Chapter 661 Naomi Is Missing
A crowd of reporters surrounded me in an instant. The atmosphere was so intense it was almost suffocating.
“Ms. Sinclair, do you have any explanation regarding your company’s artist Naomi recently?”
“Does Starplay Entertainment interfere in the personal lives of its artists?”
“Are the things circulating online true? Can you respond to them?“.
I lightly frowned, my eyes squinting against the constant flashing of cameras.
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I didn’t speak until the questions around me gradually quieted down. Then I raised my gaze and said calmly, “We have already stated before–please do not excessively focus on the personal lives of our artists. The youth campus drama featuring Naomi and Jasper is about to wrap up. Please focus on that instead.”
After finishing, I ignored the rest of the questions. The company staff had already come out to receive me and also blocked off the surrounding media reporters.
At that moment, my phone rang. Looking down, I saw it was Sandra.
“What’s wrong?” For some reason, I had a bad feeling in my heart.
“Naomi is missing! She never showed up at the set today. I called and messaged her, but she hasn’t responded.”
Sandra’s side was a bit noisy too, but it couldn’t cover up the anxiety in her voice.
“When was the last time you saw Naomi? Where?” I frowned and asked.
There was a pause as Sandra seemed to move to a quieter place, then continued, “I didn’t see her yesterday. The last person who saw her should be Jasper.”
“Where are you now?” I gestured to the assistant beside me, who nodded and ran into the building.
“I’m heading to Naomi’s apartment. I don’t know if she’s there.”
“Okay, I’ll come over in a bit.” I responded and had already stepped into the company building.
Just then, Jasper came out of the elevator with his assistant. When he saw me, he looked momentarily stunned.
“What’s wrong?” Jasper snapped back to attention and quickly walked over.
“You didn’t go to the set today?” I stopped and asked.
“My scenes are in the afternoon. I was just about to head out,” Jasper replied, then looked up and noticed the crowd of faris and reporters blocking the entrance to the company. His brows furrowed. “What’s going on? Why are there so many media outside?”
“You saw Naomi yesterday, right?” I motioned with my eyes for Jasper to follow me,
“Yes, I had Sandra take her home yesterday.” Jasper looked confused, as if he didn’t understand why I was
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“She didn’t show up on set today. Sandra just contacted me,” I said.
Honestly, I was worried. Naomi had been kidnapped once before.
Jasper’s expression turned serious. “How could this happen? I just didn’t contact her yesterday.”
“Let’s check her apartment first.”
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I sighed inwardly. Naomi hadn’t been acting for long, but she was always very professional. She’d never skipped work like this.
As we talked, we headed to the underground parking lot. I got the car and drove Jasper toward Naomi’s apartment.
Starplay Entertainment wasn’t far from her place. We arrived almost at the same time as Sandra.
Because of work, Sandra had a key to Naomi’s apartment. She rang the doorbell first, and when there was no response, she unlocked and opened the door.
The room was tidy, showing no signs of forced entry. The sight made us all exchange uneasy glances.
“How could this be …” Sandra’s face paled.
I was a little shocked too. Could it really be another kidnapping like last time?
“Should we call the police?” Sandra asked, just as her phone suddenly rang.
“It’s Naomi!” She lit up with joy and quickly answered. “Naomi! Where are you right now? Why haven’t you answered your phone or replied to any messages?”
There was no immediate reply from the other side. After a brief silence, Naomi’s slightly hoarse voice came through. “Who are you?”
Sandra froze, caught off guard, then looked at me. I gestured for her to hand me the phone.
“Naomi, it’s Rosaline. Where are you right now?” I asked, steadying my tone.
Naomi’s voice didn’t sound like she’d been kidnapped–more like she was sick or something.
“I …” Naomi gave a soft hum, and then we heard rustling sounds from the other end. “I’m at home
I froze. At home? But weren’t we standing in her apartment right now?
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“I just remembered–she has another apartment. She must be staying there.” Sandra suddenly slapped her forehead and spoke hurriedly.
Meanwhile, Naomi’s call had also inexplicably disconnected, but once we were sure she hadn’t been kidnapped, we all breathed a sigh of relief.
“Let’s go check there,” I said helplessly, turning to Jasper beside me. “You should head to the set first.”
“We’re still on time. I’ll go with you, just in case,” Jasper aid with a faint glimmer in his eyes, flashing me a gentle smile.
“As long as it doesn’t delay you.” I nodded.
Half an hour later, we arrived at Naomi’s new apartment. We knocked on the door for a while, but no one answered from inside.
“Naomi!” Sandra called out, worry creeping into her expression.
“You don’t know the code?” I asked, noticing the keypad lock on the door.
I really don’t,” Sandra replied, shrugging helplessly.
Just then, we heard a sound from inside. The door slowly opened, revealing Naomi’s face.
Seeing that she wasn’t hurt, Sandra sighed in relief and stepped into the room. “What happened to you? Na
But before she could finish, her eyes swept across the floor–there were empty liquor bottles everywhere, with various items scattered in disarray.
“What have you been doing in here?” I took a step forward, and a strong smell of alcohol hit me, making me frown. “How much did you drink?”
Naomi had collapsed on the sofa, lazily lifting her eyes. She seemed to have a headache, her brows furrowed, but she didn’t immediately answer.
“Naomi.” I called her name again, more firmly.
“Rosaline …” Naomi coughed. When she raised her hand, she accidentally knocked over a bottle on the table. It shattered on the ground, the remaining alcohol splashing everywhere.
“Naomi, are you out of your mind?!” I finally lost my patience, stepped forward, and grabbed her wrist.
But Naomi ignored me and murmured faintly, “Is he in this much pain now too?”
“What did you say?” I was completely confused. Seeing the look on her face, I couldn’t help but ask.
Naomi lowered her head, completely dejected and disheveled. Her eyes were red, her voice was hoarse, and she cried out to me, “His head must be hurting like this too, right? It really hurts. Rosaline, why does it hurt so much… ”
She seemed like she wanted to reach out and hug me, but in the end, she flung my hand away and
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I turned to look at Jasper and Sandra standing by the door. Jasper had clearly caught on too. He leaned in
and whispered to Sandra, “Let’s give them some space. Let Rosaline handle this.”
Sandra looked at Naomi and could only sigh helplessly before retreating with Jasper.
“I’ll wait for you downstairs,” Jasper said to me before leaving.
I nodded and turned my gaze back to Naomi.
She was staring intently at the closed door, then let out faint, bitter smile. “He’s really such a gentle person…”
I sat beside her and glanced at the time on my phone. Is it Samuel?”
Naomi didn’t respond. She just stared silently at the bottles on the coffee table.
“Have you gone to see Samuel? How is he doing now?” asked softly.
I had seen the news about Samuel’s car accident but hadn’t paid it much attention. Seeing Naomi like this now, I could only guess it was related to him.
“I… I went to see him. He’s still in a coma,” Naomi stammered.
Her expression made me suspicious. “So what? You got drunk and skipped work–what exactly are you trying to do?”
I fixed my eyes on her, studying her carefully. After a few seconds, I said more firmly, “Don’t tell me you’re trying to stage some kind of melodramatic act, trying to feel his pain for yourself.”
Naomi’s body stiffened–clearly, I had hit the mark.
I immediately understood and let out a sigh, my voice turning cold. “Naomi, are you insane? Here you are
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But before I could finish, Naomi suddenly threw herself into my arms, wrapping her arms tightly around my waist.
“Rosaline, I’m such a horrible person. Why am I like this … If I hadn’t broken up with Samuel, this wouldn’t- have happened to him … ” she choked out, her voice trembling.
“What do you mean by that?” I suddenly felt overwhelmed by the amount of information packed into that one sentence and couldn’t react right away.
I patted her back gently, trying to comfort her. “What exactly happened between you and Samuel?”
“I lied to him.” Naomi lifted her head, her face full of anguish, and continued, “I never liked him …”
“Then why did you agree to date him? You’ve been together for quite a while, haven’t you? Naomi, you’d better explain this clearly,” I said, staring at her in disbelief.
Thad always thought Naomi and Samuel were truly in love. I never imagined there was more to it.
“Yeah. If I didn’t like him, why did I sav ves Naomi covered her face, her thin shoulders trembling. She
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looked so fragile and lost. “Rosaline, I’ve liked Jasper for a long time now.”
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I was caught off guard inside and finally figured out what had been making me uneasy.
I knew Naomi’s personality well, so I wasn’t shocked when she seemed a little off after Samuel confesserf his feelings.
Letting out a quiet breath, I stared at Naomi with some lisapproval. “So, you’re only dating Samuel to get a reaction out of Jasper?”
She gave a small nod. “That’s right.”
“Does Jasper even know how you feel about him?”
I couldn’t tell when Naomi’s feelings had begun to stir, so I needed to hear it from her.
“He’s aware. But he told me I’m like a younger sister to him,” she looked away as she spoke, her voice barely above a whisper. “He already has someone he likes.”
“Naomi, I didn’t think you’d act this way. What about what happened at the bar?” My words made her pause. Her fingers tightened slightly on her lap.
“It’s all on me. I ended up hurting Samuel,” she whispered.
My phone buzzed, and after glancing at the screen, I spoke calmly. “If you don’t like Samuel, what are you doing now? I heard he crashed his car trying to avoid a drunk driver. How is that tied to you?”
“I haven’t answered his texts. He keeps reaching out,” Naomi said, eyes fixed on the floor.
“Naomi, look at me,” I said clearly, pulling her attention back to me. “You have ended things with Samuel, and you’ve visited him. Then, there’s nothing left between you two.”
I paused for a moment, then said clearly, “Then why are you upset?”
“I just feel bad. If he hadn’t looked at his phone, maybe he could have avoided it…” Naomi trailed off, her words growing softer until they faded completely.
I leaned back, resting against the sofa. “Is it really guilt? Why is it that I don’t see the slightest trace of guilt in your expression?”
She stiffened like someone had cast a spell over her.
I kept going. “Didn’t you ask earlier why you were hurting so much? Whether it was from the drinks or because …”
I tapped the spot over Naomi’s chest. “Is this where it hurt?”
She opened her lips, but no sound came out,
“Try asking yourself, and you can also ask your wolf, what really matters to you.” I let out a tired breath. Sometimes, people outside the problem could see things more clearly than those stuck in it.
Naomi didn’t say a word.
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don’t go dragging yourself through this,” I said, raising y feet. “Have you decided yet? If so, pull yourself together and get to the filming site. I didn’t work this hard to back your career just so you could laze around all day.”
After that, I couldn’t hide the irritation in my voice.
Naomi blinked up at me, her face puzzled.
Then, tears quietly filled her eyes.
I frowned. Why was she crying again?
“But his mom told me not to go near him…” Naomi mombled.
“Did Samuel himself ever say that?” I rubbed my forehead, suddenly overwhelmed by how tangled human feelings could get.
“If those words really came from him, then fine, cut all contact. But if he didn’t say it himself… “I laid a hand gently on her shoulder, my tone softer now.
“I only saw Samuel one time, but it was clear to me that he loves you deeply.”
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He loves me.
Rosaline’s words struck me like a hammer, echoing in my thoughts.
Memories of my time with Samuel came rushing back.
“Naomi, I like you.”
“Anything related to you matters to me.”
“I’ll wait until the day you truly love me.”
Tears began to form in my eyes, but a faint smile crept onto my face.
Oh, Moon Goddess, how foolish I was to reject his deep love and pursue something beyond my reach.
Indeed, I have feelings for Samuel, not out of any sense of obligation, but because I’ve become so used to having him in my life, even though I refused to admit it.
Rising to my feet, I clenched my fist at my side.
“Thanks, Rosaline,” I said, turning toward Rosaline, my lip trembling.
I need to hear it directly from Samuel, even if it means truly parting ways.
At my words, a genuine smile broke across Rosaline’s face.
“I’m going to meet Samuel,” I said with determination.
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I gave a slight nod.
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Before I could speak, Naomi, who had been standing in front of me, suddenly rushed off to the restroom, the sound of her vomiting echoing from within.
I shook my head, a bitter smile tugging at my lips.
She had already consumed quite a bit of alcohol, and now her emotions were in turmoil, causing her body to revolt in response.
The ongoing sounds of her vomiting made my brows furrow. Glancing at the scattered bottles on the floor, I couldn’t help but silently curse Naomi in my mind.
“Alpha, are you talking bad about her?” Freya teased with a playful grin.
“I never realized how complicated feelings could be,” I answered, only to be met with a burst of laughter from Freya.
“The person involved is always the most confused. You with Caden, are no different from this girl,” she
remarked.
I rolled my eyes inwardly at Freya’s words.
Naomi emerged from the restroom, her face drained of color. Upon seeing my disapproving expression, she nervously ran her fingers through her hair.
“Are you really going to meet him looking like this?” I gave Naomi a quick once–over and asked.
“I’ll clean up,” she murmured softly.
I said, shaking my head with a sigh, “Just take care of yourself. The company will give you a few days off, so make sure to have a proper talk with Samuel.”
Naomi’s face brightened with surprise at my words, but then she quickly looked regretful. “I’m sorry, Rosaline.”
I replied firmly, “If you’re sorry, then show it by working hard. Naomi, this is your last chance. If you dare skip work or act recklessly again, the company won’t waste any more resources on you. Understand?”
Naomi nodded vigorously, even raising her hand as if swearing, “I promise to work hard from now on! I won’t let the company down for investing in me.”
“Enough with the excuses, just focus on how you’re going to face him later,” I said, tapping her forehead gently with a serious tone.
Naomi’s eyes shifted for a moment before a small smile finally appeared on her face. “I don’t expect him to forgive me. I just want to apologize for how immature I was back then.”
“Once you’ve settled your matters, let me know. There’s been a lot of talk about you online. While the company has done its best with public relations, the impact is not significant. Ultimately, you might have
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“I’m sorry for all the trouble this has caused the company. I’ll make a statement,” Naomi said, blinking at
- mc.
I didn’t respond further and turned to leave.
Downstairs, Jasper and Sandra were still waiting. As soon as they saw me, Sandra rushed over.
“What happened? What’s going on?”
“It’s all settled,” I said with a shake of my head. After a brief pause, I added, “There’s been a lot of public opinion swirling online recently, and it’s been affecting her.”
My company doesn’t interfere with the personal matters of its artists, so I didn’t share all the details either.
Sandra immediately connected the dots and nodded, understanding Naomi’s recent odd behavior.
“Let her take a few days to rest and get her mind back on track. I’ll speak with the director’s team about the situation,” I said, glancing over at Jasper. “It’ll be a bit of a burden on you for now. We might need to separate your scenes and shoot them in advance.”
Jasper gave a slight nod, his gaze locked on my face.
Recalling Naomi’s words, I held Jasper’s stare.
He appeared taken aback for a brief moment, but by the time he reacted, I had already turned my eyes elsewhere. “We should get back to work,” I said.
“I’ll give you a ride,” Jasper said, swiftly pulling open the car door.
I immediately shook my head. “There’s no need. I will head back with Sandra. You go on to the set.”
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As I watched the car drive away, a bitter sigh escaped me. I turned to get into my car, only to spot Naomi coming down from upstairs.
Our eyes met briefly, and Naomi was the first to break the silence, giving me a nod.
“How are you feeling?” I asked.
“Much better,” Naomi replied, her voice still a bit raspy from clearing her throat. “I’m sorry for taking off so suddenly. I must have caused you a lot of trouble.”
“No, I should apologize. I’ve caused you quite a bit of trouble,” I said with calm sincerity.
“Yeah, sorry about that,” Naomi repeated her apology.
At a loss for words, we both fell silent, just looking at each other.
As I wondered whether to ask Naomi where she was headed, she spoke up unexpectedly. “Thank you, Jasper.”
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“Thank me for what?” I asked, confused.
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“Consider it a thank you for helping me understand so much,” Naomi said. Before I could respond, she waved and left.
“Bye!”
I stood motionless, watching her retreating figure as she ran off.
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My heart was beating fast as I stood in the hallway, cycs locked on the room where Samuel was staying. My fists curled without me realizing it.
I took a steady breath, reached for the door, and stepped inside.
Inside the room, Samuel’s mother, Cleo Maxwell, was by his side, calmly slicing an apple.
Samuel, now awake, was sitting on the bed. When he noticed someone coming in, a flicker of surprise crossed his face, especially when he realized it was me.
I stood frozen near the door, staring at him. My throat tightened, words caught behind it.
He didn’t speak, just watched me in silence. His face was pale, but his eyes held something heavy like a storm just waiting to break. It hit me harder than I expected.
Cleo noticed my presence and placed the fruit into Samuel’s hand before rising. She stepped in front of him, blocking him from view.
“Ms. Lawrence, did you come to see Samuel?” Her voice was calm and polite.
“I …” My voice trembled, fear sneaking into my chest. After a second’s pause, I lowered my head. “I’m sorry
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The apology was the same as before, but this time, it came from a different place inside me.
“Haven’t you said that already? I told you that what happened wasn’t really your fault.”
She frowned a little, clearly confused by my sudden reappearance.
Samuel turned away slowly. He didn’t say anything, but the look on his face said enough, he didn’t want me here.
“No, Mrs. Foster, that’s not it …” My voice shook as I tried to explain. My hands felt clammy. “I came to say sorry to you.”
“Sorry to me? What for?” she asked gently, waiting.
I bit my lip, then looked at her seriously. “I shouldn’t have made that promise to you. I’ve changed my mind.”
Cleo glanced at her son, then looked back at me with a faint smile. “Then tell me. What do you want to say now?”
“I finally, understand that I have feelings for Samuel.” The words nearly caught in my throat.
Samuel’s shoulders gave the smallest twitch, but he kept his gaze turned away.
“Really?” Cleo’s expression shifted slightly. “If you’re only saying this because you heard Samuel is awake
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“No, please… “I rushed to explain, panic creeping into my voice. “That’s not it at all. I know this might sound strange, even wrong, especially now. For a while thought I was just dealing with guilt but that wasn’t the truth. I like him, and I’ve just been too scared to admit it.”
The words tumbled out in pieces, my thoughts a mess. Maybe it’s too late for this but I need him to know. I acted selfishly, I see that now…
I wrapped my arms around myself, trying to calm down with deep breaths. Still, after everything I had said, I felt foolish..
I claimed I wasn’t seeking his forgiveness but was that true?
Deep inside, a greedy thought arose, I still longed to be close to him again.
That selfish hope made me want to slap myself.
I said, “I just want to hear it from him, even if all he says is no.” I tried to smile, to seem unaffected, but for some reason, my eyes began to sting.
I longed to hear Samuel speak again. I wished I could see him once more.
Cleo’s expression darkened, and a quiet scoff escaped her lips. “Ms. Lawrence, don’t you think you’re being selfish? Who do you think you are? Huh. If I hadn’t looked into your spotless history, I’d be questioning your motives as the Luna of the Meteor Pack.”
I remained silent, just standing there without a word.
“Are you going to break your word now?” Cleo asked, her voice sharp.
The room grew quiet. Slowly, Cleo turned to glance at Samuel, who was lying on the bed. In the end, she let out a weary sigh.
“Is this the outcome you were hoping for?”
I thought she was addressing me and lifted my head, puzzled, only to discover that Samuel had turned his face toward us.
Our eyes locked in that brief moment, and my chest tightened as though time had paused.
My face flushed, growing warm without warning.
Cleo noticed the silent exchange in our gaze. Something shifted in her eyes, and she began to approach
- me.
“Mom…” Samuel called out suddenly, as if the words had come without thinking.
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clenched my jaw, not saying a word, then faced my son again, my heart sinking with disappointment.
I had believed the future Alpha of our pack would endure a little longer, but he had already stepped in to
protect her.
In fact, from the first time I met Naomi, I could feel how much they loved each other. I just hadn’t pointed it out.
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As that thought crossed my mind, I turned and glanced at my rebellious son. “What exactly do you expect from me? Am I not even allowed to step outside for some air?”
Samuel looked caught off guard. His lips parted, likely wanting to explain, but I didn’t give him the chance. I simply walked away.
Naomi didn’t move. She stood there quietly, looking unsure of what to do.
Samuel, still lying in bed, seemed just as unsure. His gaze eventually dropped to the white wrappings around his hands.
An odd silence took over the room. Watching from the hallway, I let out a sigh and shook my head. Then I turned and reached for my phone.
“Honey, Samuel really is your son. That stubbornness of his? Exactly like yours.”
My husband, the Alpha of the Meteor Pack, sighed after hearing my words. I couldn’t help but let out another sigh myself.
