly wide awake.
Sitting in bed, I rubbed my forehead, realizing everything was a dream.
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The vivid scenes from my dream flashed through my mind again.
My face heated up. Why did I have a dream like that?
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“Shut up, you pervert.”
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Ugh, it was all Caden’s fault for whispering those sweet nothings last night! When did this man become so good at flirting?
The next morning, I headed to Starplay Entertainment.
I had been away for a while, leaving the casting of “The Call of the Wild‘ in Jasper’s hands. Now that I was back, I first had to check how things were going.
I went straight to Jasper’s office and knocked on the door.
“Come in,” his deep voice responded.
I pushed the door open and entered.
When Jasper saw me, his eyes lit up, and he quickly stood up in surprise. “Rosaline, you’re back?”
“Mm.” I smiled lightly.
“You’ve been gone for so long. I thought you wouldn’t be back for a few more days. How’s the disaster area: You didn’t get hurt, did you?”
Barely seated, I was immediately met with his rapid string of concern.
I took a sip of water and placed my bag aside. “Everything’s fine. Caden is still there, but things are improving. I came back yesterday. Today, I’m here to check if you have things under control. Have all the actors for ‘The Call of the Wild‘ been finalized? Do you have the profiles for me to review?”
Hearing that I was only here to discuss work, the light in Jasper’s eyes dimmed slightly.
“Wait a moment.” He walked over to his desk, grabbed a stack of documents, and handed them to me. His deep gaze fixed on mine. “These are the actors and the director I’ve chosen. Take a look and see if anyone seems unsuitable.”
I took the files and flipped through them carefully.
The director Jasper selected was experienced in filming art–house movies, with a keen eye for visual storytelling and strong actor guidance. There wasn’t much to worry about in that regard. However, when got to the female lead…
quite fit the
I tapped on the actress’s photo and looked up at Jasper. “I’ve seen Jacqueline Prescott’s work before. Most her roles have been in modern dramas. Her gaze is expressive, but her overall aura does female lead’s character.”
“Then who do you think would be a better fit?” Jasper asked seriously.
After a moment of thought, I replied, “I’d suggest replacing her with Naomi Lawrence. She has a pure, versatile quality.”
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I had personally discovered Naomi, so I knew best what kind of roles suited her. Plus, her popularity had skyrocketed ever since she starred in the Eclipse Pack commercial.
Jasper pondered for a moment before nodding. “Alright. The casting isn’t completely finalized yet, so we can still make changes. I’ll call her agent right away.”
As Jasper stepped out to make the call, I idly tapped my fingers on the coffee table when my phone rang. It was Yura.
“Yura, what’s wrong?”
Her voice on the other end sounded teary and anxious. “Rosaline, Timothy is missing! I’ve searched everywhere but can’t find him. What should I do?”
“What?! Timothy is missing?”
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Hearing this shocking news, I immediately sprang up from the sofa, grabbed my bag, and bolted out the door.
As I hurried along, I tried to comfort Yura over the phone. “Don’t panic. I’m on my way. Just wait for me!”
“Rosaline, what happened?” Jasper, noticing my sudden change in expression, quickly hung up his own call and asked with concern.
“I have something urgent to handle. I’ll leave the casting decisions to you for now. Call me if anything comes up!” Without further explanation, I dashed out of his office.
When I arrived at the hospital room, Yura was the only one left inside.
She sat with her hands covering her face, her shoulders trembling uncontrollably as she sobbed.
“What’s going on?” I rushed over and held her by the shoulders.
Yura shook her head repeatedly, her voice trembling as she choked out, “He’s gone. I can’t find him. I searched the entire hospital, inside and out. He’s nowhere to be found. Where could he have gone? Did something happen to him?”
Frowning, I glanced around the room. Sure enough, Timothy was missing.
I gently patted Yura’s back in an attempt to soothe her. “Don’t worry. Let’s go out and look for him again. A park nearby—if he left the hospital, someone must have seen him. Plus, it wouldn’t be easy for him to walk far with his injured leg. He would definitely stand out. Someone must have noticed him.”
Yura managed to suppress her sobs, lifted her head, and nodded at me.
We left the hospital and asked any werewolf we encountered if they had seen Timothy.
But no one had.
Yura and I eventually made our way to the small park nearby. By then, Yura was utterly exhausted. She leaned against the metal bars of a workout station, her eyes filled with helplessness as she scanned the area.
