Chapter 40

Chapter 40

When she arrived home, she headed straight to the bathroom.

The smell of blood seemed to cling to her, even though it wasn’t hers.

The hot water cascaded over her skin, washing away the remnants of the encounter.

But no amount of soap could cleanse the unease that lingered.

Shaking off the dark thoughts, Nora stepped out of the shower and wrapped herself in a towel,

She had plans for the day.

Tomorrow was

morning.

was the long anticipated party, and she needed a dress. a showstopper, something that would make her feel alive after such a tense

The mall buzzed with activity as Nora made her way to one of the most exclusive dress boutiques in the city,

Its grand glass doors gleamed under the lights, promising luxury and sophistication.

Inside, the store was a dazzling display of glamour.

Backs of exquisite gowns lined the walls, each a masterpiece of design and artistry.

Intricate beading, flowing fabrics, and rich hues adorned the garments.Nora’s eyes lit up as she scanned the collection.

“May I help you?” a clerk asked, her voice polite but devoid of warmuth

Nora glanced down at her casual outfit jeans and a plain sweater.

disdain in the clerk’s eyes, the way she sized her up and dismissed her as

I’ll look around.” Nora replied, undeterred.

moved through the store, her fingers trailed lightly over the

fell on a dress displayed prominently in the center of the

blue that seemed to shimmer with every shift of light, as if

in its fabric.

delicately scattered across t the bodice and skirt, mimicking a cascade of

enough to be alluring but still sophisticated, and the long train pooled like

she whispered, drawn to it like a moth

She stepped cl

up close, but a clerk appeared in front

me, ma’am,” the clerk said curtly, her smile tight. “That’s the jewel of our collection. It’s been reserved by a Unrelated individuals aren’t allowed to approach it.”

wasn’t going to touch it. I just wanted a closer

no room for argument. “This gown

stepped back, her wolf growling

knew she

extremely high

Luna and put the clerk in her place, but she chose

a respectful distance, her eyes fixed on

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and while she didn’t step closer, she

truly something else,” she murmured, half

nearby gave her a quick glance, her lips curving into a faint, condescending

taste and, of course, the means to afford it,” she

she turned her attention to the other dresses around

fabrics with intricate

could rival

landed on a gown that suited her perfectly.

was a soft ethereal shade of champagne, with delicate lace embellishments

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