“He always says he has moved on, but the moment that girl shows up, he’s ready to throw off the blankets and run after her. By the way, I’ve had a strange feeling about this accident. Have you figured out what really happened yet?” I muttered as I kept walking.
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I twisted the hem of my shirt, my fingertips digging into my palm as I stared hard at the tips of my shoes.
“You…
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“Sam…”
We spoke at the same time, and just like that, the already–awkward tension grew even weirder.
I bit my lip, my eyes fixed on Samuel’s face–then, all of a sudden, I broke down crying.
It startled him. He tried to get out of bed instinctively, but the movement tugged at his wound, and he let out a sharp cry of pain.
Panicked, I rushed to his bedside. “Are you okay? Do you want me to call the doctor?”
Samuel pressed his lips together but said nothing. He barely managed to look away from me.
Seeing that, I knelt beside his bed and looked up at him. “I’m sorry. I was being so stupid. I shouldn’t have said those things and walked away like that…
He still didn’t say a word.
My heart ached just looking at him, so I asked gently, “Does your head still hurt? What did the doctor say? Is there going to be any …
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Before I could finish, Samuel suddenly leaned in and kissed me.
I froze, my eyes
wide as I blinked at the face so close to mine.
My heart pounded wildly in my chest. It took me a second to react, and when I did, I instinctively pushed him away.
“You…” I covered my lips with my hand, my ears burning.
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Did Naomi justpushmeaway? Wassherejectingme?
Thenwhatwasallthatshejustsaid? Wasit a lie?
My heart, which had been soaring just a moment ago, crashed hard.
“You should go,” I said, taking a deep breath and forcing my voice to stay calm.
Naomi stared at me in shock, her lips pressed tightly together.
But I had already turned away and didn’t notice the look on her face.
Lost in my bitterness, I said painfully, “If you don’t have feelings for me, then why even …
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“Samuel, who said I don’t have feelings for you? You think I was just talking nonsense earlier?”
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A rush of frustration rose in my chest. I honestly doubted if Samuel had heard a single word of my teary, heartfelt confession.
I blinked at him in disbelief as he looked back at me, clearly confused. “Then why did you push me away just now?”
“You… “I blinked a few times. “You’re still hurt–your head, your body. Couldn’t we have kissed any other time? Why did it have to be now?”
The more I spoke, the more my voice faltered until I ended up mumbling the rest under my breath.
But this time, Samuel heard me.
His eyes lit up just a little, though his tone was still subdued. “But you looked like you didn’t want to. Naomi, I would never force you.”
I bit my lower lip, then gave him a hard look. Finally, I muttered, “Would it kill you if I just admitted I was embarrassed?”
As soon as I blurted it out, I saw the smile tugging at the corner of Samuel’s mouth grow wider, and it hit
- me.
He’d tricked me. Those things he said earlier? He didn’t mean them. He just wanted to get a rise out of me.
“Alright,” he said, reaching out. But because of the injury on his arm, he could only barely touch my hand.
I hurried over, leaned in close, and whispered, “Samuel …
“Do
you mean it?” His voice was low, almost nervous. “Do you want to be with me? Not out of guilt?”
I didn’t even let him finish. I gently placed a finger over his lips.
“Samuel, it’s not about anything else. I love you. That’s why I want to be with you–for real.” My eyes filled with tears. “I was so foolish before, always running away from my feelings. But now, and from now on, I’m going to give you everything I’ve got.”
Then I leaned down and gently kissed the bandage on his forehead.
He smiled and pointed at his cheek.
“What?” I thought he was in pain and leaned closer to check.
“It hurts,” he said softly.
“I’ll call the doctor right now.” I turned to go, but before I could take a step, Samuel pulled me into his arms.
I let out a soft gasp and froze, not daring to move.
He rested his chin on my shoulder and said in a teasing tone, “No need to call anyone. One kiss from you will make it all better.”
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Embarrassed, I glanced around to make sure no one was nearby, then gave him a quick peck on the cheek.
“All better?” I asked, feeling like I was babying him.
“Uh–oh… Now my other cheek hurts. And my neck. And my chest …”
He was relentless, acting like a spoiled little kid. In the end, I had to threaten to call the doctos just to shut him up.
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Our relationship grew stronger by the day, and Samuel’s recovery was going surprisingly well. Even the werewolf doctor said he’d be ready to leave the hospital soon.
But even in my excitement, I didn’t forget what Rosaline had told me. So I quickly logged on to Twitter and posted a statement to clear things up.
I explained that Jasper and I were just good friends and that things between me and Samuel were solid. There was never a messy love triangle, and I certainly wasn’t in love with two people at once.
Shortly after I posted it, both Starplay Entertainment and Jasper’s studió retweeted the statement, even tagging a few media outlets in the process.
At first, some people were still skeptical about the explanation, especially since I hadn’t shown up at work in days and there hadn’t been any updates about me in the press. Rumors had even started swirling online that I’d been dropped by the company because of the scandal.
But then Samuel posted a photo of me from behind, the caption practically radiating affection. That one picture cleared up a whole lot.
Turns out, I hadn’t disappeared–I’d just been busy taking care of my boyfriend.
And just like that, the storm started to calm down.
On the day I finally returned to work, Samuel still hadn’t been discharged from the hospital. I wasn’t thrilled about having to leave him behind, but I knew I’d already taken too much time off, so I rushed back to the
set.
Thankfully, Rosaline had the foresight to film all of Jasper’s scenes ahead of schedule, so production hadn’t fallen too far behind.
After offering sincere apologies to the crew, I threw myself back into work.
“Cut! That’s a wrap!”
The director’s voice rang out, and I finally let out a breath I’d been holding. I rolled my sore shoulders, trying to shake off the tension.
We’d been shooting nonstop all day with barely any breaks in between. After days of doing nothing, it was a lot to adjust to.
“That’s it for today. Let’s pack it up!”
With the director’s call, everyone who’d been hustling around all day finally got to relax. I didn’t want to waste a single second–I just wanted to see Samuel as soon as possible.
I kept my head down, updating my manager on the way to the dressing room. But just as I was about to push open the door, I heard voices inside.
“Why is Starplay pushing Naomi so hard anyway?”
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“So what? Just another spoiled rich kid. For all we know, she’s got someone powerful backing her at Starplay,
too.”
The word “backing” was spat out with extra force, followed by laughter. Two werewolf actresses were inside, their voices dripping with sarcasm.
I stayed quiet and listened. These two werewolf actresses were just minor characters in the show, but they were always finding excuses to hover around Jasper for attention. It didn’t take a genius to see through their
game.
“Seriously, what do people even see in her?” qne of them sneered. “She’s so flat. Her body’s nothing special at all.”
At that, I instinctively glanced down at myself, irritation bubbling up inside me.
Flat? I might not beoverflowing, but I’m not flat. I’ve got a solid C cup, thankyouverymuch.
I pushed the door open without hesitation.
“At least my body’s all natural—not like some people who paid their way to a figure,” I said with a soft laugh, my gaze sweeping over them with disdain.
They hadn’t expected me to walk in. Their faces instantly froze. One of them forced a weak smile and tried to play nice. “Naomi! What a coincidence–here to take off your makeup?”
“Why stop talking now?” I leaned against the doorframe, a smirk playing at the corners of my lips. “I was just getting curious about what other things you had to say about me.”
“We were just … ” the one in red started, trying to keep her composure. But before she could finish, the other actress took a bold step forward and stood in front of me. “So what if we were?” she scoffed, eyes blazing with contempt. “You know exactly what kind of person you are. Don’t act all innocent. Just because you’ve got someone powerful behind you, you think you’re untouchable?”
“Laura …” The one in red tugged at her sleeve, clearly trying to rein her in.
But Laura wasn’t done. She looked me up and down, her expression thick with scorn. “I seriously don’t get it. What kind of skills do you even have? How do you keep getting pushed to the top?”
“I don’t know about my so–called skills,” I said casually, pulling my phone out of my pocket. “But I do know walls have ears. Next time you want to trash–talk someone, maybe lock the door first.”
I paused the recording and looked up at them. The color drained from both their faces.
“You were recording us?” Laura nearly shrieked.
I raised an eyebrow, then stepped into the hallway and stood directly in front of the security camera. “What do you think my ‘powerful backer‘ will say when he hears this?”
“It’s a misunderstanding … This is all a misunderstanding … “The woman in red rushed to smooth things over, even tugging nervously on Laura’s sleeve.
“You!” Laura bit her lip. She’d been about to snatch the phone from my hand but stopped herself. “Naomi, don’t push it.”
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Then I let my eyes slide over Laura’s face and chuckled behind my hand. “Oh–wait. Soft curandistant director also into big boobs
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“Naomi, you better watch yourself!” Laura shouted after me, her voice echoing down the hallway.
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“Thanks, everyone. I’m heading out,” I said, nodding politely to the producer before quietly leaving the set.
I was only stopping by to check on the shoot, but I couldn’t stay too long–there was a business meeting lined up for the afternoon.
What was strange, though, was that this contract signing had originally been scheduled for tomorrow morning. But for some reason, the partner company had repeatedly asked to move it up to this afternoon.
Since I didn’t have anything else planned, I agreed. Still, I was curious–what could’ve made them so eager to meet earlier?
“Ms. Sinclair, it’s a call from Mr. Reed,” my assistant said, handing me the phone in the car.
Josef Reed was the CEO of the company I was meeting this afternoon.
“Mr. Reed, I’m almost there,” I said into the phone.
We were scheduled to meet at a tech park where I planned to invest in building a film and television base- part of my strategy to show them the strength and vision of Starplay Entertainment.
But instead of a warm welcome, I was met with an apologetic tone on the other end. “Ms. Sinclair, I’m sorry -would it be possible to meet somewhere else instead?”
“Mr. Reed, what are you trying to say?” I frowned, sensing something off.
Josef hesitated before speaking again. “The thing is, I value this partnership with Starplay Entertainment very much. I just thought we could … talk things through first and, well, maybe do the site visit another time.”
His vague and evasive explanation didn’t sit well with me. My voice dropped a notch. “If you’re no longer interested in partnering with Starplay Entertainment, you can just say so. No need to beat around the bush.”
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“No, no, Ms. Sinclair, that’s not it at all!” he rushed to explain. “To be honest… another company eyeing the tech park. And from the looks of it, they’re determined to get it.”
Now he had my attention.
So we had a competitor. And not just any competitor, one bold enough to declare they were going to win. That kind of confidence intrigued me. After all, in the entertainment world, there were very few players who could compete with Starplay Entertainment.
“Mr. Reed, why don’t you just tell me the name of this company?” I asked directly.
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“Haroldene Entertainment?” I frowned. The name didn’t ring a bell, so I signaled my assistant to look it up.
And to my surprise, the results showed it was a brand–new company, registered less than a week ago.
I was genuinely curious–how could a brand–new company have the audacity to challenge Starplay Entertainment like this? And they were prepared for it, too.
“Mr. Reed, if I’m not mistaken, the CEO of Haroldene Entertainment is sitting right across from you, isn’t he?” A faint smile tugged at the corner of my lips.
Sure enough, I heard the shuffle of movement and the sound of a chair sliding on the other end. I kept the phone to my ear, waiting patiently.
After a moment, a smooth, almost silky voice came through the receiver.
“It’s been a while, beautiful and clever as ever.”
The moment I heard that voice, my whole body tensed. Thatvoice…
Whoever it was, he anticipated my reaction, because I soon heard a low, mocking chuckle.
“Let me introduce myself. I’m Connor Lamar.”
Now that caught me off guard. I’d honestly thought I’d never see Connor again–that odd man with his cryptic vibe. And yet, here he was, jumping straight into my business affairs without warning.
I didn’t respond right away. Instead, I glanced down at the information my assistant had just handed me, running calculations silently in my head.
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If I were right, the Rampage Pack would announce Connor’s identity as their second young master in just a few days. And whatever he was planning….
Well, the sudden appearance of Haroldene Entertainment was likely just the beginning.
Part of me even wondered if Connor was doing all this out of spite, trying to get back at me and Caden.
“What’s wrong? So surprised you can’t even speak? Didn’t expect to hear from me again, did you?” Connor teased, clearly enjoying himself.
I let out a soft, slow breath before replying with a faint curve of my lips. “Surprised? A little. I didn’t expect to hear your voice again so soon.”
“And that’s it? Just hearing my voice is enough? You don’t even want to see me?” His tone carried a hint of mock disappointment, but I could already imagine the smirk on his face. He was probably dripping with
sarcasm.
I let out a light laugh and said coolly, “I’m here to do business with Mr. Reed. If it’s about meeting you personally, I don’t see the point.”
Then I paused deliberately. “Please pass along a message to Mr. Reed–if he’s still interested in working with us, I’d be happy to …”
But before I could finish, Connor cut me off. “Ms. Sinclair, if you have something to say, you should say it to me directly. I have no interest in playing messenger. And like I told you, that land is mine. If Starplay
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She’d been with me for a long time, and never, not even once, had she seen a werewolf dare to speak to me like that.
As for me, I didn’t mind in the slightest. A smirk tugged at the corner of my lips as I lowered my gaze to my phone, which made a buzzing sound, indicating a new message had been received.
It was from Josef, with the details for the meeting, including time and location, and a flower emoji is attached at the end.
I didn’t even have to guess who really sent it. “Take me to this address,” I’instructed the driver.
The meeting place was a crudo restaurant, clearly booked out by Connor. I had barely stepped out of the car when a werewolf staff member, stationed respectfully at the entrance, approached and gestured for me to follow.
“Right this way, please,” he said, opening the door with a formal bow.
A sharp wave of cold air rushed out to greet me. The entire private room looked like it had been transformed into an ice chamber, covered with sheets of crystal–clear ice spread across the room.
Inside, two figures sat waiting–Josef Reed and Connor Horton, the notorious illegitimate son of the Rampage Pack.
Connor was holding a knife and meticulously slicing a piece of salmon resting on his palm, like he was crafting a delicate work of art, translucent slices of fish fanned out neatly on the ice.
Josef sat with his head bowed low, tense and silent. From where I stood, I couldn’t even see his expression.
“You’re here.” Connor looked up, his lips curling into a brilliant smile. But no amount of brightness could wash away the darkness that clung to him like a shadow.
My expression remained calm as I quietly took a seat across from him.
At some point, he had already extracted the entire spine from the salmon, not leaving a trace of flesh clinging to the bones.
“Does it look good?” Connor turned to Josef and asked in a soft tone.
Josef flinched violently at the question. Only then did I notice his face was drenched in sweat, despite the frigid temperature of the room.
“Yes, yes… it looks amazing. Mr. Horton’s knife skills are truly … remarkable He managed a nervous compliment, but the moment the words left his mouth, the smile on Connor’s face faded.
With a flick of his wrist, Connor tossed the pristine fish spine at Josef’s feet. “Since that’s what you think, you can have it,” he said coldly.-
Josef froze in place, beads of cold sweat rolling into his eyes, but he didn’t dare blink, let alone move.
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“I’m here for business, not a performance,” I replied flatly, ignoring the eerie atmosphere around me.
I looked at Josef and cut straight to the point. “Mr. Reed, as per the terms we previously discussed, if you’re still willing to sell me the tech park, we can sign the contract right now.”
His gaze flickered, eyes darting toward Connor before he could even think. “It’s just…”
“It’s just that the land belongs to me. If Ms. Sinclair wants it, you’ll have to talk to me directly,” Connor interrupted cheerfully, his voice laced with syrup and steel.
A faint crease appeared between my brows. As expected, things were not going to be that simple. I had assumed Connor was merely a competitor in this negotiation. Never did I expect the outcome to be like this.
The realization of being played left a bitter taste in my mouth. I pressed my lips together, then rose to my feet with quiet resolve. “Well then, that’s too much trouble. I don’t want that land anymore.”
I turned to leave, but then Connor’s voice drifted softly behind me. “Ms. Sinclair …
are you sure about that?”
I paused mid–step. It was undeniable–that piece of land was prime real estate. I had poured considerable effort into negotiating for it, so pretending I could just walk away was easier said than done.
But I hated letting others pull my strings more.
Also, at this point, I understood perfectly: Connor’s true motive for this meeting was to tell me that the new heir to the Rampage Pack had returned. Everything else was just window dressing.
“It’s just a piece of land,” I said lightly, tilting my head to the side, a faint smile curving my lips. “What difference does it make if I walk away? Mr. Horton, you are a man with big plans. I’ll look forward to your accomplishments.”
And with that, I stepped out of the private room. But even as I walked away, I could still hear his laughter echoing behind me.
The moment I stepped out of the crudo restaurant, a shiver ran down my spine involuntarily. I instinctively glanced down at the time on my phone. Initially, I’d timed this meeting perfectly: finish up negotiations with Josef, then head straight to dinner with Caden. But the plan had completely unraveled, leaving me with a handful of empty hours.
After a brief moment of thought, I decided to head back to Starplay.
After all, it wouldn’t be long before I found myself facing a formindable rival.
But that, as it turned out, wasn’t the only surprise the day had in store.
“Tell all department managers to organize the quarterly reports. We’ll be reviewing them in tomorrow’s meeting,” I said, eyes fixed on the director’s teaser cut playing on my laptop, and I handed a folder of documents to my assistant.
She acknowledged with a quick nod and left the office, but only a few minutes passed before the door opened again.
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A low male voice sounded from above me, catching me off guard. I looked up and was greeted by a sharply defined face far too close to mine.
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I reacted swiftly, leaning back to dodge, a faint frown appearing between my brows.
“Joel.”
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Perhaps realizing that his action had displeased me, Joel pursed his lips and said innocently, “Sorry, you’re just too beautiful–I lost control for a moment.”
I was momentarily at a loss for words.
Yet Joel went on speaking as if nothing had happened, “Back where I’m from, when a man and a woman lock eyes, it usually means they’re going to kiss.”
He pushed the coffee cup on the table toward me again, then leaned forward with both hands on the table, his cat–like eyes, gleaming like polished amber, sparkled with amusement. “Aren’t you going to try it? I made it especially for you.”
“What are you doing here?” I finally looked up at him once he’d finished talking.
After the shipwreck incident at sea, Joel had been taken to the hospital. I had contacted his werewolf bodyguards and asked them to look after him.
Maybe it was because that incident had nearly cost his life, the werewolf group in Fostrau had ordered strict supervision over him at the hospital, leaving him no chance to contact me during his recovery.
With Caden also around at the time, I hadn’t gone to visit Joel. A few days later, Caden and I left.
Thinking about it now, a small pang of guilt crept into my heart. So many things had happened one after another lately that I had completely forgotten about Joel.
“I missed you, so I came. Since you wouldn’t come find me, I had to come find you,” Joel said with a hint of grievance in his expression.
He turned, pulled over a chair, and sat down directly across from me, resting his elbows on the table and staring at me intently.
His gaze made me uncomfortable. I turned my head slightly to create some distance again. “Are your injuries healed?”
“Is that concern I hear in your voice?” Joel’s eyes lit up immediately.
I was speechless, but still nodded out of concern.
Joel, of course, started to push his luck. With a bright smile, his strikingly handsome face turned toward me.
Suddenly, he clutched his chest and wore a dramatically pained expression. “I think my chest still hurts, what should I do, Rosaline?”
His acting was so over–the–top, I couldn’t bear to watch. I spun the pen in my fingers and silently watched him perform.
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“Take back all that twisted logic of yours.” Ignoring everything Joel had just said, I spoke seriously, “Joel, I’ve
Finished already told you–I love Caden. We’re engaged.”
“So what?” Joel shrugged indifferently. “And I’ve told you–I love you, and I’m going to pursue you. Besides, you and Caden aren’t married yet, so I still have a chance.”
“Our wolves have already confirmed that Caden and I are destined mates. You need to give up this delusion.” I couldn’t help but raise my voice.
“What?” Joel’s eyes widened, and he froze for a solid 30 seconds before clapping his hands together with a grin. “So what if he’s your destined mate? I’m,the werewolf prince of Fostrau–I don’t back down that easy. As long as I stay single, I’ve still got a shot. So, you really won’t reconsider?”
I was completely at a loss for words. There was simply no reasoning with Joel. Feeling drained, I checked the time and said helplessly, “So you came all this way just to say that?”
“Actually, I was hoping to invite you to dinner. Ms. Sinclair, would you do me the honor?” Joel asked directly.
“Absolutely not,” I replied, cutting him off without hesitation.
“What about tomorrow? Or the day after?” Joel persisted, undeterred by the rejection. “I’ve got all the time in the world–whenever you’re free.”