“Timothy, where did you go?”
The park was bustling with people, but Timothy was nowhere to be found.
At that moment, a young werewolf boy approached and tapped Yura’s wrist. He handed her a neatly folded piece of paper and said, “Hi, a boy told me to give this letter to you. He said you shouldn’t look for him.”
Yura instantly became alert, whipping her head around to search for Timothy’s figure. But there was no sign of him.
The young boy had already run off, leaving Yura with mixed emotions and staring at the letter in her hands. She slowly unfolded it, and I leaned in to read it with her.
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“Yura, I am deeply grateful to you and Rosaline for rescuing me from the disaster zone, but I truly don’t love you anymore. Clinging to the past won’t do either of us any good, so let’s break up. I will have already left the hospital by the time you read this letter. Please don’t look for me. Take care of yourself.
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Just a few short sentences, yet they tore Yura’s heart apart. Tears dripped onto the paper one after another.
Yura slowly crouched down, sobbing uncontrollably. “mothy… Why did you leave? What about your leg?!”
I felt terrible for Yura. Her uncle was arriving tomorrow, yet Timothy had chosen to leave at this critical moment. It was clear–he had truly decided to walk away from her.
Yura trembled all over. The departure of her fated mate forced her to endure the agony of both physical and emotional separation.
I had no way to ease her pain, so I could only hold her tightly in my arms.
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At the Wild Pack’s villa.
Michael placed a cup of warm water on my bedside table. “Wendy, even though you’ve been discharged, you need to rest. The doctor said you’re still very weak.
Lying on the bed, I nodded weakly. “I know. I will.”
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Lhad just returned home from the hospital today. The wound on my wrist had mostly healed, but it had left behind an ugly scar–one that was impossible to ignore.
A thought suddenly struck me, and I asked Michael, “Michael, where’s Caden? He hasn’t visited me these past few days.”
Michael hesitated briefly before slowly replying, “Caden went to the disaster relief efforts. He won’t be back for a while. Also …
“Also, what?” I pressed him.
Michael let out a long sigh. “Rosaline is back.”
“Rosaline is back?!” I abruptly sat up, my voice rising sharply. “How did she manage to come back?”
A disaster as massive as the earthquake in Yerkshire couldn’t kill her?
Rosaline was incredibly lucky!
I lowered my gaze, my right hand unconsciously clenching the bedsheet so tightly that my fingers trembled from the force.
Staring at the hideous scar on my wrist, the hatred within me surged once more.
If it weren’t for that wretched Rosaline shamelessly seducing Caden, would I have attempted suicide? Would I be left with such an ugly scar?!
And now, that disgusting Omega dared to return! She came back completely unscathed!
Rosaline!
I will never let you off the hook!
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A whole day had passed, yet there was still no news of Timothy..
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I couldn’t stand watching Yura wear herself out, so I persuaded her to go home and rest. I planned to find another way to track down Timothy
That afternoon, Hughie’s flight arrived in Rivemon right on schedule.
I spotted him in the crowd and waved excitedly. “Hughie!”
He saw me as well and returned the
2 ave. I quickly ran over and took his suitcase from his hand.
Hughie smiled lightly. “What’s the situation with Yura’s boyfriend? Let’s head to the hospital directly.”
At the mention of Timothy, I hesitated briefly before shaking my head. “He broke up with Yura and severed their destined mate bond. He ran away from the hospital yesterday, and we still haven’t been able to find him. Hughie, maybe you should check into a hotel first and rest for a few days.”
Hughie frowned. “Alright then.”
Suddenly, I thought of Sal and decided to test the waters. “By the way, Hughie, I have a question for you.”
When he turned to look at me, I carefully chose my words. “I want to know who Ms. Sal is exactly. Why does everyone keep saying I resemble her? And were you two friends?”
A shadow passed over Hughie’s face at the mention of Sal’s name. He remained silent for a long moment before responding with his own question. “How did you hear about her? Why are you asking?”
I told him everything about my conversation with the old werewolf lady in the mountains.
Hughie lifted his head slightly and said in a detached tone, “Just an old acquaintance from the past, nothing worth mentioning.”
Seeing that Hughie had no intention of sharing more, my curiosity only deepened.
Who exactly was Sal?
Why wouldn’t Hughie talk about her?
Still, this was his private matter, and since he didn’t want to discuss it, I had no right to press further.
