Chapter 27: The Birthday Banquet

Chapter 27: The Birthday Banquet

(Elena’s POV)

After the unpleasant confrontation with Marcus a week ago, he hasn’t returned to Moonhaven Estate. The

silence between us has grown thicker than winter fog.

Now Margaret Blackwood’s birthday banquet approaches. Amber Stone’s message arrives with typical efficiency: “The old lady expects you to attend with Marcus.”

I understand my position as a Blackwood family Luna despite our strained mating bond. I cannot refuse this

command.

I hesitantly send Marcus a message through our mate bond. “Grandmother’s birthday banquet, she wants me

to go back with you.”

Ten minutes pass without a reply. The silence cuts deeper than any harsh words.

I block the mate bond connection and stop waiting. His indifference no longer surprises me.

(Sophia’s POV)

Meanwhile, I accompany Isabella Blackwood at the shopping district to select birthday gifts for Margaret Blackwood. The young woman beams with joy as we browse through luxury boutiques.

“Sophia, you have such good taste,” Isabella gushes, examining an elegant silk scarf. “Grandmother Margaret will definitely love what you pick!”

Isabella has known me for years. She considers me Marcus’s unforgettable first love, maintaining a goddess–like filter for everything I do.

When I express concern that the grandmother won’t be happy if she knows the gift is from me, Isabella nearly

lets something slip.

“Ele-” she starts, then catches herself quickly.

Her face flushes as she reassures me. “I only recognize you as my future sister–in–law. I’ll persuade

grandmother to accept you.”

The incomplete word echoes in my mind. What was she about to say?

shopping, I return to the Northern Territory Central Healing Institute. The

by Elena’s office, then head to the nurse station. “I

staff.

I scan through the

is clearly listed as mated. My eyes narrow as I

ever seen Elena’s mate?”

their heads in unison. “We’ve never met him,”

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Chapter 27. The Birthday…

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if she’s really mated

My suspicions

(Elena’s POV)

Pack Nurse Rachel approaches my office

records and asking about

patient files calmly. “Let her investigate

seems surprised by my lack of concern. “Aren’t

Sophia to know about my mating bond with

to let her know.

about Sophia discovering our connection.

delusions further.

later, the Blackwood Ancestral Manor buzzes with activity. Distinguished guests from across the Northern

and retirement from active pack leadership, remains a revered figure. As a pioneering businesswoman and an icon for independent Lunas, she

Blackwood family.

Marcus’s actions through

receive guests in the Great Hall. I wear an elegant light blue dress with my hair styled in a

makeup enhances my features as I stand gracefully

every movement.

my first two years in the Blackwood family under Margaret’s strict guidance. The old lady had

is Marcus?” Victoria asks

explain honestly. “I notified him but

even keep your own mate. Might as

away to join Margaret, leaving me standing alone. The

anymore.

wealthy young Alphas. He wears a

golden eyes survey the room with practiced authority. Every movement radiates

leader.

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