I stood up, walked around the still–talking Joel, and left the office. “I don’t have time.”
“Come on, don’t I even have the right to have a simple meal with a good friend?”
Joel spread his arms in the hallway, watching my retreating back, his tall, handsome figure drawing the attention of several colleagues.
“You have the right to ask, and I have the right to say no,” I said with a faint smile. If Joel genuinely wanted to be friends, I wouldn’t have minded sharing meals with him as often as he liked. But with the way his mind worked now…
Not even the existence of a destined mate could make him give up–I really didn’t know how much more time he planned to waste on me.
“Rosaline, you’re so cold. I even started learning how to swim for you,” Joel continued his pity act.
Now, all I could think was that next time, I should just have the werewolf bodyguards stop Joel at the door and keep him out of the company entirely.
But just as I stepped out of the elevator, Joel–who had gone quiet for a moment–suddenly caught up and grabbed my wrist.
I froze for a second. “What now?”
“Your hair’s messy.” Joel blinked and gently tucked a loose strand behind my ear.
I took a step back, catching a glint of mischief in his eyes.
As I wondered what he was plotting next, I suddenly felt a strong pull from behind—and before I could react, I stumbled back into a warm, broad embrace.
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“Caden,” I said as I smiled to him.
However, Caden’s gaze was not fixed on me, but on Joel.
“It’s been a while, Mr. Holbrook.” Joel smiled at Caden before he waved at me. He said, “Don’t forget about our small promises, Rosie.”
Joel winked at me before walking away.
I shook my head and frowned.
As expected, while holding me from behind, Caden’s body immediately stiffened and exuded a chilling
aura.
“Here comes the jealous king!” Freya laughed and teased me.
Feeling helpless, I turned around in Caden’s arm and wrapped my arms around his waist.
“What agreement? Hmm? Caden squinted his eyes and sounded dangerous.
“You know Joel’s personality. He’s just joking around” I smiled as I explained.
“Why should I care what he’s like? Caden’s tightened his arm and said in a cold tone.
Seeing him acting this way, I couldn’t help but smirked.
I took a step forward and leaned to him, “Why are you so jealous? It’s not like you”
Caden didn’t respond and just stared at me in silence.
I tiptoed to kiss Caden, then purposedly made an exaggerated expression before saying, “You’re jealous,
Caden.”
I was teasing him but when my eyes met with Caden’s, he lowered his head and started kissing to silence
- me.
It wasn’t until much later that he finally let me go. He still didn’t say anything, just stared at me with that burning, affectionate gaze of his.
His gaze made my cheeks flush instantly. Even though we’d been together for a long time and had done far more intimate things, kissing him like this at the office still made me feel a little shy.
Sensing the stares from the other werewolves around us, I lightly patted his chest in embarrassment.
He seemed to enjoy my little act of coyness and wrapped his arms even tighter around my waist,
“I thought we were going out to eat?” I stepped back a little, afraid that he’d kiss me again in front of
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“He showed up at my company out of nowhere today and I turned him down. I think that little actions of his just now was because he saw you,” I explained while adjustng his tie.
“From now on, stay away from him,” he said, but at least his expression had softened.
“Alright, got it. Let’s go.” I took his hand and led him outside.
He’d already booked a restaurant for us, and we took the same car there.
On the way, I remembered what had happened earlier in the afternoon and said, “I ran into Connor today. He’s the illegitimate child from the Rampage Pack that you caught before.”
At the mention of his name, Caden’s eyes flickered slightly.
“Where did you see him?” he asked. As if he suddenly remembered something, he continued, “What did he say to you?”
I decided to tell him everything that had happened.
“I think Connor is not to be underestimated,” I said seriously.
Starplay Entertainment was a company I’d built from the ground up. Over the years, it had become a major player in the entertainment industry. Connor’s newly founded Haroldene Entertainment was just getting started, and yet he dared to challenge me directly.
Either he was insane, or he had someone powerful and influential backing him.
From the way he carried himself, I had a feeling it might be both.
“If that’s the case, we’re probably going to be seeing him a lot,” I said helplessly.
“If he ever tries to meet you again, you have to let me know no matter what,” he said, eyes staring at me.
“Got it.” I nodded.
Clearly, success attracted unwanted attention. Ever since I started revealing my identity, troubles had been coming one after another.
After dinner, we returned to the villa. Just as we stepped inside, a playful impulse hit me. I kicked off my heels and leapt onto Caden’s back.
‘I’m tired. Carry me upstairs,” I said, nuzzling into his neck like a spoiled child.
Naturally, Caden obliged. He adjusted his posture and steadily carried me toward the bedroom.
He usually carried me in his arms, so being on his back for once felt kind of new. As I leaned close to his ear, I suddenly noticed something. There was a small hole on his ear. Feeling curious, I asked, “Caden, you have an ear piercing?”
When I finished talking, I could feel his body stiffen for a moment.
As if I’d just discovered a hidden treasure, I gently played with his earlobe. That’s when I realized the piercing wasn’t on the earlobe, but on his ear cartilage.
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“An accident?” I tensed the moment I heard those words.
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“You could say… it was one of those outbursts during my rebellious teenage years”
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It turned out that the cold, aloof heir of the Eclipse Pack had once gone through a rebellious phase of his
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To outsiders, growing up in the Eclipse Pack sounded like a dream–lavish upbringing, elite status, and everything a werewolf could envy. But to Caden, it never felt like a blessing.
He had been subjected to strict discipline from a very young age. In fact, it was so strict that it made him feel like his life was completely different from everyone else’s.
By the end, Caden let out a soft sigh. He wasn’t born cold or unfeeling. Once upon a time, he had tried to resist the rigid system of the Eclipse Pack.
Just once.
That was when he got his ear pierced.
Now, when he looked back on that version of himself, he found it a little laughable–almost childish.
But that single moment marked a shift. That was when he began to shut down emotionally and started viewing the world with quiet detachment.
I listened silently until he finished. Then, glancing at the faint pink of his ear, I leaned in close and let out a warm breath against it.
“So even our Mr. Holbrook had … a wild and endearingly rebellious phase like that…
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I never would’ve imagined Caden had gone through anything like that. I was someone who had grown up wrapped in affection, yet I learned resilience on my own. His upbringing … it was something I simply couldn’t relate to.
Still, the image of a little kid coldly rocking an ear piercing made me want to laugh.
“Not gonna lie, I kinda wish I could’ve seen it,” I said to Caden with a teasing grin.
But before I could say anything more, he scooped me up without warning.
I yelped in surprise, instinctively squirming. “Caden!”
He didn’t respond. He simply carried me straight into the bedroom and dropped me onto the bed.
My elbow sank into the soft blanket beneath, and a bad feeling crept over me. Just as I started to sit up, Caden leaned in, pressing me down.
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Seeing that brewing storm in his gaze, I realized perhaps I had gone a bit too far with my teasing.
“Caden… “I whispered, blinking as I tried to sit up. But he’d already caught one of my wrists and pinned it beside me.
With a flick of his hand, he tossed the tie aside. His shirt hung open, revealing his pale skin and elegant collarbone as he lowered his face toward mine.
“Then take a good look at what I’m like now,” he said, voice low and dangerous. It made my heart skip a beat.
“Still missing something.” I murmured, lips curving slightly as I gave him a once–over.
“What’s missing?” he asked, leaning in until our foreheads nearly touched.
I blinked, lifting my free hand to trace his jaw. “Take a guess?”
“I don’t want to guess…” he murmured, his voice husky and thick with heat. And just like that, the air between us turned smoldering.
Just as our lips were about to meet, Caden’s phone rang.
He frowned in frustration, clearly annoyed. He didn’t seem inclined to answer, but I suddenly came to my senses and pressed a finger to his lips. “What if it’s something urgent?”
Though reluctant, Caden had no choice but to answer since I’d already spoken. He pulled out his phone, glanced at the screen, then quickly sat up and composed himself before taking the call.
“What’s up, Grandpa?”
“Took you long enough to answer,” Richard’s grumbling voice came through.
Caden gave me a sidelong glance, then replied with infuriating calm, “I was handling something important.”
My face flushed instantly. I reached out and gave his arm a light smack, only for him to pull me right into
his arms.
“Rosie’s with you too? Perfect. The two of you should come back together tomorrow.”
“Tomorrow?” Caden asked, frowning.
“Of course! You remember my birthday is coming up, don’t you? If you dare say you forgot, I’ll come over and knock some sense into you!”
Still, Caden’s expression didn’t shift. “Your birthday isn’t for another four days.”
“Come back early and stay with me for a bit. Besides, I miss Rosie.”
“All right then,” Caden replied.
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With Richard’s birthday just around the corner, I naturally started shopping for a gift. But after searching high and low, I still couldn’t find anything that felt right, and it was starting to wear on my nerves.
After the morning meeting at the office, Jasper came over with a concered look and asked, “Are you okay? You don’t look so great.”
I paused for a second, shook my head, and said, “It’s nothing. Mr. Richard’s birthday is coming up, and I still haven’t found a gift.”
I didn’t bother hiding it from Jasper. Every year when Richard’s birthday rolled around, the Eclipse Pack threw a party and invited a bunch of local celebrities, including public figures like Jasper.
Hearing that, Jasper suddenly caught on and smiled. “Want me to help you pick one out?”
“You?” I was stunned.
“What? Don’t trust me?” Jasper raised an eyebrow, and his grin widened.
I let out a laugh but shook my head anyway. This was just one of those small things I could handle myself.
A flicker of disappointment passed through Jasper’s eyes, but he didn’t press it. He just walked alongside me.
That was when someone tapped me on the shoulder, prompting me to step away from Jasper.
I furned around in surprise and saw Joel standing there.
Even though he was smiling, his eyes were locked onto Jasper’s face.
“How’d you even get in here?” I narrowed my eyes, remembering that I’d specifically told the front desk not to let Joel in.
Yet here he was; the prince of the Fostrau werewolf clan, standing right in front of me.
“Secret entrance,” Joel said with a smirk as he tried to be mysterious.
I sighed internally. “What are you up to now?”
“Dinner, of course,” Joel said casually as he slid between Jasper and me.
“I told you to stop pulling this stunt … ” I said, letting my frustration show.
Joel, like he’d picked it up from somewhere, grabbed my sleeve and started acting cutesy. “Come on, just this once.”
Seeing the look on my face, Jasper jumped in, “Sorry, but Rosaline already agreed to come with me. You can
go now.”
Joel immediately turned his head and shot Jasper a glare.
A headache was brewing, so I looked away.
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“Hey, wait up!” Joel chased after me.
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As I rounded the corner, a werewolf brushed past me with his head down, looking nervous.
I glanced at him–something about him didn’t sit right–and I called out, “Hold on.”
The werewolf froze in place but didn’t turn around.
He tugged at his collar, like he was bracing himself for something.
“What department are you from? I don’t think I’ve seen you around,” I asked suspiciously.
“I… I… ” the werewolf stammered, clearly at a loss for words.
That was when my phone buzzed, and the moment I glanced down, the werewolf suddenly bolted.
“Hey!” Joel yelped beside me. He was startled.
The werewolf’s reaction was clearly off, and I immediately called my assistant.
“Tell the werewolf guards to lock down all exits. No one in or out!”
I was on high alert; earlier I’d noticed a bulging bag under the werewolf’s arm. Most likely, it was a reporter who had snuck in.
Joel took off after him almost instantly, while I headed straight to the surveillance room to track him.
When I got to the lobby, Joel was standing there, panting, and looking right at me..
“I lost him. That guy was insanely fast. Who was he? You think he’s trying to steal something?”
I checked my phone and gave the signal for the guards to reopen the entrance.
“He’s a reporter who sneaked in.”
I hadn’t expected the guy to vanish so fast. By the time I pulled up the real–time footage, he was already
gone.
“A reporter? Trying to dig up dirt?” Joel frowned. “Reporters aren’t even supposed to be in places like this. What’s he trying to do, sneaking into someone’s company?”
Joel tapped his chin thoughtfully and said with a serious tone, “We should call the police right away.”
“That won’t help, and the company’s generally open to the public. It’s not unusual for strangers to walk i said with a frown. Something about that shady paparazzo felt off.
Nothing like this had ever happened before, so I hadn’t taken security too seriously. But now, this was a real wake–up call.
“Let’s go check if anything’s missing,” Joel looked at me and said slowly.
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Although I didn’t go out of my way to broadcast the incident, word had already spread throughout the company about the paparazzi sneaking in. I immediately had someone pull the surveillance footage to investigate.
Naomi only got back to the office that afternoon, and as soon as she heard about it, she came straight to me.
“Rosie, what exactly happened this afternoon?” Naomi asked with concern.
I couldn’t blame her. After all, having entertainment reporters infiltrate a company like ours to secretly take photos was definitely bad news.
“We’ve already got people looking into it. But honestly, there aren’t many who’d dare pull something like this,” I said with a cold smirk.
I thought, Sure, every reporter wantstolandthejuiciest, mostexplosivescoop. Butriskingitalltoprovokethewrongpeople? Not many are thatbold.
Naomi still looked uneasy. She gave me a glance, like she wanted to say something but was holding back.
“What is it?” I looked up at her.
“Don’t you think it was a little too easy for the reporter to get in?” Naomi blinked.
I nodded. Starplay Entertainment had always had tight security. Plenty of journalists and fans had tried sneaking in before without success. So how did this one manage it?
I didn’t think that werewolf reporter had any kind of special skills.
“You’re saying…” I looked at Naomi as a slight frown crept in.
Seeing my reaction, Naomi spoke up, “I think the issue might be internal.”
I didn’t say anything. Naomi smiled and quickly added, “I’m just guessing. I’m sure it’s nothing like that.”
I let out a quiet snort. “You never know.”
After a brief pause, I shifted the topic. “By the way, how’s the TV series shoot going?”
“Hmm…” Naomi thought for a second, then smiled. “It’s going pretty smoothly. Honestly, having our company invest really makes a difference; the boxed lunches are way better than the last crew’s.”
I glanced at her and said, “Yeah, I can tell. You’ve put on some weight.”
In an instant, Naomi shot up from her chair like a cat whose tail had just been stepped on. “What? That’s not true! Where did I gain weight?”
“It’s more obvious when you stand up. Naomi, your face is rounder now.” I rested my chin on the back of my hand, spinning the pen in my fingers.
Naomi rubbed her cheeks, her expression slowly freezing over.
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“Ms. Lawrence, the company might not interfere with artists‘ private lives, but it looks like someone’s really spoiling you lately,” I teased.
“Alright, alright! I’ll go on a diet,” Naomi grumbled. “It’s all his fault! He keeps sending me food. They are too delicious to resist. It’s infuriating.”
“I’ll let your manager know,” I said lightly. “Oh, and once filming wraps up, there’s a brand endorsement lined up. Go for a makeup test in a few days.”
“Is it a clothing brand?” Naomi asked curiously.
I nodded. “There’s a chance you might be walking in next month’s fashion week. It’s a good opportunity. Talk to Sandra for the details.”
Naomi nodded. After we went over a few more work matters, I finally let her go.
Just then, my phone buzzed on the table beside me. I glanced at the screen; it was a call from Caden.
“Are you busy? I’ll come pick you up in a bit.”
The moment I heard his voice, my heart skipped a beat. “Oh no! I still haven’t gotten Mr. Richard a gift!”
The whole fiasco with the reporter sneaking in had thrown me off, and I’d completely forgotten.
Caden chuckled at my panic. “Don’t worry, there’s still time. I’ll help you pick something out.”
When Caden arrived at the company, he didn’t seem concerned about my frazzled expression. Instead, he grabbed my hand and leaned in to whisper, “Let me take you somewhere.”
When we got out of the car, I stared at the bar in front of us in confusion.
Caden didn’t explain. He just smiled and led me inside while still holding my hand.
It was a quiet bar, filled with smooth jazz music. A few werewolves sat at the counter, chatting in low voices. At the far end of the bar, I spotted a door. I glanced up at Caden just as he started walking us in that direction.
He pushed the door open and revealed a hallway. At the end stood two burly werewolves guarding a single
entrance.
They didn’t even flinch when they saw Caden.
“What is this place?” I asked, my curiosity thoroughly piqued.
Caden pulled a card from his pocket and handed it over. It looked familiar, and after a moment, I asked, “Is this Moonlight Alley?”
Moonlight Alley was known as the largest underground witch’s stone betting spot on the entire Werewolf Continent. I never imagined I’d end up here.
“You’ve been here before?” Caden looked genuinely surprised.
I smiled. “Heard of it but never been.”
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Caden brought me to a place like this, which caught me off guard, but it also gave me an idea for a gift for Richard.
We walked down the stairs and eventually stepped into a wide, open hal
I hadn’t expected to see so many werewolves here. No one paid us any attention when we walked in; their eyes were all fixed on the countless witch’s stones displayed across the various tables.
I glanced around the space and squinted slightly. It was my first time in a place like this, and I couldn’t help feeling a little thrill of excitement.
“Go ahead and look around. If you see something you like, just buy it,” Caden said, giving my hand a gentle
squeeze.
My eyes paused at a certain spot. I turned to Caden and asked, “Someone actually invited you here?”
Caden raised an eyebrow, which pretty much confirmed my suspicion.
I didn’t really care who he was meeting. The whole point of him bringing me here was to help me figure out a gift for Richard.
“With senses like yours, it’s a shame you’re not an undercover agent,” Caden said while looking at me with a touch of admiration.
“Undercover?” I couldn’t help getting a little annoyed when I heard that word. “Don’t even mention it. I actually ran into one today.”
“Oh yeah? What happened?” Caden asked casually.
“A paparazzo managed to sneak into the company today. I’m pretty sure they took a bunch of stuff without permission.”
“Did you find out who it was?” Caden’s brows furrowed.
“No, and I don’t think they were from any official outlet,” I said and shook my head.
Just then, a young werewolf walked toward us. There was a faint smile on his handsome face.
“Mr. Holbrook from the Eclipse Pack. I’ve heard a lot about you,” the young werewolf said. Though he was smiling, there was still a coldness to his expression.
Caden’s face stayed neutral. He nodded at the guy and then turned to me, offering a half–introduction. “This is Jack Horton from the Rampage Pack.”
My heart skipped a beat the moment I heard that name.
“And you must be Mr. Holbrook’s fiancée, Ms. Sinclair,” Jack said softly after glancing at me.
Meeting his gaze, I nodded slightly. Then, everything clicked into place.
Just as I suspected! This was the Rampage Pack’s heir, and Connor’s uncle.
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Grandpa had taken me to the countryside to escape all these pack power struggles, and now, because of my engagement to Caden, I’d been dragged right back into them.
“Ms. Sinclair, you don’t seem too thrilled to see me,” Jack said softly, pulling me from my thoughts.
“Not at all. It’s a pleasure to meet you, Mr. Horton,” I replied with a smile,
“My father, the Alpha of the Rampage Pack, was a longtime friend of your grandfather, Jack said, and there was a faint trace of amusement flickering in his eyes.
I stayed silent. Caden finally spoke, his voice calm, “So, what’s the reason for meeting me here, Mr. Horton?”
Jack’s smile shifted slightly. “Naturally, it’s about the things we both want, Mr. Holbrook.”
Naomi’s POV:
I stepped out of Starplay Entertainment and waited in the underground garage for Sandra to pick me up.
I kept my head down, fiddling with my phone and replying to Samuel’s messages, but mostly complaining about how he’d fattened me up.
Then I thought I heard something. I glanced around but didn’t see anyone else in the garage.
“That’s weird… “I blinked. I wondered if I imagined it, but the faint sounds came again.
Clutching my phone tighter, I carefully walked in the direction of the noise.
The voices got clearer as I approached, making my heart start to race.
“You still think this isn’t enough?”
“Don’t push it.”
I crept closer and, just as I suspected, saw two werewolves standing in a corner.
A car was blocking most of the view, so I couldn’t get a good look. I only saw part of one werewolf’s face and didn’t dare get too close.
“Look, bringing you in was a huge risk. If you want to come back, it’s gonna cost extra.”
“I’m just doing my job. We already agreed on the terms.”
“Whatever. I’m already here. You really think I need you? I could just go straight to the person backing you.”
Hearing that, my eyes narrowed. Just as I suspected… Something shady was going on inside the company.
I immediately reached for my phone to start recording.
Suddenly, it vibrated and buzzed loudly.
I cursed inwardly as Sandra chose to call me at this very moment.
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But now, it was too late to say anything. I saw the two werewolves closing in on me, following the sound.