Several more days passed, yet Timothy remained missing.
Then, Yura disappeared, too.
After searching for a long time, I finally tracked her down–she had gone to a bar.
I immediately called her. “Yura, what are you doing at a bar? I’ve been calling you over and over! Why didn’t you answer?”
Yura sounded drunk, her words slurring together. “I’m drinking … You don’t need to worry about me …
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“I’m coming to get you.” I hung up and headed straight for the bar we often visited together.
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The moment I stepped inside, I was hit by the chaotic and rowdy atmosphere–werewolves of all kinds were drinking, flirting, and indulging in the night’s revelry.
As I pushed my way through the crowd, my gaze swept the room, searching for Yura. But then, out of the corner of my eye, I spotted a familiar figure.
Annie.
She wore a shimmering, sequin–covered slip dress, leaning against a middle–aged werewolf with golden hair and blue eyes. A coy smile played on her lips as she held a wine glass, feeding him a sip.
Their conversation, carried by the buzz of the bar, reached my sharp cars.
“John, we have a deal, right? If I drink with you, you’ll guarantee me the second female lead role in your next movie?”
“Of course, of course.”
I recognized the man–John, a well–known investor from Fostrau who had financed several movies. His hand was already creeping up Annie’s smooth, fair thigh, his eyes gleaming with lecherous intent.
“As long as you keep me company, it’s all yours.”
Annie forced a smile despite the clear disgust in her eyes. Then, as she turned her head, our gazes locked.
In an instant, Annie’s expression turned ice–cold and severe.
“What are you looking at?” John noticed the change in her demeanor and followed her line of sight.
The moment he saw me, his eyes lit up.
“Well, well.” He clicked his tongue in appreciation, running a thumb over his lips. His gaze darkened with excitement. “She’s stunning. An absolute beauty.”
I felt nauseated and decided to ignore Annie. Right now, finding Yura is my top priority.
But John wasn’t about to let me go that easily. He quickly pushed through the crowd and stopped beside me, flashing what he probably thought was a charming smile.
“Hello, beautiful lady. Are you here alone? How about joining me for a drink?”
He gestured toward his private booth, his eyes unabashedly roaming over me.
I responded coldly, “No, thanks. I’m here to find my friend.”
I turned to walk past him, but John grabbed my wrist and leaned in closer.
Feigning politeness, he said, “No need to rush, my lovely lady. Just one drink with me, and I’ll gladly help you look for your friend.”
Disgusted, I yanked my hand away. “This isn’t Fostrau. Have some respect!”
If I hadn’t been searching for Yura I would have already knocked this filthy werewolf to the ground.
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But John, oblivious to my identity, dared to pull me in his arms and lower his head to kiss me.
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I stomped hard on his foot, making him yelp in pain and let go. The moment he did, I delivered a sharp slap across his face.
I had used a bit of my Alpha strength.
John was sent flying, crashing onto the floor. He remained sprawled for several moments, unable to get up.
I glared at him icily. “Sorry, but I have zero interest in perverts like you. If you don’t want a second slap, I suggest you get out of my way.”
Leaving him groaning on the floor, I turned and walked away without a second glance.
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I had been keeping a close eye on John’s every move.
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This man was a perverted old lecher who liked to spice things up in bed. I had to endure it to gain some minor benefits from him.
But seeing John’s riled–up behavior now, it was clear he had set his sights on Rosaline.
That cheap Omega dares to make a move? Just wait and see how I deal with you later.
John returned to the booth looking furious, his face swollen from Rosaline’s slap. I quickly and tactfully tried to offer him an ice pack.
But John smacked my hand away and snapped, “Get lost!”
I swallowed my anger and leaned in, whispering soothingly, “Mr. John, isn’t it that woman you want? I happen to know her well, and I have a way to help you get her.”
John was still fuming, but my words piqued his interest instantly. “Are you serious?”
“Absolutely.” I nodded earnestly, flashing him a knowing smile.
“What’s your plan?” John narrowed his eyes, his tone laced with suspicion.
I leaned in closer and whispered, “It’s simple. You have to…
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After a brief exchange, John’s eyes lit up with understanding, and he nodded repeatedly.
He reached out and pinched my chin. “Sweetheart, that’s a brilliant idea.”
Seeing that he was convinced, I immediately cozied up to him and cooed, “Then don’t forget what you promised me. Once this is done, the lead role in your next film belongs to me.”
