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?

Northern Territory Central Healing Institute. The suspicious feeling gnaws at me like a

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

staff.

nurses comply without question. I scan through

marital status is clearly listed as mated. My eyes narrow as I

ever seen Elena’s mate?” I

shake their heads in unison. “We’ve never

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really mated to an

stare at the documents thoughtfully. My suspicions

(Elena’s POV)

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

investigating your records and asking about

files calmly. “Let

lack of concern. “Aren’t you worried about what

about my mating

to let her know.

about Sophia discovering our connection. The truth would only complicate

delusions further.

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

Blackwood, despite her age and retirement from active pack leadership, remains a revered figure. As a pioneering businesswoman and an

Blackwood family.

often influences even Marcus’s actions

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

makeup enhances my features as I stand

every movement.

Margaret’s strict guidance. The old lady had insisted on proper

Marcus?” Victoria asks sharply, scanning

“I notified him but received no

even keep your own mate. Might as well sever the bond

leaving me standing alone. The sting of her

anymore.

the Great Hall, surrounded by wealthy young Alphas. He wears

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

leader.

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