I gritted my teeth and bolted toward the exit.
“Grab her!” a voice from behind shouted.
I ran out of breath, pushing forward toward where Sandra had parked.
“Get in!” I reached the car and yanked the door open, diving into the seat.
Sandra turned to look at me, still confused. “What’s going on?”
“Drive! We need to go now!” I yelled, my chest heaving from panic.
The driver immediately started the engine, and I leaned out of the window, looking back. When I saw no cars or werewolves chasing us, I finally let out a breath of relief.
“What’s going on? Why the panic?” Sandra asked, his brow furrowed.
I caught my breath and quickly told her everything that had just happened.
Wait, what if they saw me? I suddenly thought of it and my face went pale.
Each celebrity’s van was different, and even if they didn’t see me, they could have recognized the car and tracked me down.
My palms were slick with cold sweat.
“Did you see what they looked like?” Sandra asked, her voice urgent.
“No,” I sighed, rubbing my face and forcing a bitter smile. “But I’d probably recognize them if I heard their voices again.”
Sandra looked serious, but then her hand landed on my shoulder in a reassuring pat. “I’ll tell Ms. Sinclair about this. Don’t worry.”
Rosaline’s POV:
At Moonlight Bar, I sat next to Caden, keeping a calm expression, but my attention kept drifting to the distant scene of witch’s stone betting.
Meanwhile, Caden had already started talking to Jack.
“Mr. Holbrook, we’ve kept our distance all this time, and you’ve already secured that plot of land. Why not just let me take it over?” Jack said, his smile warm, but there was a dangerous edge in his eyes.
Caden undisturbed, leaned back in his seat, arms crossed over his chest. “I’m a businessman, and businessmen go where the profits are. You know that, don’t you, Mr. Horton?”
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They had been steadily expanding their business territory, and now, they’d run into the Eclipse Pack. Other packs might back off in the face of the Rampage Pack’s current momentum–but as the heir to the Eclipse Pack, Caden wasn’t one to retreat.
“Mr. Holbrook, I know how you obtained that piece of land, and this can also be considered a favor.” Jack looked at Caden in front of him, with a cold and resolute look in his eyes.
“Favor isn’t quite the right word,” Caden replied with a light laugh. “That land was always mine for the taking; I just got it for a better price.
“And anyway, this is just tit for tat. Mr. Horton, since you and I have been leaving each other to our own devices, we shouldn’t cross boundaries. Your nephew should understand that too.”
Jack’s smile faltered slightly. He twirled his glass in his hand, the look in his eyes unreadable. “Mr. Holbrook, I’m speaking to you calmly now.”
Caden, unfazed, turned to me. “Care to give it a try?”
“Of course, I’d love to. This is my first time watching a witch’s stone betting in person,” I said with a smile.
Caden looked momentarily taken aback before a resigned smile spread across his face.
Then, he turned to Jack and said, “Mr. Horton, how about we make a bet?”
“A bet?” Jack asked, raising an intrigued brow.
“Since you’ve invited me here, we might as well make it interesting,” Caden teased, twirling a lock of my hair between his fingers.
“Three witch’s stones, rough stone material–whoever can value them higher wins. The winner gets what they want.”
“So, you’re challenging me to bet on witch’s stone?” Jack laughed, tapping his fingers on the table, his interest piqued.
Caden crossed his long legs, his imposing presence impossible to ignore. “Mr. Horton, are you afraid?”
Jack’s laughter rang out loudly. “Seems like you’re feeling confident. Since you’ve said so, I have no reason to refuse.”
But just as he finished speaking, a soft, feminine voice of a female werewolf echoed from the shadows.
“If we’re going to gamble, we should play big.”
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I looked up at the sound and saw a glamorous female werewolf walking over, sitting directly on the armrest of Jack’s couch, with chestnut brown hair hanging to one side.
Her eyes sparkled with allure, falling directly on Caden’s face.
“One stone to decide the winner–that’s more exciting,” the female werewolf said, a smirk playing on her lips.
“Mr. Holbrook, since I don’t know much about gambling with stones, let her take over.” Jack gestured to the woman, looking at Caden.
“I didn’t expect you to know Ms. Sullivan,” Caden said casually.
I watched from the side, unable to help but sneer.
Jack had clearly chosen this place for a reason. Even if Caden hadn’t mentioned the witch’s stone betting, Jack would have.
What I didn’t expect, though, was how close Jack and this so–called Ms. Sullivan seemed.
Most werewolves might not know much about witch’s stone gambling, but anyone familiar with the circle would’ve heard of the Stars Pack–and Jessica Sullivan, its heiress, was the most well–known female werewolf in the game.
The witches were a mysterious group, long relying on dark magic to combat the various packs across the Werewolf Continent. Their power came from the witch’s stones.
With a witch’s stone and the accompanying chant, they could perform powerful, dark magic, though it wasn’t accepted or recognized by the werewolf world.
But the stones‘ mystical power made them the most sought–after and valuable gambling material in the underground world of werewolves.
Jessica, with her sharp senses, opened a grade–five witch’s stone when she was just 16, causing a stir in the gambling world. Since then, she’s opened numerous other high–grade witch’s stones, earning her the title of the youngest gambling master in the underground world.
“I didn’t know I was so famous that Mr. Holbrook knows me.” Jessica’s eyes lit up as she winked at Caden.
I frowned, watching closely.
“It’s not fair, Mr. Horton.” Caden looked up.
“Well, Mr. Holbrook, you can always find someone to help,” Jack said, his smile turning smug.
Upon hearing this, Caden grinned, turning to me. “What do you think, do you want to give it a try?”
“Me?” I blinked, confused.
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Hearing this, I couldn’t help but twitch my lips. I thought Caden had some secret up his sleeve when he suggested betting, but it turned out he was just as clueless.
“Is Ms. Sinclair also an expert in witch’s stone betting?” Jack asked, his eyes scanning me with newfound curiosity.
I turned to look at Jack, a mysterious glint in my eyes. Resting my chin on my hand, I let a faint smile play on my lips.
Their curiosity only amused me. After keeping them waiting for a few moments, I finally shrugged my shoulders and said, “Well, this is my first time, so if we’re betting, it’s all about luck.”
Caden’s gaze softened, and I could feel his gaze on me.
“Ms. Sinclair, you really have that much faith in your luck?” Jack sneered.
“Of course.” I nodded.
Jessica, who had been watching Caden for a while, stepped forward, crossing her arms and looking at me with disdain. “Let’s see how good you really are.”
I turned to Caden, hesitating for a moment before speaking, “What if I lose?”
“I trust you,” Caden replied, giving my nose a playful tap and chuckling.
Jessica tilted her head, sneering. “Ms. Sinclair, huh?”
I turned back to her, my expression still calm, but my eyes were beginning to ice over.
I didn’t like the way Jessica was looking at Caden.
“Ms. Sullivan, are you giving up?” I raised an eyebrow.
Jessica placed her crimson nails on her lips, glancing at me before shifting her gaze back to Caden. “How about we add another wager?”
“What do you want to add?” I asked.
She smiled slyly. “If you lose, you’ll have to let me spend a month with Mr. Holbrook. How about it?”
Her words made my blood run cold.
Jessica had the audacity to try and steal my man right in front of me?
I stepped forward, blocking her path. With a smirk, I coldly said, “Have you thought this through?”
“Ms. Sinclair, are you agreeing to the bet?” Jessica’s face lit up, her gaze immediately shifting to Caden.
I laughed coldly and glanced at her delicate neck before grabbing her by the throat.
Jessica gasped in shock, her hands scrambling at my wrist, nearly screaming.
“What are you doing?” she gasped.
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I turned back to Jessica, my grip loosening and shifting to her cheek. With a calm tone, I said, “How about this? If you lose, your life will be mine.”
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As I spoke, I tightened my fingers.
“You… “Jessica gasped, too afraid to breathe, her eyes filled with terror.
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I smiled casually. “What’s wrong, Ms. Sullivan? Are you scared? Didn’t you say that if we’re going to gamble, we should go big?”
Jessica’s teeth were chattering, and just as she hesitated to respond, I released my grip on her.
I brushed the makeup off my palms, smirking. “I’m not gambling with you. Caden isn’t an item. Why should he be a wager?”
At these words, Caden looked at me with such softness in his eyes, it was almost as if they were melting.
Feeling his gaze, I turned and winked at him.
Jessica stumbled back a few steps, letting out a shaky breath, staring at me in disbelief. “You…”
I wasn’t interested in responding to her. I turned and walked toward the witch’s stone area, leaving her with one last remark. “By the way, Ms. Sullivan, remember to choose a lighter foundation next time. Yours is too thick, and it’s starting to cake on your neck.”
“You-!” Jessica’s fury ignited, but she was quickly silenced by Jack’s cough.
She ground her teeth, sneering. “Ms. Sinclair, you’re quite confident. Let’s start, then.”
“I’ve already started picking,” I shot back, eyeing her. “Unless you have some special trick, just standing there won’t make the best stone magically run to you.”
I wasn’t about to show her any mercy. If she wanted a fight, I’d give it to her.
Reluctantly, Jessica jogged over and scoffed. “Let’s see if your luck with witch’s stones is as good as your tongue.”
Jessica’s POV:
Thatdamn Rosaline!
Today, I’mgoingtomakeher lose, andshe’llhavetoadmitdefeat!
The Stars Pack was known for generations of experience in witch’s stone betting, and with my own gifted sense, I was confident of my victory.
Rosaline didn’t have a clue, just idly picking stones and observing.
Soon, a crowd of werewolf gamblers had gathered around us, drawn by my reputation and the fact that Jack hadn’t made any effort to hide our bet. Nearly every werewolf present was now watching us.
After a bit of walking, I picked up a stone. Just as I was about to take it back, another stone caught my
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“Sorry, Ms. Sinclair, but I saw this one first,” I said with a smirk.
Rosaline didn’t seem bothered. She gave a nonchalant smile and turned her attention elsewhere.
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I looked down at the stone in my hand. The surface didn’t reveal much, but my instincts told me there was something valuable inside.
After picking my stone, I walked over, deliberately stopping next to Caden.
“Mr. Holbrook, do you really trust Rosaline?”
However, Caden didn’t even glance at me. His gaze remained fixed on Rosaline.
Just then, a gasp came from the crowd. I looked over and was momentarily stunned.
Rosaline was carrying an enormous stone. If I didn’t know better, I’d think she had pulled it straight off some cliff.
Larger stones often had higher value and a greater chance of containing high–level witch’s stones, but there was also a higher risk. Many gamblers who chose large stones ended up with worthless material.
It was a gamble–one that could make you a millionaire or leave you penniless.
The werewolves around us exchanged puzzled glances, but Rosaline was unfazed, calmly setting the stone down.
“Exhausting, this thing’s pretty heavy,” Rosaline sighed, fanning herself with her hand.
Jack’s face darkened slightly as he observed her.
I couldn’t hold back a sharp laugh. “Ms. Sinclair, bigger stones don’t necessarily mean higher–quality witch’s stones.”
Looking at the stone she brought, it was covered in dust, as if it had been dug out from some forgotten
corner.
Such a piece of junk couldn’t possibly beat mine.
Rosaline didn’t react. She shrugged nonchalantly. “Well, I don’t really know much about witch’s stone betting. I just picked one at random. Who knows? Maybe I’ll get lucky.”
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With my trained eye, I could tell that the stone Rosaline had chosen was nothing more than an ordinary,
worthless rock.
That meant victory was practically guaranteed.
I made my way over to Caden, my lips curling into a sly, confident smile. “What if you lose, Mr. Holbrook? Won’t that be a waste?”
I reached out, about to place my hand on Caden’s shoulder, but before I could, he quickly sidestepped, pulling Rosaline into his arms instead.
“A waste?” Caden scoffed, his voice cool. “As long as she likes it, that’s all that matters. And sometimes… it’s better not to jump to conclusions.”
At his words, Rosaline, who had been engrossed in her phone, looked up just in time to meet his gaze. “You trust me that much? Aren’t you worried I’ll ruin everything for you?”
Caden bent down, brushing his lips against hers softly before whispering, “Then I’ll have to trust you to take care of me.”
Rosaline smiled playfully, her fingers grazing his cheek as she gazed up at him with tenderness.
The scene of their affection stirred a wave of jealousy within me, and I snorted, turning away as I walked toward the cutting table.
“Let’s just get started,” I muttered, crossing my arms tightly, my lips pressed into a thin line.
Though I went first, a knot of unease tightened in my stomach. After all, this was witch’s stone betting, and while I could feel something inside my rock, I had no idea what stone it might contain.
As I watched, the first cut was made, and a faint red glow began to seep from the rock.
“It’s red!” one of the werewolves nearby shouted, excitement evident in his voice.
I moved closer, my gaze fixed intently on the cutting spot, a rush of excitement bubbling inside me.
The cutting continued, and the werewolves around us held their breath in collective anticipation.
Then, something extraordinary appeared inside the rock, making several of them gasp in astonishment.
“It’s Crownstone, a grade five spiritual stone!” the werewolf cutting the rock exclaimed, his voice trembling in awe.
A grin spread across my face, barely contained. Crownstone was one of the most coveted treasures in the world of witch’s stones.
Today, I was the one claiming victory.
Around me, the werewolves began murmuring among themselves.
“Good grief, Ms. Sullivan really is a pro at witch’s stone betting. She hits the jackpot right at the start.”
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“Ms. Sullivan has definitely won.”
“Let’s see what’s inside that big rock, though. Could it be even better?”
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Jack couldn’t help himself. He laughed, loud and clear. “Mr. Holbrook, looks like I’m the one winning this time.”
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Caden didn’t seem surprised by the outcome. He glanced down at me, his eyes catching the message thread on my phone, and paused for a moment.
“My rock hasn’t been cut yet, Mr. Horton, no need to jump to conclusions,” I said smoothly, my voice calm, and confident.
Jessica, standing beside me, had already picked up her stone, and now she stood in front of me, a smug smile playing on her lips. “You’ve lost.”
I shot her a sharp look. “Ms. Sullivan, did you lose your hearing? Or is your eyesight failing? My rock hasn’t even been cut open yet, so how can you claim I’ve lost?”
“Rosaline!” Jessica’s temper flared, her voice rising in anger.
But in the next moment, she seemed to realize she had overreacted and quickly composed herself. “The rock I picked contains Crownstone, the rarest grade five spiritual stone. What do you think could possibly beat that?”
She took a few steps closer and shot a provocative glance at Caden. “Mr. Holbrook, if you’re interested in betting on witch’s stones, you can come find me.”
I glared at Jessica, the urge to shut her up almost overwhelming. Her constant chatter was grating on my
nerves.
“Ms. Sullivan, congratulations on getting Crownstone,” I said coolly, my voice laced with sarcasm. “Now, could you please stop talking and step aside so I can admire your ‘masterpiece‘ in peace?”
Without waiting for her response, I turned away and headed toward the cutting table.
The werewolf cutter, clearly surprised by the size of my rock, paused for a moment. He looked up at me, hesitating before asking, “Are you sure you want to cut this one?”
“Cut it,” I replied firmly, giving a small nod.
The werewolf hesitated, eyeing the rock as if unsure how to proceed. Finally, he made up his mind and positioned the blade to cut from the center.
“Wait.” I raised my hand, stopping him. I pointed to a spot about a third of the way through the rock. “Cut it here.”
The werewolf gave me a curious look but followed my instructions without question.
All eyes were now on the rock, eagerly waiting to see what would emerge from the rock that had me so confident.
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The cutter’s face changed slightly, his blade plunging deeper into the rock, only to reveal that it was still just a plain, unremarkable rock–no hint of red to be seen.
“Figures, just another worthless chunk of rock,” Jessica sneered, her voice dripping with mockery.
“I knew it. She’s just an amateur who’s never done witch’s stone betting before,” someone added at the side.
“Yeah, she even chose such a huge one. It’s obvious now there’s nothing inside.”
“Probably spent a fortune on that one for no reason.”
The whispers around me didn’t bother me at all. I ran my finger thoughtfully along my chin, inspecting the rock with a keen eye.
“Did I make a mistake?” I murmured to myself before gently tapping the remaining part of the rock. “Let’s start cutting here.”
The cutter, who had been about to walk away, paused and looked at me. “You still want to cut it?”
“Of course,” I answered, stepping aside, my face filled with anticipation. “Go ahead and cut.”
“Are you sure? This rock doesn’t seem to have anything valuable. Maybe you should stop now,” the cutter said, trying to be kind, as if sensing my inexperience.
I smiled warmly at him. “It’s fine. Keep going. There’s plenty of rock left, and it’d be a waste not to cut it. Who knows? Maybe there’s something hidden inside.”
The cutter shrugged and went back to his task.
Nearby, Jessica couldn’t hold back a cruel laugh. “Even if you grind it down to dust, there’s nothing inside. I’ve already won this round, so don’t waste your energy.”
I ignored her, signaling the cutter to continue.
But again, as the cutter worked, the result remained the same. There was nothing; it was just a regular rock.
The werewolves in the crowd grew disinterested, and laughter rippled through the air.
The cutter clapped his hands to remove the dust. “See? Told you, girl, there’s nothing here. Just an old, worthless rock. Who knows how long it’s been sitting around. Looks like you’ve been taken for a ride.”
I crossed my arms, watching him intently. “Then can you finish cutting the rest, please?”
This remark sparked more murmurs from the onlookers. They seemed to think I had either lost my mind or was simply another wealthy fool.
Jack strolled over to Caden with a smug grin. “Mr. Holbrook, looks like I’ve won. Everything here’s mine
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Jack raised an eyebrow at Caden’s words. “What’s this, Mr. Holbrook? You going back on your word?”
Before Jack finished speaking, the cutter suddenly gasped loudly.
“My god, how is this possible?!”
All eyes turned toward him.
I smiled inwardly, thinking to myself that the old man wasn’t lying after all.
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“It’s red! It’s red!” the cutter shouted, his voice shaking with excitement. The rock he was cutting now gave off a faint red glow.
“I–it’s a grade four Wyrmstone!” The cutter’s voice trembled as he rubbed his eyes, unable to believe what he was seeing.
“Wyrmstone?!” At the mention of this, Jessica rushed forward, eager to examine the cut.
Wyrmstone is one of the rarest and most powerful types of witch’s stones, with a magical energy content of 99%, making it a near–perfect specimen.
“See? I told you I was lucky,” I said with a small, amused smile.
Jessica’s face drained of color before flushing with anger. She stared at me, her voice icy. “Don’t get too excited. Who knows how big this stone really is? It’s only a grade four Wyrmstone, after all. Still not as valuable as a grade five Crownstone.”
“Maybe.” I shrugged indifferently, waving for the cutter to continue.
Jessica sneered, muttering under her breath that I had simply gotten lucky. She was convinced that such a large piece couldn’t possibly hold a higher–grade witch’s stone. She didn’t believe it could ever match the worth of a grade five Crownstone.
But reality hit her hard. The cutter made another precise cut along the edge of the stone. As the blade passed through, a brilliant red appeared.
What emerged was a witch’s stone the size of a brick, its surface a flawless, deep red. The magical energy practically radiated from it, clearly marking it as a top–tier grade five spiritual stone.
The werewolves around us gasped in amazement. Some of them even hurried to search their old rocks, hoping to find something as valuable as what I had just revealed.
“Not bad,” I said, watching the perfect red witch’s stone glow in the light, already picturing the perfect gift I would give to Richard.
Jessica’s expression twisted with frustration. She turned to Jack, then snorted dismissively. “Now we’re basically even. Sure, your witch’s stone is bigger, but it’s just a Wyrmstone. Even if it’s grade five, it’s still not as rare as my Crownstone.”
“Even?” I picked up a shard of the rock and looked at Jessica. “Who says we’re even?”
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Watching my actions, Jessica’s expression darkened. “You seriously think there’s a top–tier witch’s stone left in these scraps?”
“I told you, I’m just lucky,” I responded, passing the leftover rock pieces back to the cutter.
All eyes were on us as the cutter began his work on the remaining rocks.
But it didn’t take long before one sharp–eyed werewolf gasped in disbelief. “Gosh, there really is something!”
“No way, that color doesn’t match…
“It’s Crownstone! It’s Crownstone! Over grade five Crownstone!”
The moment the words were spoken, the room full of werewolves erupted in excited chatter.
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I spun around, my heart pounding in my chest.
Without a second thought, I rushed forward, my gaze fixed on the witch’s stone. My fingers gripped the edge of the table as I tried to steady myself, overwhelmed by disbelief.