“Don’t worry. As long as I get her, anything is negotiable.” John chuckled lecherously, his disgusting expression making me want to vomit.
But if I could use this to get back at Rosaline while securing my role, why wouldn’t I?
“It’s a deal then.” I high–fived John.
Rosaline, let’s see how you escape my grasp this time!
Rosaline’s POV:
“Yura, stop drinking. Let’s go home.”
The bar was packed at this hour. After much effort, I found Yura slumped in a corner, completely wasted.
“No, I’m not leaving, Let’s drink more. Rosaline, drink with me.” Yura was utterly intoxicated, her face flushed red, reeking of alcohol.
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Does Timothy have a heart of stone? Yura loves him so much and gives him everything, yet he disappears. without a word!
Secing Yura in this state, I had no choice but to drape her arm over my shoulder and slowly help her out
of the bar.
Just then, Caden called me. “Rosaline, where are you?”
I pulled out my phone and raised my voice to respond, I’m at a bar, taking Yura home. She’s had too much to drink. Alright, I’ll talk to you when I get back.”
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After hanging up, I tucked my phone into my pocket and focused on ensuring Yura didn’t stumble or hurt herself.
Two unwelcome figures blocked our way as we reached the bar’s entrance.
John and the bar owner.
John spotted me and immediately pointed a finger, shouting at the bar owner, “Her! It’s her! I just ran into her earlier and offered to buy her a drink. This filthy Omega took the opportunity to steal my necklace! It’s worth 20 million! This happened in your bar, so you’d better take responsibility!”
Annie, standing beside John, nodded in agreement. “That’s right, I saw it too! We’re talking about 20 million here! Boss, if you let this Omega go just like that, you’ll be the one footing the bill.”
John glared at me viciously before turning to the bar owner and ordering, “Call the police! Get this Omega arrested and make her compensate for my loss!”
Annie clicked her tongue and folded her arms, watching me with a smug expression full of mockery.
“Oh my, isn’t this Rosaline? Weren’t you riding high before? What happened? Now that you don’t have Eclipse Pack backing you, you’ve fallen so low that you’re resorting to stealing in a bar? Then again, 20 million isn’t a small amount. I bet that necklace will keep you living comfortably for a while.”
I narrowed my eyes and smirked at Annie.
This idiot. After all this time, she’s still just as brainless.
“And aren’t you here serving drinks to customers? Should you really be worrying about my business?”
“You!” Annie’s face turned red with anger as she glared at me, but in the end, she just huffed and turned away, then urged the bar owner again.
“You heard Mr. John. A 20–million–dollar necklace is enough to keep her locked up for three to five years. Call the cops already! Or do you want to risk having your bar shut down?”
I frowned at John and Annie. To me, they looked like a pair of barking dogs right now.
I carefully seated Yura on a high stool before reaching for my necklace. I unclasped it, holding it up for them to see. “This necklace? It’s worth 100 million. Do you really think I’d be interested in some measly 20–million–dollar trinket?”
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Annie looked down, only to see the dazzling necklace my hand. Her face immediately turned an ugly shade of pale.
John, being no stranger to luxury, exchanged glances with her before Annie spoke up first. “Who knows if your necklace is even real? Just because you say it’s worth 100 million doesn’t mean it is! Besides, even owning an expensive necklace doesn’t mean you wouldn’t steal someone else’s! Who can vouch for you?”
“Exactly! If you claim you didn’t steal’the necklace, open your bag and let us check!” John demanded, his face flushed with anger.
“Fine.” I shrugged indifferently and opened my purse wide, displaying its contents for all to see.
Inside was nothing but a pair of earrings and a pack of tissues, nothing resembling John’s so–called stolen
necklace.
I smirked and tilted my head slightly. “Satisfied?”
“This …” Annie’s expression turned deathly pale, her disbelief evident.
I caught the flicker in her eyes and couldn’t help but find it amusing. Deliberately, I suggested, “Since you’ve seen nothing in my bag, who’s to say that you two weren’t the ones playing a trick here? If you don’t mind…”
I turned my gaze to Annie. “Why don’t we check your bag? Who knows, we might find the missing necklace in there.”
“That’s impossible! How could the necklace be in my bag?!” Annie stiffened, her voice rising in panic. She, hastily unzipped her purse to prove her innocence, only to freeze in shock.
