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

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

she moved through the store, her fingers trailed

her gaze fell on a dress displayed

seemed to shimmer with every

in its fabric.

scattered across t the bodice

was elegant, dipping just enough to be alluring but still sophisticated, and the long train pooled like liquid moonlight on

beautiful,” she whispered, drawn to it like a moth to a

She stepped cl

admire the details up close, but a clerk

curtly, her smile tight. “That’s the jewel of our collection. It’s been

wasn’t going

tone leaving no room

back, her wolf growling

she could

an extremely high price.

place, but she chose

eyes fixed on the gown at the center

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Chapter 40

undeniable, and while she didn’t step closer, she allowed herself a

else,” she

a quick glance, her lips curving into a faint,

of course, the means

her attention to

stunning, crafted from luxurious fabrics with intricate details,

none could rival the grandeur of the gown at

a while. Nora’s eyes landed on

of champagne, with delicate lace embellishments cascading down

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