To think that such a massive witch’s stone had come from a rock was hard enough to fathom, but now, buried among the scraps, there was a Crownstone surpassing grade five.
I couldn’t wrap my head around it. I’d been involved in the witch’s stone betting for years and had never seen anything like this.
Didn’t Rosaline say she had no idea how this worked? Why was she so lucky?
Had she been hiding her abilities from the start?
This was beyond anything I could believe.
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“How about that? Pretty lucky, right?”
Jessica stood frozen, shock clearly written all over her face. Meanwhile, I remained calm, casually walking over to Caden and wrapping my arms around his waist
Caden smiled softly, brushing his hand over my cheek. Your luck has really surprised me.”
I grinned, my voice steady. “Luck plays a big factor in all of this.”
Though I might have used a little trick of my own.
“This is impossible!” Jessica suddenly shouted, spinning to face me with fire in her eyes. “You must have cheated! This can’t be real! Did you bring a device to defect the witch’s stone components?”
She reached out to grab me, but before I could react, Caden stepped in front of me, his imposing frame
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“Just accept your loss,” I said with a smug smile, peeking around Caden’s back. “Seems like it’s your first time losing, Ms. Sullivan.
“You little … “Jessica’s eyes narrowed, a mix of anger and disbelief overtaking her expression.
“I guess I won,” Caden said, looking at Jack..
The smugness faded from Jack’s face. Taking a deep breath, he chuckled lightly. “Ms. Rosaline, you truly are full of surprises. This has been quite the eye–opener. Would you mind helping me pick out a few witch’s stones?”
I raised an eyebrow but didn’t immediately respond. Instead, I turned to Caden and smiled. “I got lucky today, but as for helping Mr. Horton with the witch’s stones … what do you think, Caden?”
Caden didn’t hesitate. Without looking at Jack again, he wrapped his arm around my waist and began to turn away, his gesture clearly challenging. “I’ve secured a major deal today. If we don’t leave now, someone else might snatch it up. Mr. Horton, enjoy the rest of your day.”
Jack’s werewolf bodyguards snarled at us, their eyes filled with resentment.
Caden’s chilling presence was enough to silence them. Jack raised his hand, signaling for them to back off.
“See you next time, Mr. Holbrook,” Jack said, his voice low.
Caden scoffed, not bothering to reply. He took my hand, and we walked away in silence.
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As I watched Caden and Rosaline walk off, my frustration finally boiled over. I turned to Jack, my eyes filled with blame. “How could you let them get away? They must have used some trick! There’s no way-
“Do you really think your abilities are that great?” Jack shot me a glare so cold it felt like it cut right through me. “If your skills aren’t up to par, just admit it.”
“I … “I stammered, my anger dissipating as his words sank in. I clenched my jaw, glaring at Jack.
But he didn’t respond. He simply turned and walked away.
“Why didn’t you just keep Caden here?” I couldn’t help myself; the question slipped out.
“Caden’s the heir to the Moonshadow Pack. If it were that easy, why would I bother bringing him here?” Jack lit a cigarette, the smoke curling around him, obscuring his expression.
“I thought you were invincible. Seems like you still have people you’re afraid of.”
Rosaline’s victory left me seething, and I couldn’t stop myself from retorting sharply.
Jack’s eyes locked onto mine. Without a word, he reached out and grabbed my chin, his grip rough as he squeezed, the cigarette near my cheek sending a sharp heat through me.
I recoiled, instinctively trying to pull away. “Jack… what are you doing?”
Jessica,” he said, his voice icy. “Don’t think you can boss me around. Know your place. If you’ve got time to stand here arguing, maybe you should be looking at more rocks. Don’t forget, you owe Rosaline your life.”
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His presence was so overwhelming I could hardly breathe. I stood frozen, my eyes stinging, nearly on the verge of tears.
When he saw my reaction, he sneered and shoved me away, releasing his grip on my face.
Rubbing my sore jaw, I stood there, anger simmering within me.
That worthless Omega, rising only because of Caden’s Eclipse Pack.
I wouldn’t let her get away with this!
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As we drove, I leaned back against Caden, my head resting on his chest. Looking up, I asked, “Are you confident about getting the deal today?”
Caden’s hand gently stroked my hair, his voice soft and steady. “Jack still doesn’t have the confidence to confront me fully. Even though he’s in charge of the Rampage Pack, his position isn’t solid yet.”
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I glanced up at him, realizing this must be what true strength looked like in the heir to the Eclipse Pack.
When he’d brought me to Moonlight Bar earlier, it was clear he’d planned every detail. No matter what happened, we wouldn’t end up losing.
“Then why did you bring me along today?” I asked, curious.
“You once, mentioned wanting to try betting on witch’s stones, so I thought I’d take you with me,” Caden said with a soft smile.
For a moment, I froze, replaying his words. I had only mentioned it casually, but I never imagined Caden would actually remember.
I tapped my forehead lightly before wrapping my arms around his neck. “I wasn’t serious about it. You’re too good to me.”
Caden kissed my forehead with a playful grin. “I remember everything about you.”
Then his expression shifted, as though he had just thought of something. “By the way, how did you know there was a witch’s stone among the scraps? You just made me a lot of money.”
I gave him a mischievous smile, enjoying his puzzled look. “I might’ve … bent the rules a little. But I swear, no detection device was involved. I just remembered something and asked someone. Honestly, the piece I chose was the one Jessica ended up opening, but she grabbed it before I could.”
Caden furrowed his brows, clearly intrigued, but before I could explain more, he asked, “Was it Nicolas?”
I sat up, surprised. “How did you know I’ve been in contact with Nicolas? You know him too?”
A small suspicion crept into my mind. Did Caden bring me to this witch’s stone betting because of Nicolas?
“I saw your messages,” Caden admitted, his tone shifting to something more cautious. “I didn’t expect you to know him.”
The man we were referring to was Nicolas Sullivan, the Alpha of the Stars ‘Pack–Jessica’s grandfather. He was widely recognized as the foremost authority in the world of witch’s stones on the Werewolf Continent, and it was because of him that the Stars Pack had risen to prominence.
“Anyway, we met under interesting circumstances,” I mattered, a wry smile forming on my lips.
It all began with my grandfather, the former Alpha of the Shadow Pack.
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After moving to the countryside with my grandfather, secretly used a few tricks to outsmart someone at the Moonlight Alley’s online auction, snagging a valuable stone. It nearly pushed Nicolas to the point of coming after me.
So, when I helped Caden with the witch’s stone bet, I casually asked Nicolas for a few tips, but Jessica got there first.
However, once Nicolas found out I was betting against Jessica, he told me there was something special about the stone.
At first, I was skeptical, but once Nicolas had it appraised, I started to believe him.
Only someone like Nicolas, a true expert in the witch’s stone world, would leave something so valuable lying in a corner.
“So, Nicolas picked that stone for you?” Caden asked, still looking confused. “But Jessica is his granddaughter. Even if he likes you, it doesn’t make sense for him to do this. Why?”
“He wanted me to beat Jessica on purpose,” I replied, my tone serious. “He said Jessica is incredibly talented, but her arrogance is growing, and he’s afraid it might ruin her. He asked me to teach her a lesson.”
Caden nodded in understanding. By having me, someone with little experience, bet against Jessica–even with my luck–it would be a blow to her confidence.
After all, she had a better chance but failed to see it. For someone as competitive as her, accepting defeat would be hard.
But honestly, I didn’t care much for Jessica–her poor sportsmanship and the way she tried to steal my
man.
“You always find a way to surprise me,” Caden said, his gaze softening as he looked at me.
I smiled and leaned closer, wrapping my arms around his neck. “So, you’d better treat me well. I might just run off with someone else.”
I said it playfully, but Caden’s eyes sharpened, and his arms tightened around my waist, pulling me close.
“Who do you think you’re running off with?”
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The warmth of Caden’s breath tickled my ear as he spoke softly, though a hint of warning in his voice made my pulse quicken.
I tilted my head, my fingers lightly grazing his lips. Just before I could speak, he kissed me. It wasn’t a gentle kiss–it was intense, almost as if he wanted to pull me into him entirely.
I closed my eyes, giving a soft push against his chest as exhaled, my mind drifting away.
“We’re in the car,” I murmured, my voice tinged with uncertainty. Despite the partition separating us from the driver, I still felt a bit self–conscious.
“This is your doing,” Caden whispered, his voice warm against my skin as his cheek brushed against my neck. “Rosaline, I love you…
I wrapped my arms tightly around him, a smile creeping onto my face. “I love you too.”
But just as the moment began to settle between us, my phone rang.
With a quiet sigh, I pulled away and glanced at the screen. It was Naomi’s manager, Sandra, calling.
I answered the call, and soon learned that there was a mole in the company. Naomi had spotted a werewolf making a secret deal outside the building.
My expression grew serious as I listened. “Where are you now?”
“We’re back at the company,” Sandra replied.
“Stay there. I’ll be there soon,” I instructed, giving her a few more orders before ending the call.
Caden looked at me, confusion flickering in his eyes. I quickly filled him in on Naomi’s discovery.
“I’ll look into it for you,” Caden said, his voice now firm
“Thanks, I appreciate it,” I said, nodding. My mind raced as I processed what had been revealed
What I had initially thought was a simple paparazzi problem now seemed to be something much deeper- there was definitely collusion happening behind the scenes.
I signaled the driver to turn around, heading back to Starplay Entertainment. By the time I arrived, Naomi and Sandra were already waiting in my office.
I walked in and went straight to Naomi. “Are you okay?”
“No, I ran as fast as I could. They probably didn’t want to be seen, so they didn’t follow me,” Naomi replied, shaking her head, her face still pale from the scare.
I drummed my fingers lightly on the desk, my voice low and measured. “I didn’t expect anything like this.”
Clearly, I had been so focused on everything happening behind the scenes that I hadn’t noticed this serious issue unfolding in the company.
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Not far from Starplay Entertainment, I sat at a café, staring at the photos in my hands, a frown pulling at my lips.
“Is this all you have?” I asked, placing the photos down and sipping my coffee.
“It was hard enough to get into Starplay and snap these the young werewolf sitting across from me answered, his voice filled with uncertainty.
He was the one I’d hired to infiltrate Starplay and gather information.
“Didn’t you say you had connections inside the company?” I raised an eyebrow, a smirk curling at the corner of my lips. “If this is the best you can do, you can forget about your payment.”
“Hey!” he snapped, slamming his palm onto the table in frustration. His voice rose before quickly lowering, as he nervously glanced around the café. “You can’t do that!”
“I’m just looking for something worthwhile. I’ve paid you, so don’t think I’m going to accept anything less than what I expect. Got it?” I said coldly, slipping on my sunglasses. “You have three days. If I’m still not happy with the outcome, you won’t see a dime.”
I stood up, grabbed my bag, and walked out without saying another word.
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When I finally made it home from the office, I found Caden in the kitchen, preparing dinner.
I took a deep breath, sneaked up behind him, and wrapped my arms around his waist.
“Caden,” I whispered, resting my cheek against his back.
He turned his head slightly, his voice warm as he asked, “What’s wrong?”
I shook my head and smiled up at him. “It’s just so good to have you by my side.”
He nudged my nose playfully before leaning down to kiss my forehead. “How did everything go at the company?”
“We still haven’t figured out who the mole is.” I sighed, a frown tugging at my lips. “I’m a bit worried about
Naomi
“Oh? What’s got you worried?” Caden asked, his interest piqued.
“I’m concerned that those two might have seen Naomi’s car and could have recognized her. That means, unless we catch the mole soon, Naomi could be at risk
“Then have Naomi take some time off,” Caden suggested.
I shook my head. “I told her to take a break, but she insists on staying. The company’s given her so many advertisement deals to work on.”
Caden gently cunned my face. offering a reassuring no. “We’ll increase her security. A couple of paparazzi
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Caden reached up and pressed his finger gently against my brow, smoothing out the frown with a tender touch. “I’ve already had people look into it.”
I shook my head. “They’re being too careful. If they weren’t, I would’ve gotten some results by now.”
Caden didn’t answer, his expression distant, as though lost in thought.
“Don’t forget we’re going to the old Eclipse Pack mansion tomorrow.” I suddenly remembered, lifting my head from his chest to meet his gaze.
Caden hummed softly in acknowledgment. I smiled brightly. “My gift is ready. I hope Richard likes it.”
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I sat quietly in my chair at the studio, flipping through the script as the oppressive heat of the set made my skin cheeks burn and sweat trickled down my forehead.
I glanced up at the harsh sunlight pouring in through the windows, and the thought of the outdoor shoot looming ahead only made my headache worse.
“There you are,” Jasper said, walking over and tapping my shoulder gently.
I jumped to my feet, almost bumping into the overhead set pieces. Luckily, Jasper was quick, reaching out just in time to stop me from hitting my head. “Is something up? You need me for something?” I asked, adjusting myself and shaking off the near miss.
“Mr. Cooper wants to see you. He needs to talk about the upcoming scenes,” he explained.
I nodded, ready to go. “Thanks, I’ll head over now.”
As I turned to leave, Jasper hesitated, his voice catching in my ear. “By the way, I heard about what’s going on with the company.”
I paused, waiting for him to say more.
“If you need a break, I can talk to Mr. Cooper. You can take some time off,” he offered, his tone gentle.
I couldn’t help but let out a bitter laugh. “You sound just like Rosie.”
Jasper blinked, surprised. “Rosaline … ?”
“Rosie’s worried about me too. She wants me to take a break until all this blows over.” I stretched my legs, feeling the stiffness in my knees. “It’s like you both think I’m a child.”
His brow furrowed slightly, but he said nothing.
“I’ve already put work on hold long enough because of all this. I’ve caused enough trouble for everyone, and I don’t want to make it worse. Besides, some things came up that I can’t just avoid. Don’t worry. I’ll be fine. It’s just two paparazzi. What harm can they do? And Rosie even arranged a werewolf bodyguard for
me.”
With that, I waved him off and walked away.
“Emotion is everything in this scene. Make sure you nail it,” the director said, pointing at my script.
“Got it. I’ll give it my best shot,” I replied seriously, nodding.
I took a deep breath, mentally preparing myself.
“Action!”
At the director’s cue, I immediately lifted my gaze, my expression changing in an instant.
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The artificial rain began to pour, soaking me completely. I tilted my head back, forcing a smile that was more painful than joyful a smile that seemed to scream hopelessness.
“Why… “I began my lines, but before I could finish, the director’s frustrated “cut” shattered my moment.
The emotional build–up I had been creating vanished. I awkwardly turned, feeling the disruption.
“No, that’s not it. Your emotion isn’t strong enough,” the director said, shaking his head. “This isn’t the kind of feeling I need.”
“Feeling…” I murmured, trying to figure out what was missing. I had tried so hard.
Seeing my confusion, the director walked over and patted my shoulder reassuringly. “I think I know what’s going on. You and your boyfriend haven’t had a fight, have you?”
I froze, surprised by his insight.
“I knew it. The scene you’re playing isn’t just about sadness. It’s about guilt and sorrow after a breakup. It’s not just basic sadness,” he continued seriously. “Because of your actions, you lied to him and had to break up with him. You’re heartbroken. I need you to really feel that, not just act it. You need to be the person in the script.”
“Heartbroken … ” I whispered, the realization hitting me slowly.
The director, thinking he might have overwhelmed me chuckled and asked, “Am I being too harsh?”
I snapped out of my trance and immediately shook my head. Clenching my fists, I said, “No. I’m an actress. I need to do my job right. Let me try again.”
I walked back to my spot, lowering my head and focusing on my feet. I replayed the director’s words in my mind.
Guilt and sorrow…
I realized I had never truly experienced those emotions myself.
I furrowed my brow, pressing my palm to my chest, feeling the weight of the scene settle into me.
When the director gave the cue, I spoke my lines again
“I’m sorry…”
“I bit my lip, beginning to deliver my monologue.
I remembered that day–Samuel standing before me, his voice soft as he spoke.
I breathed deeply, tears welling in my eyes, mixing with the rain that streamed down my face.
“Perfect! That’s it!” the director shouted, unable to hold back a round of applause. “You were born to be an actress!”
Hooked up, a small smile tugging at my lips. But just as I did, I noticed someone standing by the camera.
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Still reeling from the intense emotions of the scene, I blinked, momentarily unsure of what I was seeing.
Why was Samuel here?
Before I could fully process what was going on, Samuel had already taken the towel from my assistant and draped it over my head, pulling me gently into his arms.
The warmth between us pulled me back to reality,
I tilted my head up, gave him a soft smile. “What are you doing here?”
My voice, still hoarse from that intense crying scene, carried the faint trace of tears. Water droplets clung to my lashes as I blinked.
I leaned into Samuel’s chest, nuzzling him like a cat searching for comfort.
“I missed you,” Samuel whispered, his hands moving to gently push my damp hair away from my face.
“How did I do?” I asked, glancing at the wet spot on his shirt where I had rested against him. I instinctively started to pull away, but his arm tightened around me, holding me in place.
“You were great,” Samuel said, cupping my face and lifting it so he could brush the wet strands of hair from my cheek. “So great, it actually made my heart ache.”
I let out a soft hum of acknowledgment, wrapping my arms around his waist, my voice barely audible. “I’m sorry…”
“What?” Samuel asked, brow furrowed as he tried to understand what I had said.
I shook my head, my lips brushing his jawline as I stood on tiptoe to place a gentle kiss on his chin. “I’m going to change now.”
“Okay,” he replied, loosening his hold on me, his gaze soft as he watched me walk away.
With a lull in my schedule, I found some time to rehearse my lines in the break room.
I hadn’t been there long before my eyes lit up when I saw Samuel enter.
Actually, it wasn’t just him–it was the bag he was carrying that grabbed my attention.
“What did you bring me?” I asked, a wide grin spreading across my face.
He opened the bag to reveal some pieces of chocolate, box of ice cubes and a small fan.
Since I had to watch my weight, I often found myself hungry on set, and chocolate was the only quick fix to keep my energy up.
Of course, I always had to eat it in secret, away from Sandra-if she found out, I’d be in big trouble.
So dieting often felt more like a form of torture than anything else.
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I tossed a cube into my mouth and winced. “It’s so cold.”
Samuel smiled at me, lightly pinching my cheek. “Slow down.”
I stepped aside, quietly grabbing another piece of ice, ready to pop it into my mouth.
But before I knew it, Samuel had caught my wrist.
Without saying a word, he placed the ice cube my mouth for me.
He looked up at me, his grip still tight.
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His fingers lingered on my lips, cold against the warmth of my skin, sending a shiver through me.
“What are you doing… “I murmured, trying to pull my hand away.
But Samuel simply leaned in a little closer, closing the gap between us.
“Hmm?” he replied, his voice low and soothing. “What did you say? I didn’t quite hear that.”
I pulled back slightly, feeling his intense gaze on me, and instinctively, I avoided meeting his eyes.
“I–I didn’t say anything.”
“Really?” He smirked, a teasing smile spreading across his face. “Because I could have sworn I just heard you say you loved me.”
I froze, instinctively turning toward him, but Samuel had already anticipated the moment. He tilted his head and kissed me, capturing my lips before I could react.
The ice from earlier still lingered on my tongue, creating a chilling contrast to the warmth of his kiss. I sighed, my hand resting gently on his chest as I relaxed into the kiss.
“Naomi … ” he whispered against my lips.
Just then, the break room door swung open. Sandra walked in, her eyes widening when she saw us, clearly caught off guard by the intimate moment. Without saying anything, she turned and quickly left.
I stared in shock, my face burning as I instinctively pushed Samuel away.
“Gosh, how embarrassing… “I gushed, my hand covering my mouth.
Samuct, however, only smiled mischievously. “Sorry, you’re just too cute.”
I shot him a playful glare, but my eyes immediately darted to the table, where the ice cubes lay, and my face flushed even more.
The door knocked again, and Sandra’s voice called from outside. “Can I come in?”
I bit my lip and rushed to open the door
Sandra peeked inside, her gaze moving from me to the room before landing back on my flushed face. All done?”
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Her amused smile made me realize what she was referring to, and I immediately blushed in embarrassment.
“Okay, I’ll drop it.” Sandra chuckled. “It’s your turn to shoot. Let’s go.“.
I nodded quickly, and Samuel stepped up beside me. “I’ll walk with you.”
The next shots went smoothly, especially with Samuel watching from the sidelines. I felt more comfortable with him there, and the energy on set was just right.
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“What do you want to eat?” he asked, walking beside me in the parking lot, glancing over at me as we strolled.