There it was, the ruby necklace, sitting right inside her bag.
“No! This can’t be! It wasn’t me! I swear it wasn’t me!” Annie’s voice cracked with panic.
“Well, now the truth is out.” I curved my lips into a cold smile. “Looks like we all know who the real thief is.”
When Annie approached earlier, trying to slip the necklace into my bag while I was distracted with Yura, I had noticed. With a swift move, I returned the favor and slipped it back into hers.
With my Alpha reflexes, someone as slow–witted as her never could catch on.
And yet, she still thought she could frame me? How naive.
John’s face darkened in an instant. He turned to Annie, his eyes full of fury. “What’s the meaning of this! You were trying to steal my necklace!”
“No, no! It wasn’t me! I didn’t do it!” Annie’s voice trembled as she desperately tried to defend herself.
I had no interest in their squabbling. Just as I was about to tell them to get lost, a familiar deep voice rang out from a distance. “Stealing someone else’s property and framing another person, both of which are criminal offenses. With a necklace worth two million, I’d say, Ms. Annie, you’re looking at a long stay behind bars.”
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My heart skipped a beat.
I instinctively turned around, and sure enough, a tall and commanding figure was approaching us.
It was Caden!
Wasn’t he supposed to still be in Yerkshire? Why was be back so suddenly?
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Sensing my confusion, Caden curved his lips into a subtle smile and coldly instructed the muscular werewolf bodyguards at his side. “Take Ms. Annie to the police station. As for Mr. John, why don’t you also accompany her for a statement?”
The moment his words fell, two werewolf bodyguards immediately stepped forward. They grabbed Annie, dragging her out of the bar despite her protests. -Intimidated by Caden’s commanding presence, John didn’t dare say another word and slinked away quietly.
With the commotion settled, I let out a sigh of relief and turned to Caden. “Why did you suddenly come back? You didn’t even give me a heads–up.”
“I missed you, so I came back.” Caden reached out, ruffling my hair affectionately. Then, leaning in, he murmured near my ear, “By the way, your little sleight of hand trick back there was quite impressive.”
The warmth of his breath against my skin sent a shiver down my spine, and my face involuntarily heated up. “So you saw everything.”
The switch had been seamless. I was sure Annie hadn’t noticed, yet Caden had caught it all.
“Of course, I saw it.” He arched a brow, amusement dancing in his eyes. “I called earlier just to check where, you were. Never expected to witness such an entertaining show.”
He stepped closer, hands resting on my waist.
Our eyes locked, the space between us narrowing to nothing.
“But you know what? This is exactly why I like you.” His fingers gently brushed aside a strand of hair from my face, tucking it carefully behind my ear.
“Did you miss me?”
His deep voice sent warmth through me, making my ears burn.
To say I hadn’t missed him would have been a lie.
After a brief pause, I tiptoed and kissed his forehead softly.
“They say absence makes the heart grow fonder. I missed you too.”
Caden blinked in surprise before his lips curved into a slow, satisfied smile. He wrapped his arms around me tighter, resting his chin on my shoulder.
“Then just stay still for a moment. Let me hold you like this.”
I chuckled softly and playfully pushed him away. “Alright, let’s take Yura home first. This isn’t exactly the best place for sweet talk.”
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Caden reluctantly released me. I helped Yura, still completely intoxicated, onto her feet, and together, the three of us made our way out of the bar.
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At the Werewolf police station, I sat on pins and needles. If I were genuinely convicted of theft, with an amount as high as 20 million, my life would be ruined,
It must have been Rosaline who set me up!
That shameless Omega wench!
Just then, a werewolf officer walked in with a man in a black suit and glasses. “Annie, you’re free to go.”
“Really?” I looked up in surprise.
“This gentleman has vouched for you and paid the fine on your behalf. You are now free to leave.”
The officer knocked on the door, repeated himself mechanically, then walked away, leaving only the bespectacled werewolf standing at the entrance.
He adjusted his glasses. “Ms. Annie, I’m here to help. Someone asked me to pay your fine and bail you out because they want to meet you.”
“Meet me?” I pointed at myself in confusion. Then, noticing the werewolf’s gaze, I grew wary. “Who wants to see me?”
“You’ll find out soon enough.”
The werewolf led me to a hotel room labeled 3103 and nodded at me before leaving.
