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?

Central Healing Institute. The suspicious feeling

office, then head to the nurse station. “I need to review Elena’s employment records,”

staff.

without question. I scan through the documents

is clearly listed as mated. My eyes narrow as I

ever seen Elena’s mate?” I

in unison. “We’ve never met

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sure if she’s really mated to an Alpha,” another adds

the documents thoughtfully. My suspicions grow stronger

(Elena’s POV)

that afternoon, Pack Nurse Rachel approaches my

records and asking

files calmly. “Let her investigate if

seems surprised by my lack of concern. “Aren’t you worried about what she

if I wanted Sophia to know about my mating bond with

to let her know.

fear about Sophia discovering our connection. The truth

delusions further.

Manor buzzes with activity. Distinguished guests

from active pack leadership, remains a revered figure. As a pioneering businesswoman and an

Blackwood family.

often influences even Marcus’s actions through her wisdom and

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

I stand gracefully beside my mother–in–law.

every movement.

were learned during my first two years in the Blackwood family under Margaret’s

Victoria asks sharply, scanning

notified him but received no

mate. Might as well sever the

leaving me standing alone. The sting of her words barely

anymore.

young Alphas. He wears a light–colored

the room with practiced authority. Every movement radiates

leader.

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