“I’ve realized something,” I teased, “you’re my biggest obstacle on this diet.”
Samuel smiled, but didn’t respond.
I tilted my head and pulled out my phone to check for nearby restaurants, not paying attention to where I was walking.
Samuel, used to this by now, gently took my other hand, guiding me forward.
“This place looks-” I started to say, but before I could finish, the sound of a car speeding toward us made my heart stop. Before I even realized what was happening, Samuel had swept me into his arms, shielding
- me.
We both stumbled to the side, and I could clearly see that Samuel had hit his head on a pillar while trying to protect me.
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The sudden shout made me jump in surprise, and before I could react, the harsh screech of tires scraped the pavement. Through Samuel’s shoulder, I saw a car speeding straight toward us.
My body froze, a wave of panic filling my chest, but Samuel was quick to act. He shoved me out of the way.
“Samuel!”
The screeching tires must have alerted the bodyguards nearby.
The car swerved sharply, seemingly trying to escape, I rushed toward Samuel, my voice trembling in fear.
“Samuel! Are you okay?” I dropped to my knees in front of him, my voice breaking.
Samuel pressed his hand to the back of his head and stood, shaking his head. “I’m fine.”
The werewolf bodyguards who had hurried over began asking questions. “What happened?”
I was too consumed with worry for Samuel to answer.
Noticing my distress, Samuel wrapped his arm around my shoulders, offering reassurance. He turned to the bodyguards. “A car deliberately drove at us. Check the surveillance footage and try to get the license plate or find out who owns it.”
The bodyguard nodded quickly. “Understood. I’ll take care of it right away.”
We need to get to the hospital, I said urgently, leading Samuel to the car. We headed straight there.
At the hospital, after ensuring Samuel was being looked after, I immediately called Rosaline to update her.
She was just as shocked as I was and quickly ordered an investigation into the cars coming and going. Soon, she called me back.
“Naomi, we’ve found them. I won’t let them get away with this.”
Relief washed over me as I sighed, feeling the weight lift from my chest. “Rosie, if you catch them, let me know immediately.”
They had harmed Samuel. I wouldn’t let them off the hook.
“How’s Samuel?” Rosaline asked.
“He’s still being checked over, but he hit his head on a pillar. I’m really worried,” I said, my heart sinking as I bit my lip.
Just then, the door to the exam room opened, and I quickly hung up.
“How are you feeling? Does your head hurt? Is it serious?” I asked, my heart aching when I saw the bandage on Samuel’s forehead.
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“It’s just a few scrapes. Nothing serious,” Samuel reassured me, gently stroking my hair and smiling softly.
Though Samuel insisted it wasn’t bad, I wasn’t convinced. I grabbed his hand and checked him over for any other injuries.
When I noticed a cut on the back of his head, my heart sank.
“You hit your head. And you call that just a few scrapes” I grabbed his wrist, determined to get him checked out properly.
Seeing my concern, Samuel reached out and carefully lifted me into his arms, setting me down gently on a chair in the hallway.
“I told you I’m fine. Don’t worry,” he said, kneeling in front of me with a reassuring smile.
I bit my lip, tears slipping down my cheeks. “You scared me. That was so dangerous.”
“Don’t cry, my dear,” Samuel said softly, wiping the tears from my eyes, his thumb brushing my cheek.
I leaned into his touch, pressing my cheek against his palm, savoring the warmth of his skin.
“The company’s already tracking them down. I won’t let them get away with this,” I said firmly.
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After hanging up, I sat at my desk, staring at the footage on my computer screen. Anger slowly bubbled up inside me as I studied the images.
A knock on my office door broke my concentration. I quickly hid the file and called out, “Come in.”
The door opened, and a nervous young werewolf from the planning department stepped in, adjusting his glasses. “Ms. Sinclair.”
I gave him a silent look, signaling him to explain himself.
“I’m from the planning department. Here’s the monthly summary report,” he said, scanning the room. briefly before handing me the documents.
“Why didn’t your department head bring this personally?” I asked, my tone calm but curious.
The young man hesitated before replying, “Uh… Ms. Brown wasn’t feeling well this afternoon, so she asked me to deliver it instead.”
I observed his every move, noting a slight shift in his demeanor. I nodded slowly. “Alright, you can go
now.”
He hesitated again, then spoke up, “Ms. Sinclair, would you like me to get you a cup of coffee?”
was busy with paperwork, so I nodded absentmindedly.
His face lit up with a smile as he turned to leave.
I watched him go, letting out a quiet scoff. “I thought it be someone more impressive,” I muttered to myself before dialing Joel’s number.
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Not long after I hung up, Joel walked into my office.
“Well? Did you find the rat?” Joel asked, scanning the room before approaching me.
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“His name is Tony Covington. He’s just a minor guy from the planning department. He went to get me some coffee, but he’ll be back soon.” I rested my chin on my hand, a smirk tugging at the corners of my mouth. “It’s been a while since I’ve met such a daring werewolf.”
“No wonder you called me to your office today,” Joel snorted, a grin spreading across his face as he observed me. “Seems like you’re looking for an actor who works for free.”
“Well, even if I didn’t ask, you’d still show up at my office every day, wouldn’t you?” I flashed him a playful smile.
Hearing that, Joel moved closer to my desk, his eyes sparkling with amusement. “Are you sure you don’t want to sign me to your company? I wouldn’t mind a little office romance.”
Gosh, this guy just never knew when to stop.
Since I needed his help with a bit of a performance later, I didn’t mind his presence. I leaned back in my chair and crossed my arms. “Forget it. I don’t think you’d make a good actor. I’ll just find someone else.”
As I spoke, my fingers were already tapping on my phone. Joel stepped closer, about to say something, but he stopped when he noticed the surveillance screen on my computer.
At that moment, Tony appeared at the door, carefully holding the coffee cup.
I shot Joel a quick glance.
He caught on immediately, raising his voice just enough so Tony could hear from outside. “I’m not afraid of Caden.”
Sure enough, we saw Tony pause, then cautiously press his ear to the door.
Suppressing a smile, I asked, “What are you planning to do?”
Just as I spoke, Tony pushed open the door, and Joel took the opportunity to step in front of me. I tilted my head, leaning into him.
From Tony’s perspective, it must have looked like we were about to kiss.
Tony walked in, freezing momentarily with a look of surprise flashing across his face.
Joel and I both reacted as if we were just as stunned. I turned sharply toward the door, my expression twisted in anger.
“Don’t you know how to knock before entering?” I snapped, my voice cold.
“I–I knocked…” Tony stammered, lowering his head. “ust came to bring you coffee.”
As he spoke, Joel stood and walked out of the office, leaving behind a final remark.
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Tony blinked, clearly confused, before quickly lowering his gaze. But I noticed the flicker of cunning in his
eyes.
When he looked up again, his expression was back to its respectful facade as he placed the coffee on my desk and hurried out.
I rested my chin on my hand, staring at the coffee in front of me, its scent drifting upward. A cold laugh slipped from my lips.
“That little brat dared to spike the coffee.” Freya’s voice broke through the silence with a mocking tone.
“This is perfect. It means he took the bait,” I replied, a faint smile curving my lips.
At lunch, I lay on the couch in my office, pretending to sleep.
A soft sound came from the door.
I barely cracked open an eyelid, peering through the gap between my lashes. I saw Tony sneaking into the office.
“Ms. Sinclair?” he called quietly, knocking softly on the door. He glanced around the empty office before stepping inside with a boldness I hadn’t expected.
“Ms. Sinclair?” he called again, scanning the room before noticing the empty coffee cup on my desk. A sly smile appeared on his face.
When his gaze shifted, he saw me lying on the couch.
Tony let out a quiet sigh of relief, straightened himself up, and slowly approached the sofa.
I kept my eyes closed, hearing him sneer and mutter to himself, “You always act so cold and proper, but I didn’t expect you to be this wild behind closed doors.”
Then I heard him grab my phone, apparently trying to unlock it. After failing to bypass the face recognition, he tossed the phone aside.
“Now’s the perfect time, right? Might as well take advantage of it,” he chuckled to himself.
I knew exactly what happened next, thanks to the security footage.
After his little speech, he pulled a pinhole camera out from his clothes.
He found a spot and set the camera up, then began unbuttoning his shirt in front of me.
Just as his hand reached for the collar of my shirt, my phone buzzed with a new message.
Tony jumped, ba glanced at the screen without bothering to check it.
As his hand moved lower, I opened my eyes.
Tony’s face drained of color. Before he could react, he gritted his teeth and reached for my wrist, planning to force himself on me.
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I quickly pulled my wrist out of his grip and kicked him in the stomach, sending him crashing to the floor in pain.
“Tony, you really have some guts,” I said coldly, looking down at him.
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Tony struggled to push himself up from the floor, but I quickly kicked him again, this time pressing my foot firmly against his chest, using just enough force to hold him in place.
“H–how…” Tony stammered, clearly stunned, barely able to form words.
I smirked, leaning over him. “Curious why I didn’t drink the drug you put in my coffee?”
“Y–you knew?!” Tony blurted out, his face full of shock.
I let out a dismissive laugh. “With that terrible acting of yours, if I hadn’t gone along with it, you’d never have gotten into my office.” I exhaled sharply, not bothering to hide my disdain. “And you really think a low–level worker like you could make my coffee? Do you know anything about my preferences?”
Tony’s face contorted with confusion as his body trembled with a mix of fear and disbelief.
“Say cheese.” Just then, Joel appeared out of nowhere, holding his phone and recording the scene, zooming in on Tony’s face for a closer shot.
“Why don’t you let me play the hero and save you?” Joel teased, shooting me a mock hurt look before turning his cold gaze back to Tony. Without warning, he stomped his foot down onto Tony’s hand.
Tony screamed in pain, his face twisting with terror.
I stepped aside and picked up the tiny pinhole camera that Tony had planted, setting it down on my desk.
“Who gave you permission to record in my company?” I asked, my voice cold with barely contained anger “And who’s pulling your strings?”
“I… “Tony hesitated, his expression shifting between fear and indecision, unsure of whether to reveal the truth.
“Not going to talk?” I said casually, picking up my phone. “That’s fine. I already have plenty of evidence. You’ll be going to jail, but too bad I only caught you in the act.”
I waved my hand dismissively, signaling to Joel to step forward. He grabbed Tony by the neck and/ prepared to drag him out of the office.
Tony, now desperate, panicked and cried out, “I’ll talk! Ill tell you everything!”
I scoffed. “It’s too late for that.”
Later that evening, Caden came to pick me up, and we headed back to the Eclipse Pack’s old mansion.
As soon as we entered, we were met with the sight of Queenie and Wendy lounging on the sofa in the living room.
Queenie glanced up at Caden but completely ignored me, continuing her conversation with Wendy.
“Grandpa’s birthday is the day after tomorrow, Wendy. The gift you got him will definitely be a hit,” Queenie said, her voice light, almost teasing.
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Wendy’s gaze shifted, landing on Caden’s face. She immediately stood up and walked toward him.
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“Cady, you’re back! You must be exhausted after today,” she said, clearly trying to act as if she were the lady of the house. She reached out to take his jacket.
I stood off to the side, watching with cold amusement.
Caden, however, completely ignored Wendy. He reached out and pulled me close, guiding me deeper into the house without so much as a glance at her.
Wendy’s face immediately darkened, but Queenie stepped forward quickly, blocking our path. “Caden, Wendy’s been waiting for you all day.”
She positioned herself on Caden’s other side, as thoughtrying to separate us. But I wasn’t backing down. Without hesitation, I raised my arm and tripped Queenie.
She tumbled forward, letting out a loud scream as she hit the floor.
“Rosaline! What are you doing?!” Queenie yelled, her face twisted in fury.
I crossed my arms and gave her a mocking smile. “Oh, Queenie, it’s been so long since we last met. A greeting like this–what a delightful surprise. I don’t know if I can handle such a warm welcome.”
Queenie’s face flushed with rage. She tried to push herself up, but as she did, the hem of her dress caught under my foot, and she lost her balance again, crashing to the floor with a loud thud.
Her chin hit the ground so hard that her eyes watered with pain.
I stood there, watching her with a smirk, my arms still crossed.
Wendy, looking frantic, immediately rushed to help Queenie to her feet, glaring at me. “Rosaline, how could you treat her like that? That’s just cruel.”
As she spoke, her gaze lingered on Caden’s face, as though silently pleading for his support. She added, “Queenie is Cady’s sister, after all. How could you treat her this way?”
I blinked innocently and turned to look at Caden, playing up my act. “Caden, what do you think? Was what I did really so bad?”
I mimicked Wendy’s tone, sweet and overly dramatic, to the point where even Caden raised an eyebrow in
annoyance.
Caden opened his mouth, probably to tell me to reign in, but just then, his phone rang.
He glanced at me, and I gave him a playful wink, signaling that I wouldn’t push it further. With a sigh of relief, he stepped away to answer the call.
As soon as Caden was out of earshot, Queenie’s demeanor changed entirely. She shoved Wendy’s hand away, glaring at me before raising her palm, ready to slap me across the face.
I didn’t flinch. Instead, I grabbed her wrist with a firm grip, squeezing it until she yelped in pain.
“Queenie, as long as you stay out of my way, I won’t bother you,” I said coldly, my voice sharp as ice. “But if you keep this up, don’t blame me for being ruthless.”
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I released her wrist and glanced at my nails, speaking casually. “And as for some people, calling Caden ‘Cady‘ all the time …who do you think you are?”
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Her face turned from pale to an unhealthy shade of green, her lips quivering as she bit down hard to hold back her words. Her gaze was sharp and furious as she glared at me. “Rosaline, don’t push your luck!”
I let out a light, amused chuckle and met her learning all sorts of things today.”
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I didn’t spare either Wendy or Queenie another look, simply brushing past them. As I walked away, I threw a cold remark over my shoulder. “Feel free to do something if you’re that eager. I’m ready when you are.”
“You shameless Omega bitch, do you think you’re so powerful, acting all high and mighty like this!” Queenie shouted, her voice laced with venom as she cursed at my retreating figure.
I made my way upstairs and found Caden standing in the hallway, waiting for me.
I walked straight to him, wrapping my arms around his waist as I approached.
“It’s so annoying,” Caden muttered, his voice dripping with irritation. “I was hoping to see Grandpa when I got back.”
A cold gleam flashed in his eyes, revealing how much he despised returning to the Moonshadow Pack’s old mansion. Queenie and Eleanor’s presence here was a constant source of frustration for him.
Though he wasn’t scared of them, he tolerated their presence out of respect for Richard.
Richard didn’t exactly like them either, but since they were members of the Eclipse Pack, he felt obligated to protect them as long as they didn’t cross certain boundaries.
Caden pulled me into a room, his hand resting firmly on my back.
I casually draped my arms around his neck, remembering something that made me pause. I looked up at him with a thoughtful expression. “Caden, do you think I was too harsh just now?”
The thought of Wendy’s pitiful performance made me shudder in disgust.
With a soft sigh, I placed my fingers gently on his hand then looked at him with a sweet, almost helpless expression. Caden, you must be so tired after today,” I said, perfectly mimicking Wendy’s tone.
Caden raised an eyebrow, his gaze shifting slightly as he observed me.”
“Cut it out,” he said, his voice warm but firm.
Not ready to let it go, I swayed my hips closer to him, leaning into his embrace and speaking in a low, flirtatious tone. Cady, don’t you care about me?”
Caden froze for a second before his hand gently cupped my chin, pulling me closer. “What did you just
call me?”
I grinned, leaning in close to his ear and letting my breath brush against his skin. “Cady,” I whispered,
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His throat tightened, and with a sudden movement, he pushed me onto the bed. Hovering over me, his arms planted on either side, he leaned down, his voice low and filled with desire. “Rosaline…”
His voice made my heart race, full of raw emotion.
I wrapped my arms around his neck, tilting my head up to kiss him.
The world around us seemed to blur as our lips met, the air around us heating up, our bodies drawn together.
But just then, we heard footsteps approaching
“Caden, why didn’t you bring Rosie to see me when you got back? You don’t think I’m annoying, do you?”
The door suddenly swung open. Mid–kiss, we froze. Without thinking, I pushed Caden away, my face turning crimson as I hid it against his chest.
Standing in the doorway was none other than Richard, caught in a very awkward moment.
Caden quickly straightened up, pulling me into his arms as his expression turned icy. “Grandpa, could you at least knock next time?”
Richard cleared his throat, trying to cover his blunder. After hearing Caden’s words, he stood up straighter and huffed, “What’s the big deal? It’s not like you’re doing anything inappropriate. I just walked into the wrong room. Don’t mind me. Go on with what you were doing. Maybe I’ll get a chubby grandkid out of this soon. Heard that, Rosie?”
What was he talking about, a chubby grandkid? His blunt comment left me blushing, too embarrassed to look at him.
“Well, get back to what you were doing. Why are you both staring at me?” Richard continued.
“Grandpa.” Caden’s voice was now a low, icy warning.
Richard picked up on the tension and quickly turned to leave, muttering to himself, “Young people these days. They don’t even close the door properly anymore”
I had never been so mortified. Hiding my face with my hands, I buried myself in Caden’s chest, unsure of what to say.
After a few moments, I managed to regain some composure and muttered, “I’ll go take a shower.”
But jus as I stepped toward the bathroom and reached for the door, a hand pressed against the doorframe, causing me to jump.
“What are you doing?” I asked, confused, glancing up at Caden.
He flashed a sly grin, effortlessly stepping into the bathroom with me, his expression innocent. “Taking a shower.”
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I could instantly tell what Caden was planning. I batted my lashes and said, “Then you take the first shower.”
With a playful pout, I turned to leave–but Caden wrapped an arm around my waist and pulled me back into his arms. He teased, “Didn’t Grandpa just say, we should try a little harder to give him a grandson? Do you want a boy or a girl?”
The way he said it made my cars burn.
I nudged him with my elbow. “I haven’t married you yet.”
“You’re mine either way.” And with that, he lifted me up in his arms.
I squealed, instinctively wrapping my arms around his neck. “Caden, you shameless wolf!
Moonlight spilled into the bathroom. The two of us stood there bare, and deep inside, Freya howled with delight.
Rosaline, I love you.”
And just like that, it was another night of passion–where body and soul intertwined.
By morning, I was completely worn out. I could barely move.
Half–asleep, I felt Caden press a gentle kiss to my forehead and whisper, “Wanna get up for breakfast?”
I didn’t even open my eyes, just shook my head.
He tugged the blanket up over my shoulders and said softly, “I’ve got a quick meeting at the office. I’ll be back soon. If you’re hungry, have Willa fix you something.”
Too exhausted to reply properly, I mumbled something and drifted off again.
I didn’t know how long I’d slept when a loud knock jolted me awake.
The door burst open and someone stomped in.
It was Eleanor, storming into my room like a whirlwind,
“Well, well. Still in bed? Do you even know what time it is?” She looked me over with barely concealed disgust.
“Who said you could come in?” I rubbed my eyes and looked up at her.
“You dare talk to me like that?” she snapped, folding her arms. “Get up! There’s tone of things that need to be done in this house. We didn’t allow you into this family to treat you like royalty!”
Her yelling was giving me a headache. I massaged my temples and asked calmly, “Are you done? If you did,
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But she wasn’t about to let it go. She stepped forward, voice rising. “Rosaline, who do you think you are. talking to ine like this?”
“Enough!” I lifted my gaze, cold and sharp Eleanor flinched and took a step back.
I took a deep breath, pushing the anger down. “Are you finished? If you did, please get out.”
“Rosaline, don’t think you’re all that. Let me tell you something. An Omega like you will never marry into this family!” Her eyes glinted with malice.
“The one marrying me is Caden. Do you think your opinion will change that?” I twirled my wrist and sighed. “You don’t like me. Well, I don’t like you either. Can’t we just live our lives separately without bothering each other?”
That set her off. Eleanor raised her brows and chided, “You really think you’re untouchable, don’t you? I know all about you, Rosaline. Every dirty little secret of yours. I have dirt on you.”
“Oh? My secrets?” I smiled faintly, amused. “Then why don’t you tell me what exactly you have on me?”
“Aren’t you shameless? You’ve been sneaking around behind Caden’s back, haven’t you? Heaven knows how many mangy mutts you’ve been with!” Eleanor insulted me harshly.
Her words made my expression darken. I jumped up from the bed and stood directly in front of her.
I was taller than Eleanor. When I stared down at her, the pressure made her twitch nervously and instinctively take another step back.
“Where did you hear that?” I asked coldly.