I was full of doubt. Who had saved me?
Taking a deep breath, I knocked on the door.
“Come in!” A young female werewolf’s voice called out. It sounded familiar.
I pushed the door open, and I froze upon seeing the woman inside..
Sitting elegantly on the couch was Wendy, the heiress of the Wild Pack.
“Annie.” Wendy lifted her gaze. “Come in.”
So, she was the one who had saved me.
But why was she suddenly being so kind?
Choosing my words carefully, I asked, “Ms. Crawford, did you bail me out?”
“Yes.” Wendy nodded decisively. “I know you were framed, right? Was it Rosaline?”
Her words struck a chord in my heart, making my nose tingle with grievance. I nodded emotion.
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This foolish woman would be easy to manipulate.
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I walked over and patted Annie’s hand in a comforting manner. “I know you’ve suffered a lot. Don’t worry, I’ll help you.”
“You’ll help me?” Annie looked at me with hope but also a hint of suspicion. “What’s the catch?”
“Help me get rid of Rosaline. We both have our own goals. If you assist me in eliminating her, I can help you become an international superstar.”
Annie despised Rosaline with a passion. How could she not be tempted by my offer?
“Alright!” Annie agreed firmly.
Seeing how quickly she accepted, I knew I had her in the bag.
Rosaline, you wait!
However, Annie alone wasn’t enough.
I needed more leverage.
The following day, I arrived at Starplay Entertainment.
Jasper was organizing some documents in his office. When he saw me, he paused slightly.
“Jasper, may I have a word?” I stepped inside.
Jasper’s expression remained indifferent. “Ms. Crawford of the Wild Pack, what brings you to me?”
“Let’s not beat around the bush.” I sat down on the couch and looked at him. “I know you have feelings for Rosaline. Why don’t we work together? If you help me get Caden, then Rosaline will be yours.”
Jasper chuckled coldly at my words.
Leaning against his desk, he met my gaze and said flatly, “Ms. Crawford, with all due respect, you’re being naive. If Caden and Rosaline could be separated with just a few words from us, you wouldn’t need to come to me.”
Of course, I knew that. Otherwise, why would I be here?
I clenched my hands slightly, steadied my nerves, and maintained my smile. “So?”
Jasper shook his head, his eyes cold. “So, I’m not interested in working with you. I like Rosaline but would never use such despicable means to win her over. You’ve got the wrong person.”
His rejection was clear, and it disappointed me.
Didn’t he love Rosaline? He once proposed to her on a live broadcast in front of the entire werewolf continent. Later, the host revealed that he was serious about it.
Yet Rosaline had met his sincerity with ruthless rejection.
“If there’s nothing else, Ms. Crawford, please leave.” Jasper unceremoniously dismissed me.
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I shot up from the couch, glaring at him. “Jasper, I hope you won’t regret your decision someday.”
With that, I stormed out.
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When I got home, my phone buzzed with a call from Jasper. “Rosaline, are you home?”
“I just got back. What’s up?” I asked, bending down to change my shoes.
“It’s about The Call of the Wild‘ launching ceremony. I come and discuss it with you in person,” he replied before ending the call.
Twenty minutes later, the doorbell rang.
When I pulled the door open, I saw Jasper’s tall figure standing at my doorstep.
“Come in,” I said with a small smile.
Jasper gave a slight nod before walking inside. “Three days from now, the company will hold the movie’s launching ceremony. You and I both need to be there to demonstrate how significant this film is to us. Will you be available?”
“That fast?” I rubbed my forehead. This had completely slipped my mind because I was so busy these days.
Jasper responded with a serious expression. “It’s not that fast. If it’s too late, we won’t make it in time for the International Film Festival.”
I pondered for a while before saying, “Alright, I understand. ‘The Call of the Wild‘ is the screenplay I wrote. Of course, I’ll be there.”
After speaking about business, Jasper glanced at me with a hopeful expression. “You haven’t had dinner yet, have you? Do you want to grab a bite together?”
I shook my head and refused, “No, thanks.”
It had been a long, exhausting day. All I wanted was some quiet time at home to unwind.
For a brief moment, his eyes dimmed as if he had something else to say. But before he could, a sudden ‘knock echoed through the room, followed by Caden’s charismatic voice. “Rosaline!”
I froze for half a second. Caden? Why is he suddenly come here?
Pulling open the door, I asked, “Why are you here?”
