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?

return to the Northern Territory Central Healing Institute. The suspicious feeling

head to the nurse station. “I need to review Elena’s employment

staff.

nurses comply without question. I scan through the documents

status is clearly listed as mated. My

any of you ever seen Elena’s mate?” I ask

unison. “We’ve never met him,”

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really

stare at the documents thoughtfully. My suspicions grow stronger with

(Elena’s POV)

Rachel approaches my office with information. “Healer Elena, Sophia

records and asking

patient files calmly.

lack of concern. “Aren’t you

wanted Sophia to know about my mating bond with Marcus, he

to let her know.

no fear about Sophia discovering our connection. The

delusions further.

buzzes with activity. Distinguished guests

remains a revered figure. As a pioneering businesswoman and an icon

Blackwood family.

Marcus’s actions through her wisdom

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

stand gracefully beside my mother–in–law. Perfect etiquette

every movement.

Blackwood family under Margaret’s strict guidance. The old lady had insisted on proper training

is Marcus?” Victoria asks sharply, scanning the

notified him but

can’t even keep your own mate. Might as well sever

standing alone. The sting of her

anymore.

Great Hall, surrounded by wealthy young Alphas. He wears a light–colored

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

leader.

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