She thought she’d struck a nerve. Eleanor smirked triumphantly. “If you know what’s good for you, you’ll do as I say. Or you’ll regret it.”
“Are you threatening me?” I narrowed my eyes, replaying some past events in my head. Her words began to make sense.
I rolled my eyes; my expression shifted into something close to panic. “Wait! What exactly do you know?”
Eleanor had never seen me like this. She grinned smugly and said, “If you’ve done it, don’t expect to keep
it hidden.”
She turned and marched out.
“Wait!” I called out loudly after her.
I made my voice tremble, trying to sound afraid, and pleaded, “Y–ou couldn’t possibly know!”
When she was finally gone, I plopped back on the bed and let out a lazy yawn.
So, Eleanor’s shown her hand. It looks like Richard’s birthday party is going to be quite the spectacle.
Right then, my phone buzzed on the nightstand.
I glanced at the caller ID. eves narrowing.
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After a quick wash, I realized how hungry I was and healed downstairs to find something to eat.
Sure enough, Queenie and Eleanor were lounging on the couch. The moment they saw me, their expressions turned smug and superior, like they were waiting for something.
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I ignored their whispers and walked straight into the kitchen, where Willa was still simmering something on the stove. I asked softly, “Willa, is there anything to eat?”
She turned around with a warm smile and said, “Mr. Calen specifically asked me to make some soup for you before he left. It’s in the pot now.”
As she spoke, she took out a bowl and a ladle. “Please go sit at the table. I’ll bring it right over
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“Thanks, Willa. You’re a lifesaver,” I replied with a smile then made my way to the dining table.
But just as I sat down, Queenie suddenly stood up from the couch.
“Some Omegas are just born lazy,” she muttered under her breath as she walked past me.
Right then, Willa approached with the bowl of soup. Without warning, Queenie nudged Willa’s arm with her elbow
The bowl tipped, spilling hot soup all over the floor.
“Oh no, Willa, how could you be so clumsy?” Queenie complained, feigning annoyance as she sidestepped and checked her clothes for stains.
Willa panicked instantly and bent down to clean the mess. “I’m so sorry, Ms. Queenie! Did it burn either of you? I’ll go get another bowl right away.”
I glanced at Willa. Since she was unharmed, she spoke gently. “It’s okay. I can get it myself.”
But Queenie stepped in, raising her hand to stop me. “Oh, Rosaline, I feel terrible about how I acted yesterday. Let me make it up to you–sit down. I’ll get the soup for you.”
Without waiting for a reply, she walked into the kitchen
My brows furrowed. Whattrickisshetryingtopullthistime?
Queenie ladled out all the soup from the pot into one large bowl, balancing it carefully as she made her way toward me. There was a strange smile on her face one that didn’t quite reach her eyes. Something about it was off.
I just watched, expressionless, as she sashayed over like she was carrying a peace offering But just as she reached me she let out a sudden gasp, as if something had startled her, and turned as if to throw the entire bowl of steaming soup at me.
But I already knew what she was planning. Quick as lightning, I yanked Willa out of the way and shot out my leg, kicking Queenie hard in the shin. She cried out in pain.
Then, without missing a beat, I stepped on her foot and swept it backward with mine. Queenie lost her balance entirely
The crash was loud. Eleanor, who was enjoying the show from the couch, screamed in shock.
She fell straight into the edge of the dining table, her stomach hitting it with a thud. Half the soup dumped all over her chest and lap. The bowl itself tumbled down and landed squarely on her foot.
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She let out a scream, soaked in broth and vegetables, looking absolutely ridiculous.
“Ow! It hurts–it really hurts!” she screeched.
“Queenie!” Eleanor jumped to her feet and rushed over But when she saw Queenie covered in greasy soup, she hesitated and drew her hands back in disgust
Then she turned on me with fury in her eyes. “Rosaline You lowly Omega!”
With fury, she raised her hand to slap me.
There was no way I was going to just stand there and take it. I stepped slightly to the side, easily dodging Eleanor’s slap. Then I turned to Queenie with a cool, steady gaze and said, “Oh dear, Queenie, how could you be so clumsy?”
I leaned in slightly and jabbed, “If you wanted some soup, you could’ve just asked. No need for all this drama.”
Honestly, I was impressed by her persistence. After everything that happened yesterday, she still hadn’t learned her lesson and messed with me again.
Queenie clutched her stomach, her face twisted in pain and rage. With a crazed look, she lunged at me.
I stepped back again, calm and steady, just as she slipped on the oily floor and crashed down hard–again.
“Rosaline!” Eleanor shrieked. That was all she could do shout. She didn’t even try to help Queenie up.
I turned to her and said quietly, “I told you yesterday–if you don’t mess with me, I won’t mess with you. How many times do I have to say it before it sticks in your head?”
Eleanor was speechless, clearly flustered. She opened her mouth to respond, but I simply crossed my arms and said coolly, “If you don’t get her to a hospital soon, she might need plastic surgery.”
That finally shook Eleanor into action. She spun around and barked at Willa, “Why are you just standing there? Help her up!”
Willa, clearly shaken, rushed over, but Queenie slapped her hands away. “Get away from me!”
Just then, Richard’s voice echoed from the front door. “What on earth is going on in here in the early morning?”
The moment Queenie heard him, she shot up from the floor, clutching her face and wailing dramatically, “Grandpa! Rosaline–this evil Omega–she tried to scald me! She threw hot soup right at my face! It hurts so bad!”
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Richard turned his head and spotted Queenie, looking like a mess, and immediately his brows knitted together. Then he looked at me, as though waiting for someone–anyone–to give him a reasonable explanation.
Eleanor jumped in before anyone else could speak. “Richard, look at her! She hasn’t even married into this family, and she’s already throwing her weight around. Yesterday, when she got back, she was picking on Queenie the whole time.
“And today? She slept in and lazed around all morning When Willa tried to serve her soup, she knocked it over on purpose–then she insisted that Queenie be the one to clean it up. Since when is Queenie our maid? Why should she be waiting on Rosaline?”
At that moment, Willa walked in carrying an ice pack. Even though Eleanor clearly found Queenie’s dirty clothes repulsive, she jumped right into,her role as the loving mother.
She wiped Queenie’s face gently, then placed the ice pack on the reddened patch of skin as she cooed “sweetheart” over and over, playing the part like she was truly the victim.
“Rosie, what exactly happened here?” Richard asked, shifting his gaze to me.
My expression remained calm as I replied softly, “Queenie suddenly offered to bring me soup this morning. But she lost her balance.”
I left out the details. Just the facts.
I didn’t want to stir the pot further in front of Richard. It was my way of giving Queenie and her mother a little dignity.
“That’s a lie!” Queenie shrieked. “You told me to do it, and when you didn’t like the way I served it, you dumped it on me! Grandpa, she’s not fit to marry into our family!”
“If you don’t like us, Rosaline,” Eleanor added, fanning the flames, “you could just say it. You don’t need to torment us in the shadows.”
I couldn’t help but laugh at their performance. Looking Queenie in the eye, I said, “Willa was right there the whole time. Maybe we should ask her what she saw
“Willa?” Richard turned to her, gesturing for an answer.
Willa’s face tightened. She lowered her head, avoiding both Richard’s and my eyes. Her voice came out hesitant. “It… it was Ms. Rosaline who told Ms. Queenie to do it.”
I felt a flicker of disappointment but stayed silent.
Of course I noticed the look Eleanor gave Willa. The maid had worked in the household for decades. She’d been by Eleanor’s side far longer than she’d known me. Even if she wanted to help me, she wouldn’t dare stand against Eleanor.
Eleanor’s expression turned smug as she clutched Richard’s arm. “See, Richard? You heard her. Rosaline is just awful. Thank goodness we saw her true colors now Caden cannot be tricked by an Omega like her!”
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I didn’t want to put either him or Willa in a difficult spot, so I sighed lightly and lifted my chin. “Richard, isn’t there a security camera in the living room?”
Those words wiped the smugness right off Eleanor and Queenie’s faces. Queenie’s grip on the ice pack even tightened visibly–none of it escaped my notice.
“If there’s a recording,” I said coolly, “then everything will be clear. Whether I did something wrong or someone’s making things up, the footage won’t lie.”
“Richard, wait-” Eleanor tried to stop him. As Alpha, Richard had seen everything–the panic in their eyes, the shift in their posture. He didn’t miss a thing.
He struck his cane against the floor, shooting Eleanor a sharp glare. “Do you really want me to pull up the footage?”
That shut her up immediately. Her face went pale.
“Then what are you standing around for?” He barked. “Take her home and clean her up!”
Snapping back to her senses, Eleanor grabbed Queenie and rushed out.
Willa stood there awkwardly for a moment, then bent down to clean up the mess on the floor. Richard waved me over. I walked to him and bowed in front of the old man.
“Sorry,” he murmured, gently patting my head. “I have misunderstood you.”
I shook my head, saying nothing.
Right then, my stomach let out a loud growl, breaking the tension with perfect comedic timing.
Richard burst out laughing with no shame at all.
I rubbed my nose, a little embarrassed, and felt powerless to deal with him.
Before this, I used to think my grandfather was an eccentric old man, but Richard clearly wasn’t much different. No wonder the two of them always argued when they met.
Once he finished laughing, Richard stood and offered, “You haven’t eaten yet? Come on. Let’s go back to my place–I’m cooking today.”
I beamed and trailed behind him. “Geez! Thanks, Mr. Richard.”
“Mr. Richard? That sounds far too formal. Just call me Richard already,” he said with a grin.
“Oh, by the way, when are you and Caden going to give me a grandson to cuddle? I’m bored out of my mind every day.”
“Richard!” I said, blushing.
“What? Getting shy now, kiddo?” He teased. “It’s not just me–your grandpa’s been nagging me too. We’re both waiting!”
“My grandpa wouldn’t say something like that!”
“Oh? So now you don’t believe me?”
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Afterward, I sat with Richard in his backyard for a while. By the time I finally left, it was already noon. I didn’t stop in the living room but went straight to my room.
Not long after, someone knocked at my door. Iglanced up, surprised to see Willa walking in.
“Ms. Sinclair Her voice was timid. When she looked at me, I could see the guilt written all over her face. “About what happened this morning, I’m really sorry. I didn’t mean to, but I-”
“I understand,” I cut her off gently.
I knew Willa had made her choice–maybe she didn’t have much of a choice at all. Still, that didn’t mean I could just let it slide.
It’s not that I’m heartless. But just imagine–if there hadn’t been a security camera in the living room, if Richard hadn’t trusted me completely, then Willa’s words on Queenie’s behalf could’ve ruined me
People had to look out for themselves. I’m no saint either. I can’t afford to be overly sympathetic.
“An apology will do,” I said quietly.
Willa seemed to understand exactly what I meant. She gave me a small, respectful bow, then turned and left the room.
Naomi’s POV:
“What? You found him?” I jumped out of my chair as soon as my manager gave me the news. “Who is he? Can I meet him?”
If it weren’t for that jerk, Samuel would never have been hurt trying to protect me.
I was burning with anger, just waiting for the chance to unleash it.
My manager motioned for me to sit back down. “Take it easy. I don’t know exactly who it is yet. They caught one guy, but I heard there’s still a werewolf involved we haven’t identified. And this smells like something bigger–there’s probably a mastermind behind it. We’ll get them. Just not all at once.”
“Why wait?” I crossed my arms and dropped back into my seat, fuming. “This is ridiculous. I don’t care how many people are involved–I won’t let a single one of them off the hook.”
Just then, someone knocked lightly at the door. My manager got up to open it, and there stood Samuel.
I had been craning my neck to see who it was. The moment I saw him, I practically launched myself across the room into his arms.
“What are you doing here? Are you okay? You should be resting!” I hugged him tightly, running my hands gently over him to check for any lingering injuries.
Samuel let out a small laugh and cupped my cheek. “You asked me this morning. I told you–I’m fine.
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“What, I can’t worry about you now?” I pouted and turned my face away playfully. “Am I annoying you already?”
He pulled me close again and pressed a kiss to my lips. How could I complain about it? I’m hoping you’ll annoy me for the rest of my life.”
I tapped his chest, pretending to push him away, and messed with him. “So you are saying I’m annoying.”
Samuel looked a little stunned, trying to respond, when our manager cleared his throat dramatically from the side. “You two lovebirds have been together nearlyree months now. Could you maybe tone it down a little–in public?”
Samuel didn’t miss a beat. He brushed my cheek with his fingers, then turned to the manager. “Naomi doesn’t have anything scheduled this afternoon, right?
The manager paused, then raised an eyebrow. “Why? You taking her on a date?”
“Something like that.” Samuel smiled, then grabbed my hand. “I’m borrowing her for a bit.”
I followed him out the door, glancing up curiously. “Where are we going?”
He hesitated for a beat, then said, “To meet my parents
“What?!” I froze on the spot, my whole body stiffening as the words hit me.
I stared at Samuel in disbelief, half–convinced I’d just misheard him.
“Wait, who exactly are we going to see?” I asked again, my voice unsteady. My heart was already pounding like crazy.
“The Alpha and Luna of the Meteor Pack,” Samuel replied with a calm smile. “My parents.”
I just stood there, completely blank. Then, as if something finally clicked, I spun toward him. “Why didn’t‘
you
tell me this sooner? I–I don’t even know what to do!”
Sure, I’dmet his mother once before, butlet’sjust say I didn’texactlyleave a goodimpression.
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“Samuel …” I looked down at our intertwined hands and mumbled, “Do we really have to go? I–I don’t think I’m ready yet.”
“Naomi.” Samuel gently placed his hands on my shoulders and turned to face him. “Why are you so anxious?”
“I just don’t think your parents will like me. And you ended up in the hospital because of me last time. It feels like I’ve only ever brought you trouble.”
I couldn’t deny it–fear was bubbling in my chest. I was scared to face him and terrified to face his parents.
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“Sweetheart.” Samuel cupped my face with such tenderness that my heart trembled. “Look at me.”,
I bit my lip and lifted my gaze to meet his.
He pulled me into his arms, his fingers stroking my hair with the gentlest touch. “Why are you blaming yourself for everything? You haven’t done anything wrong.”
“But…”
He cut me off before I could finish. “No buts, Naomi. I love you. I’m with you because I want you to be free -to live your life without fear, to be happy every day. Not like this, carrying all this worry.” His voice was low and calm, like warm water soaking into all the cracks in my heart.
“It hurts me to see you like this. Did I fail to make you feel safe? Is that why you’re hesitating now?”
I reached up and pressed a finger gently against his lips. “You’ve done everything right. I just … I haven’t figured out how to face all of it yet. I’m not quite ready.”
“I’m sorry for rushing you,” Samuel said softly.
Then he leaned in and placed a gentle kiss on my forehead. “But tonight, you’ll have to meet them.”
“Why?” I blinked, caught off guard.
“I’m taking you to a party tonight. My parents will be there too,” he explained seriously.
“A party?” My breath caught. I couldn’t help wondering–was it his family gathering?
“Don’t worry. It’s actually the Eclipse Pack’s celebration. Tonight is the Alpha’s birthday, and we were invited as guests from Meteor Pack. Come with me, okay?”
“Alpha Richard’s birthday… with Eclipse Pack?” I was stunned.
Samuel must have read my thoughts, because he added, “Your boss, Rosaline, will be there too.”
“So… we’re going with your parents?” I asked, blinking nervously.
He shook his head. “We’ll just see them at the party. No pressure.”
Then his tone turned a little playful. “Still, even the most bashful bride has to meet her future in–laws
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Samuel caught my hand and pressed a kiss to my palm. “I’ll wait–until you’re ready”
My heart melted. I nodded.
“Come on, let’s go find you a dress.” Samuel took my hand and led me out of the studio.
Rosaline’s POV:
I stood in front of the mirror, sorting through outfit options for Richard’s birthday party that evening.
Caden came up behind me and wrapped his arms around my waist, resting his chin on my shoulder. He kissed the side of my neck gently.
But I wasn’t really in the mood to get intimate with him. I rubbed my belly and looked at him, pouting. “Do I look like I’ve gained weight?”
He playfully pinched my waist and teased, “Maybe it’s not weight gain. Maybe you’re pregnant.”
I blushed furiously and pinched his arm. “Don’t say that! If anyone’s to blame, it’s you. Your cooking is way too good, and I’m gaining weight because of that.”
“Well, a baby needs nourishment, right?” He teased with a straight face.
I raised my hand to smack him again, but there was a knock on the door. Caden’s assistant stood outside holding a huge gift box.
Caden nodded and took it from him. I eyed the box curiously. “Is that the gift you’re giving Richard?”
He shook his head, set the box aside, and scooped me up into his arms before laying me gently on the bed.
“It’s for you.”
“For me?” I blinked in surprise. At his urging, I opened the box and found an absolutely stunning, luxurious evening gown inside.
“Try it on,” Caden said with a soft laugh. “Wear it tonight.”
Warmed by his thoughtfulness, I took the gown into the dressing room.
I had to admit his taste was impeccable. The deep burgundy color set off my fair skin beautifully, and the sleek fit hugged my figure just right. The cutout at the waist added just the right touch of elegance and allure.
When I stepped out, Caden’s eyes lit up.
“What do you think?” I tilted my head, smiling.
He stared at me, awe in his eyes, and said in a low, earnest voice, “You look gorgeous.”
Since the party was still a while away, I carefully changed out of the dress. Caden left to help prepare for the event, and I’d been planning to go with him–until my phone rang.
It was Jasper, he said without preamble. “We found him, and he told me everything.”
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“Perfect,” I said, curling the corners of my lips into a smile. I was about to give a few more instructions when I bumped into Wendy before turning the corner of the staircase.
Without missing a beat, I ended the call and turned to walk past her. BuWendy called out to me before I could slip by.
“Rosaline, the party is starting soon. Why haven’t you changed yet?” Her eyes swept over my outfit, and she frowned. “Don’t tell me–you didn’t prepare a gown?”
For a moment, I genuinely worried about her intelligence.
I lifted my eyes and glanced at her and urged darkly, “If you have nothing nice to say, don’t force small talk. It just makes things awkward for both of us.”
Her face flushed and paled by turns, and the smile she wore faltered. As I started to walk away, she suddenly blurted out, “Rosaline, what did I ever do to make you hate me so much?”
“You should figure that out for yourself. Maybe once you do, you’ll stop bothering me.” I couldn’t be bothered to waste more breath on her. I’d assumed Wendy had some tricks up her sleeve, but now I saw she wasn’t even worth the effort.
Just then, a maid passed by. I gave a quick instruction. “Bring the blue box from my room down to the dressing room, the one with my gown in it.”
Without waiting for a response, I turned and walked away, leaving Wendy standing there, furious and stomping her foot in frustration.
Caden’s POV:
Guests were arriving steadily in the grand hall. My grandfather sat at the head of the room, chatting with the many werewolves who had come to celebrate his birthday.
After a while, he leaned toward me and asked in a low voice, “Where’s Rosie? I haven’t seen her yet.”
I glanced toward the stairs and said, “She should be down soon. I’ll go check on her.”
I headed for the dressing room. When I opened the door, I found Rosaline sitting casually on the bed, scrolling through her phone. Next to her was the blue box.
“What’s going on?” I asked. Just from her posture and expression, I could tell something had happened.
She didn’t say anything right away, just gave me a look.
I followed her gaze to the box–and my eyes narrowed. Inside was a gown, but it had been slashed in multiple places. It was completely ruined.
“Do you know who did it?” I asked, my voice turning cold.
Rosaline stood up and stretched lazily, nodding. “I didn’t expect it to be this easy. All that effort I put into setting the trap–it was wasted. Turns out I didn’t even need it.”
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“Wendy did this, didn’t she?” I brought up that name and remained seated,
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Rosaline wasn’t surprised. She smiled slyly, resting her elbow on her knee and propping her chin in her palm.
“Mr. Holbrook, any thoughts?”
I shook my head but stayed silent. She walked over and, to my surprise, sat down on my lap.
“Whatever Wendy tried to do to me–it’s all because of you, you know. And I heard you two have known each other for years. If something happens to her later, you’re not going to blame me, are you?”
Rosaline’s POV:
I was just flirting with him.
But Caden’s expression darkened at this. He removed the hand that had been resting on my waist and said in a low voicè, “Get up.”
I froze for a second. I knew I’d crossed a line. Biting my lip, I moved to sit beside him instead.
Stealing a glance at him, I was about to apologize, but before I could speak, he cupped the back of my head, leaned in, and kissed me.