His eyes flickered past me, landing on Jasper in the living room. His expression immediately turned sour.
“Jasper, what are you doing here this late?”
This rich guy was jealous again!
I knew Caden’s personality too well. It wasn’t even that late, but he just had to say something like that. If this wasn’t jealousy, then what else could it be?
I patiently stated, “We were just talking about work.”
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“Yeah, we’re done.” I shrugged.
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“Since you’ve finished talking, Jasper, why are you still here?” Caden unceremoniously issued an eviction order with a severe tone.
Seeing how his jealousy was escalating, I could only sigh in resignation. Turning to Jasper, I said, “You should head back. I’ll be at the launching ceremony on time.”
Jasper rose to his feet, his usually composed face clouded with a hint of disappointment. “Alright. I’ll see you then.”
As soon as the door clicked shut, I spun–around–and–shot Caden a glare. “Jasper came here to talk about work! What are you so jealous of? You even chased him out!”
Caden reached out and drew me into his embrace; his deep voice dropping lower as he leaned in, “Am I not supposed to be jealous when I see another man chatting so happily with my wife?”
I furrowed my eyebrows. “What are you even saying?” But before I could protest further, he suddenly tilted my chin up and kissed me.
“Mm, you …
The rest of my words were swallowed by his kiss, forceful and domineering. His lips pried mine open with ease, his tongue slipping past my teeth.
Perched on his lap, my head instinctively tilted back, my fingers tightening around his shoulders. His suit was now wrinkled beneath my grip.
“Rosaline …
When he kissed me, his hands were no longer content to stay still. It trailed along my waist as his fingertips toyed with the hem of my gown. “I miss you so much
The moment those words left his lips, Caden swept me into his arms and strode straight into the bedroom where he lay me down on the bed.
Caden lowered his head. His gaze was unwavering, dark, and intense as he studied me seriously. His fingers traced the curve of my face, gliding down to my neck, then lower, brushing over my collarbone in a slow, deliberate caress. Then, he kissed my scarlet lips again, but this time it was compassionate rather than demanding.
“Alpha, let’s mate tonight.” Freya’s voice echoed through my soul, laced with yearning.
I felt Freya’s sexual arousal deep within me, and my heart clenched abruptly. Was this the night when Caden and I taking the next step?
His hands pushed the hem of my nightgown higher. His warm palm cupped my breasts, and the next second, his tongue flicked over my nipple, circling nonstop, drawing out sensations so intense that my whole body trembled.
Heat surged through my vagina, and in an instant, I felt a slick warm fluid gather between my thighs.
Oh, Moon Goddess, this was the first time a man’s kiss had ever made me this aroused.
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As his hand drifted downward to my lower body, a sudden jolt of awareness shot through me. My hand instinctively reached out to stop him.
I tried hard to open my eyes. My blurry, half–lidded eyes stared at him.
My breath was shaky as I struggled to find my voice, “Caden, I know you want me. I want you too… but, not yet. Don’t do this yet, okay.”
“Alpha, what are you doing?! I want to mate with him. Why are you stopping? Why are you rejecting him?” Freya howled within me, furious and desperate.
I forced myself to suppress Freya’s primal instincts. Tugging my nightgown back down, I gently pushed Caden away and sat up.
My refusal made Caden frozen in place as if he wasn’t sure how to respond.
I was entirely sober now, so I took a long breath and spoke quietly, “Didn’t you promise you’d respect me?”
The fire in his eyes didn’t wane. His voice was hoarse and raw with frustration as he said, “But I can’t wait even a second longer.”
I stepped off the bed, strolled toward the window, and gazed at the moon hanging high in the night sky before replying calmly, “We can’t do it now, Caden. You made me a promise. You must keep your word
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Caden sat on the bed, his gaze locked onto me for what felt like an eternity.
“Alright.” At last, he let out a simple word.
A quiet sigh of relief slipped from my lips as Caden finally relented.
He pushed himself up from the bed and moved toward me with a resigned expression.
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I felt a twinge of guilt when I saw him silently enduring it. Gently, I reached out, my fingers brushing over his shoulder before I leaned against him. Tilting my head up, I met his eyes and murmured, “We have plenty of time. No need to rush, right?”
Caden turned his head slightly, then pressed a soft kiss against my forehead. His voice was low but steady. “Mm. There’ll be plenty of time for that later.”
Jasper’s PQV:
I stepped out of Rosaline’s house, my footsteps slow as wandered under the dim glow of the streetlamp.
I had a direct view of her living room window from here. I couldn’t help but glance up. The bright light behind the glass was still on.
Right now, she was probably with Caden. Perhaps the two of them still..
A bitter emotion burst through my heart. The thought alone sent a dull ache through my chest.
I shook my head, forcing the thoughts away, but a self–deprecating smile curled on my lips.
Still, the image wouldn’t leave me. Rosaline might be snuggling in Caden’s arms at this time, and the two of them were whispering sweet words meant only for each other. An invisible weight pressing against my heart, suffocating and relentless.
My fingers curled into fists, and my nails biting into my palms. The sting anchored me back to reality.
Somehow, out of nowhere, Wendy’s voice echoed in my mind.
“Let’s work together. You help me get Caden, and Rosaline will be yours.”
Rosaline will be yours … ” That statement kept repeating
“Rosaline will be yours… Rosaline will be yours… Rosaline will be yours … itself in my thoughts.
Irritation clawed at my chest. After inhaling sharply, I raised a hand and smacked my face.
Jasper, what the fuck were you thinking?!
I refused to spare another glance at Rosaline’s window. Pushing down the turmoil surging inside me, and hurriedly left.
Rosaline’s POV
Yura and I had been searching for any trace of Timothy for days now. I felt bad as I saw Yura’s face become increasingly haggard.
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“Rosaline, where do you think Timothy has gone?” Her feddened eyes welled with fatigue.
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I sighed quietly in my heart and reassured her, “Yura, go get some rest first. Don’t worry, I’ll help you find Timothy.”
“Really?” She bit her lip,
I nodded firmly and guided her toward the bed to let her have a good rest. “You need your strength if you want to keep searching for him.”
I watched Yura fall asleep before leaving, and as soon as I took a few steps, I received a call from a werewolf bodyguard. “Ms. Sinclair, we’ve found Timothy!”
I was overjoyed. “Are you serious? Where is he?”
“He’s in Brooksdale.” The bodyguard quickly relayed Timothy’s exact location.
“Um, um… alright. I see. I’m heading over now!” I responded without hesitation, then immediately rushed back to the hotel where Yura was staying.
I poked Yura’s shoulder. “Yura, wake up! We found Timothy!”
The second she heard his name, her eyes flew open, and she shot upright in bed.
“Really? Where is he now?”
“The werewolf bodyguard searching for Timothy said that someone spotted him on the outskirts of Brooksdale. Given his condition, he can’t have gone far Brooksdale isn’t too far from here. If we leave now, we’ll be there in an hour or two at most!”
Yura instantly regained her energy. She grabbed my arm and pulled me toward the door. “Let’s go! Hurry!”
Yura’s POV:
Rosaline drove very fast. In less than an hour, we arrived in Brooksdale.
The moment I spotted the werewolf bodyguard, I hurriedly asked, “Where is Timothy?”
A middle–aged werewolf stood beside the bodyguard and spoke up. “I saw the man you’re looking for once, while I was fishing in the outskirts. It’s only about a 30–minute drive from here. Oh, there’s also an artificial lake nearby. It’s easy to find.”
The moment I finally got a clue about Timothy, a whirlwind of emotions surged through me. I didn’t know whether to cry or laugh. Without realizing it, I grabbed Rosaline’s hand and squeezed tightly.
She gave my back a reassuring pat, then turned to ask the middle–aged werewolf for the exact location of the artificial lake, and drove straight there.
The outskirts were quiet, almost deserted at this hour. The moment we stepped out of the car, we split up to search for any sign of Timothy.
I walked up a small hillside.
At the top of it stood a cabin, its exterior worn and weathered. It looked like a place no one would ever live
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However, I thought this cabin was a bit strange. So, I walked up to the door. My fingers were just about to push it open when a loud noise suddenly erupted from inside. It sounded like a metal basin clattering to the floor.
There was someone inside!
I shoved the cabin’s door open without thinking twice,nd the first thing I noticed was Timothy standing right there, equally stunned.
His right leg was haphazardly bandaged, the gauze already yellowed. It seemed that the wound had not been properly treated for several days.
Tears welled up in my eyes. In a heartbeat, I closed the distance between us, throwing my arms around him in a tight embrace.
“Timothy… I finally found you!”
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