The kiss was fierce–full of heat and a possessive intensity that caught me completely off guard.
When Caden finally let me go, I was gasping for air, my chest rising and falling as I struggled to catch my breath. My eyes were watery as I looked up at him.
His thumb brushed gently across my lips. His voice was low and steady, yet full of warning. “Rosaline, you’re the only one I care about. I don’t give a damn about the rest–and I don’t want to hear you talk like that ever again.”
I nodded and wrapped my arms around his neck, resting my head gently on his shoulder. “Go on ahead. I’ll be down in a minute.”
He nodded once and stood to leave.
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The party outside was already in full swing. The moment I stepped out, I was instantly surrounded–some with genuine greetings, others just pretending to care.
My gaze drifted over the crowd, eventually landing on a couch in the corner of the room where Queenie and Wendy sat side by side.
Wendy’s eyes met mine. A spark of excitement flickered across her face as she stood up, clearly intending to
come over.
But I ignored her and turned straight back toward my grandfather. My mother was standing next to him, speaking about something I didn’t catch.
“Caden, didn’t you go to get Rosie?” she asked. “Where is that girl? Still nowhere to be seen?”
Out of the corner of my eye, I saw Wendy approaching. I paused for a second, then answered quietly, “She’ll be here soon.”
Wendy blinked, a smug little smile tugging at the corners of her lips as she lowered her eyes.
I caught the expression but didn’t acknowledge it.
“Today is Richard’s birthday,” my mother said sharply. “And yet the entire celebration has to wait for an Omega? This is completely inappropriate.”
By now, Wendy and Queenie had walked up to us. Queenie crossed her arms and spoke loudly, “We all know what kind of person Rosaline is, don’t we? Just look at my face–this is her doing!”
Even under heavy makeup, the redness on Queenie’s cheek was visible, and frankly, it looked more comical than pitiful.
“But, Queenie,” Wendy said with a faux–innocent tone, “didn’t you say it was just an accident before? So why –?” She suddenly stopped herself, glancing around like she realized she’d said too much.
My mother’s eyes widened, and she chided, “What do you mean, accident?! Rosaline hasn’t even married into this family yet, and she’s already bullying Queenie. What will it be like if she actually becomes one of us? And now she’s a no–show at Richard’s party? Completely out of line.”
I shot her a cold glare. She immediately fell silent in panic, her eyes darting away.
“Since the party has already started, let’s not dwell on this anymore,” Wendy chimed in smoothly. “Mr. Richard, I prepared something special for you today. I really hope you’ll like it.” She stepped forward with a bright smile.
The other werewolves overheard this and turned their attention toward us.
It was supposed to be a sweet birthday tribute, but after just a few seconds, the screen flickered–and suddenly, the footage changed. Gasps broke out all around.
“What the heck is that?”
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“I heard she’s had a crush on Caden forever. Maybe she lost it after finding out he’s engaged to Rosaline?”
Wendy had her back to the screen at first, but as the whispers grew louder, she turned around–then let out a bloodcurdling scream.
On the screen was a blurry photo: a woman in a skimpy dress, clearly drunk, sprawled across a bar couch. Several male werewolves surrounded her, touching her in ways that made everyone uncomfortable. And the woman in the footage? It was Wendy.
Her face drained of color.
Wendy’s POV:
That night at the bar–I never meant for this to happen. Queenie and I had gone out for drinks, and I had a little too much. When I woke up surrounded by empty bottles and the mess, I panicked and left as fast as I could.
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I was certain I uploaded Rosaline’s photo for the projector!
“No! This isn’t right! They’re fake–these photos are fake! What’s going on?” I screamed, racing up to the screen and yanking at the curtain. “Turn it off! Shut it down, now!”
The werewolves around me looked on with a mix of surprise, amusement, and disdain.
Then a voice rang out from behind the crowd.
“What’s going on here?”
Everyone turned to look. Rosaline stood at the edge of the crowd, a curious expression on her face.
She looked up at the screen. The moment she recognized the image, her lips curled in disgust. Then she pointed straight at me, her eyes wide with mock surprise. “Oh wow… isn’t that your photo?”
I froze. She was still wearing the same dress–the one I know I destroyed.
I was sure I had completely destroyed her gown–so how on earth was she still wearing it? The whole plan hinged on that. If the dress was ruined and I released those photos at the party, she wouldn’t have been able to show up and explain herself right away.
But now, not only was her dress perfectly intact, she was standing here in the flesh. And the footage on the screen? Someone had certainly swapped them out.
As I watched her smiling face, a horrible realization hit me all at once.
I charged straight at her, pointing an accusatory finger in her direction and shouting, “It was you! You did this! Rosaline, you’re absolutely ruthless!”
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Rosaline took a step back, her voice calm as she said, “I have no idea what just happened. What could I have done? My gown got stained earlier, so I went to change. I only just got back.”
Then she glanced at the projection screen and gave a slight, almost moding smile. “Shame, really. Looks like I missed something big, huh?”
I was trembling all over, barely able to stand.
Though the projector had already been switched off, everything–everything–had already been seen by
everyone.
I suddenly turned and grabbed Queenie by the wrist, dragging her out into the open.
“Queenie, you were with me that night! You know everything! I didn’t do any of that–I was set up, wasn’t I? Tell them!” I shouted, my voice cracking.
Queenie looked around nervously at the faces of the other werewolves. Then, awkwardly, she pulled her hand free and said, “Wendy… yeah, we went to the bar together, but I left early. I don’t know what happened after that.”
I froze. I hadn’t expected that. Not from her.
Panicked, I lunged forward to grab her again–but Eleanor was faster. She stepped in front of me and shoved me aside. “Wendy, I didn’t realize you were so shameless. Stay away from Queenie. Don’t you dare drag her into your mess.”
Eleanor pulled Queenie away. I was cornered. Queenie looked at me, but she turned her head sharply to the side, refusing to meet my eyes again.
The crowd clustered together, whispering and pointing at me. Some were even taking pictures to share with others. In that moment, I–the heiress of the Wild Pack–had become the butt of every cruel joke in the
room.
“No… it’s not like that, none of it’s true! I was framed!” I cried out, my whole body shaking.
And then I saw Caden. I stumbled forward on weak legs, practically crawling, and clutched his sleeve. “Caden, you have to believe me–it was Rosaline! She did this! She set me up!”
Caden frowned and stepped away, visibly repulsed.
“Rosaline, why would you do this to me?” I rasped.
Rosaline, standing next to Caden, turned her gaze toward me. “Me? What exactly did I do to you, Wendy?”
“You know everything! You do! Don’t act like you don’t!” I snapped, furious.
But Rosaline simply pressed her lips into a faint smile and gently tapped her arm with her fingertips. “No, Wendy. I don’t know a thing.”
She then leaned in, so close her breath brushed against my ear, and whispered so only I could hear. “You brought this on yourself. You deserve it.”
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Wendy looked up at me; a flash of fierceness flared in her eyes She reached out and tried to grab my neck. “Rosaline, if I go down, I’m taking you with me!”
But I was ready. I caught her wrist before she could touch me and twisted her arm behind her back without hesitation, forcing her down.
Wendy screamed in pain, collapsing onto the floor in a heap.
“You’re a disgrace!” roared Richard, who had been watching silently until now. His voice boomed through the hall as he stared at Wendy in disgust. “My pack has been allies with Wild Pack for generations–and they send someone like you to represent them? Pathetic. Get her out of here. Send her back to Wild Pack. Now.”
The butler quickly signaled the guards to escort Wendy out. She glared at me the whole way, her face twisted in rage.
“I always thought the Wild Pack heiress was supposed to be a proper lady,” someone in the crowd muttered. “Guess she’s wilder than we thought.”
That voice–it was familiar. I looked up and, to my surprise, saw Jessica walking out from the shadows.
She smiled politely and walked up to Richard.
“Since today is Alpha’s birthday, I brought a little gift. I hope you’ll like it,” she said softly.
She opened an ornate box she had brought, and the moment everyone saw what was inside, a collective gasp filled the room.
Inside was a top–grade witch’s stone, rich in color and clarity. It had been carved into the shape of a majestic mountain, glowing faintly with a soft red aura that shimmered with aura. One glance was enough to tell–it was worth a fortune.
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“No surprise there–she’s the heiress of the Stars Pack. Look at that extravagant gift.”
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“Isn’t that a witch’s stone? I remember it was originally unearthed by the Stars Pack’s Alpha. Must be worth at fortune by now.”
“Ms. Sullivan really is favored by Mr. Sullivan, huh?”
“That’s probably the most expensive gift so far.”
The murmurs of admiration spread quickly among the crowd of werewolves as soon as the witch’s stone was revealed. Faces lit up with envy, their eyes glinting with curiosity and awe.
Jessica soaked in their praises like sunshine on a summer day, her gaze sweeping toward Richard with smug satisfaction..
“For such a valuable gift, you’ve really gone the extra mile,” Richard said with a gentle laugh, nodding approvingly. His eyes never left the witch’s stone. It was clear he was truly pleased–after all, it was a stone like this that had helped heal his illness years ago, thanks to Hughie.
“Judging by the craftsmanship, I’d say this was carved by Norris Lawrence himself,” someone nearby remarked, triggering a fresh wave of gasps and excitement.
Jessica’s eyes flickered with amusement. She turned slightly, her gaze resting lightly on Caden before finally speaking. “You guessed right–it was carved by Norris. I had to make several visits and pull a few strings to convince him to take the commission. But if Mr. Richard likes it, then it was all worth it.”
Norris was the most celebrated sculptor on the Werewolf Continent. Not even 30, yet his work already fetched high prices in prestigious art galleries. Getting him to take on a commission these days was close to impossible.
So the fact that young Jessica had managed it was no small feat.
While she basked in the admiration, her eyes drifted toward the small box in my hands. Her tone turned curious and a little too sweet. “And what about you, Ms. Sinclair? What kind of gift did you prepare for Richard? Another witch’s stone, perhaps? I remember you once won an ultra–grade Crownstone worth a small fortune.”
Her voice was laced with false modesty, and instantly, all eyes turned to me.
Jessica took a step forward, offering an explanation to those around her. “You may not know this, but Ms. Sinclair is something of a gambling stone expert. I actually lost to her once. I’ve been thinking of asking her to be my teacher–maybe she can show me how to spot a real witch’s stone next time.”
That statement, coming from someone as famous as Jessica for her stone–gambling prowess, stunned the
room.
I curved my lips into a polite smile and said softly, “Sure. If you’re serious about becoming my apprentice, I’d be honored.”
Jessica blinked, clearly caught off guard. “Wait, what did you say?”
I tilted my head innocently. “Didn’t you just say you wanted to learn from me?”
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“Well, how can I be modest when even a genius like you keeps complimenting me?” I replied cheerfully.
Jessica’s face twitched ever so slightly. She wisely chose not to respond. Any more, and she might have had to actually kneel and call me an expert.
“I didn’t know you were skilled at this, Rosic,” Richard said, looking at me with mild surprise.
I smiled and gave a small shrug. “Oh, I don’t know the first thing about stone gambling. It was just dumb luck. But hey, isn’t luck a form of skill, too? Don’t you think so, Ms. Sullivan?”
That was a slap to Jessica’s pride, and she knew it. The so–called prodigy beaten by someone who “got lucky“? If word got out, she’d be the laughingstock.
Jessica bit her lip, said nothing, and quickly steered the conversation back to the gift in my hands. “Ms. Sinclair, don’t keep us in suspense. What did you give Mr. Richard?”
“You guessed right–I brought him that ultra–grade Crownstone,” I said, opening the box to reveal a bracelet strung with vibrant red witch’s stone beads, each one streaked with gold and shaped simply.
Compared to Jessica’s elaborately carved mountaintop sculpture by Norris, my bracelet looked almost
rustic.
Jessica’s eyes glimmered with something close to glee, though she put on a disappointed look. “That Crownstone was so high quality, but you used it to make a bracelet? Isn’t that a bit of a waste? I would’ve commissioned a display piece. If it wasn’t already finished, I might’ve introduced you to Norris. He could’ve turned it into a masterpiece.”
I sighed lightly. “Well, it’s definitely not as fancy as yours. I just asked an old craftsman I know to make it.”
“Enough chatter. Rosie, bring that bracelet over and let this old man have a look,” Richard said, motioning for me.
I nodded and walked over, kneeling slightly as I handed him the bracelet.
“Not bad, it’s lovely,” Richard murmured, nodding in approval. But just as he was about to slip it onto his wrist, his hand froze midair.
“This bracelet … ” he said, trailing off.
“Do you like it?” I asked with a smile.
Richard didn’t respond immediately. Instead, he turned the bracelet over in his hand, studying it intently, a crease forming between his brows. A long pause followed–then his face suddenly lit up as if something clicked.
Finally, he looked up at me, sharp and curious. “Rosie … who made this bracelet for you?”
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“Carving? Mr. Richard, but… this bracelet looks completely plain,” Jessica said, puzzled.
Richard gave a small snort. “No designs? Are you all blind? It’s right there for anyone to see”
He placed the bracelet back in its velvet box and held it out for everyone to look. Curious, the crowd leaned in. A moment later, gasps of amazement filled the air.
From afar, the bracelet looked like a string of ordinary stone beads. But up close, the details emerged- astonishingly intricate carvings graced each bead.
Mountains, rivers, endless landscapes–all captured in miniature, as if an entire world had been etched into stone. No two beads were the same; each design held a different meaning. Even if you ignored the symbolism, the craftsmanship alone was beyond compare. No one on the entire Werewolf Continent could possibly replicate such skill.
Many of the werewolves present had never seen anything like it. Their stunned silence eventually gave way to admiration.
Jessica stood frozen, shocked. Compared to this, the intricately carved mountain centerpiece she’d proudly gifted earlier now seemed amateurish.
After all, carving onto a single bead was far more difficult than shaping a larger chunk of spirit stone.
“This is incredible–there wasn’t a hint of design when you looked at it from a distance.”
“Who on earth could make something like this?”
“Didn’t Ms. Sinclair say it was crafted by some ordinary old man? Are there really sculptors even more talented than the famous masters?”
“I thought Ms. Sinclair’s gift average,
but now … I see she put the most heart into it.”
One by one, werewolves began crowding around me, eager to ask where I had the bracelet made.
Richard quickly closed the box, clutching it like a treasure as his thumb brushed against the Moon Goddess charm hanging from the strand. His fingers paused–he’d felt something on the back. He turned it over. And froze.
On the underside of one of the beads, carved in ancient script, was a name.
Narrowing his eyes, Richard looked up at me. “Do I know this person?”
I smiled knowingly. “Of course you do, Richard. It’s Shay.”
“You–you actually convinced that old man to do this?” he asked, stunned.
Others nearby looked lost. A few of the younger werewolves exchanged whispers.
“Who’s Shay? Never heard of him.”
“Must be some legendary sculptor.”
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“Well,” I said with a sly grin, “I didn’t exactly tell Shay this bracelet was for you. I just asked him to teach me how to make it. If he finds out who it was for, he might just be mad at me.”
The image of Shay’s grumpy scowl flashed in my mind, and I winced a little.
“Wait… he taught you?” Richard picked up on the slip right away.
I hesitated, then nodded. “Yes. Shay taught me the carving techniques himself. I’m still not that skilled though–I had to ask him for some help in the final touches.
What I said was only half true. Shay had guided me through the designs, yes. But in reality, I’d long since mastered the art. A rookie couldn’t have carved something like this, no matter how much help they got
“Rosie… What other surprises are you hiding from me?” Richard asked, eyes warm as he patted my hand.
Jessica, on the other hand, looked completely rattled. “No way. You couldn’t have made this yourself!” she
blurted.
“I told you–Shay helped a lot,” I replied calmly, meeting her gaze.
Jessica’s smile grew stiff. “I’d love to meet this Shay. He must be some hidden expert. Where on earth did Ms. Sinclair find him?”
I raised an eyebrow. “Oh, come now, Ms. Sullivan. You should know him–especially since you admire someone like Norris.”
Jessica’s expression faltered; she forced a smile and said, “Ms. Sinclair, you must be mistaken. I don’t recall ever meeting a sculptor named Shay.”
Just then, an older werewolf standing beside Richard spoke up. “Ms. Sinclair … This Shay you’re talking about–could he be Shamus?”
“Who?!” Someone shouted in shock the moment they heard the name.
“I’m surprised someone actually figured it out,” I replied with a smile. “That’s right–the old man I know is none other than Shamus Bailey himself.” Then I turned to look at Jessica, who was still frozen in disbelief, and asked with genuine curiosity, “Ms. Sullivan, don’t tell me you’ve never heard of Shamus?”
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Most people had no idea who Shamus was. But in the world of sculpture across the Werewolf Continent, he was a true legend–an undisputed master. The artist Jessica had always worshipped? He was merely Shamus’s student.
Back in his prime, Shamus suddenly laid down his tools and withdrew from the art scene altogether. That’s when his protégés began stepping into the spotlight one by one, gaining fame and accolades.
But no one really knew what Shamus had done after vanishing from the public eye. That is, until a few years ago, when Norris casually mentioned that his mentor had gone traveling–touring the rivers and forests of the wild lands.
Watching Jessica’s proud face crumble into disappointment filled me with a quiet sense of satisfaction.
She probably never imagined that I’d have a personal connection to her mentor’s mentor–and an even deeper one than hers.
And to think, she didn’t even heard of him.
“Richard, do you like the gift?” I asked, ignoring Jessica’s expression, flashing Richard a warm smile.
Richard gave a soft grunt. “Not entirely.”
“Huh?” I blinked, feigning innocence. “But I put so much effort into preparing this. What could possibly be wrong?”
“The gift itself is fine,” Richard replied, his voice calm. “It’s Shay I have a problem with.”
That caught my attention. I tilted my head in curiosity, eyes twinkling. “Oh?”
He crossed his arms, idly fiddling with the carved beads, then scoffed. “That stubborn old man swore he’d never part with that Pegasus carving. I offered him everything–money, favors, even rare stones. He refused every time. Swindled me out of a fortune, too. I was furious.”
Pegasus? My eyes widened slightly. I remembered that piece. Shay had already given it to me, hadn’t he?
I glanced sideways and leaned in toward Richard. “But think about it, Richard. Shay had been retired for years. He swore off sculpting forever. And now? You’re the one who made him break that vow.”
That got him. His lips curled into a reluctant smile as he tapped my forehead. “Who are you kidding? It wasn’t me who convinced him–it was you, you little troublemaker. Still, I’ve got to hand it to you. This was one heck of a surprise.”
“As long as you’re happy, Richard,” I said with a grin.
“Oh, I’m thrilled, no doubt about it. But I’d be even happier if you and Caden could give me a grandson
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I never expected Richard to say something so outrageous at a public event. My face burned as f looked at him.
Before Richard could say more, Caden stepped in and wrapped a protective arm around me, pulling me close.
With the gift presented, the party was halfway through. Richard, though Tond of festivities, wasn’t one for noise, so he excused himself before things grew too rowdy.
Despite being Richard’s birthday, the event was more of a networking gala–every Alpha and heir from Rivemon’s elite packs had shown up. Everyone came bearing gifts, sure, but more importantly, they were here to forge alliances. Once the formal banquet ended, it shifted into a more relaxed cocktail party.
I sat quietly on a couch, nibbling on a slice of cake, watching from afar as Caden chatted with others. The boredom was starting to creep in.
“Rosie!”
Naomi came over, holding her dress as she approached, with Samuel following closely behind.
I nodded politely, but before I could say anything, Naomi burst out, “Rosaline, did you find out who broke into the company and who the traitor was? Do you know who they are? Can you tell me?”
“What’s going on?” I looked up, slightly amused. Naomi was a sweet girl–this sudden agitation was new.
“I want to make them pay!” she snapped. “Those two caused so much damage. I nearly-” she stopped herself mid–sentence. “I’m putting them behind bars, no doubt about it. But before that… how are you planning to deal with them?”
I smirked. “Hmm… I haven’t decided yet.”
Naomi pouted and vowed, “But if I rough them up too badly, and they sue me, I’d be the one getting burned.”
I leaned in closer, whispering, “Oh, come on. With the way Samuel dotes on you, I’m sure he’d protect you no matter what. You two are practically the poster couple for soulmates–it’s enough to make people jealous.”
As expected, Naomi’s ears turned a bright red.
She glanced at Samuel, a sweet smile spreading across her lips.
I sighed and rubbed my temple.
Great. NowI’d playedmyselfandendedupwiththosetwoshowingofftheirlove.
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