Chapter 71: The Severing of Bonds

Chapter 71: The Severing of Bonds

(Elena’s POV)

“Then I have no choice but to file for bond severance through the Northern Territory Council,” I stated firmly. my voice cutting through the tension in my healing chamber.

Marcus’s golden eyes narrowed dangerously. “On what grounds? Infidelity? The alleged illegitimate pup?”

His tone carried that familiar mocking edge that always set my teeth on edge. I could see him trying to

provoke me into an emotional response.

I remained calm, my hands folded neatly on the desk, “Our mating lacks love. There’s no point in continuing

this charade.”

Through the glass door, I caught sight of Sophia Rivers hovering in the corridor. Her face was pressed close to the window, clearly eavesdropping on our conversation.

A cold smile curved my lips as I looked directly at Marcus. “Are you reluctant to sever our bond? Could it be that you’ve fallen in love with me?”

Marcus’s jaw tightened at my taunting tone. “Your fake smile is disgusting. Elena.”

“You only deserve hypocrisy.” I retorted without missing a beat.

I raised my voice deliberately, ensuring Sophia could hear every word. “Sophia, since you’re already listening.

why don’t you come in?”

The door opened slowly, and Sophia entered with feigned innocence. Her expression was carefully crafted to

appear humble and apologetic.

“I wanted to congratulate you on returning to the institute,” she said sweetly. “But I didn’t want to interrupt

your conversation.”

I leaned back in my chair, my smile turning predatory. “We’re discussing bond severance. Perhaps you could

offer some advice?”

voice carried a

my gaze fixed on Sophia. “After all, if there’s nothing between you and

be rumored to be the third party in your

mask slipped slightly. Tnever intended

sound of my palm connecting with her cheek echoed

flying to

better after venting your anger?” Marcus asked, his

said it wasn’t enough, would

her?”

instinctively retreated behind Marcus, her eyes

without looking at

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Chapter 71 The Sewing

out of the chamber

behind her.

give you the truth you want. But targeting Sophia

the institute is unnecessary”

Institute specifically to deal with her, I

that necessary?” His voice carried genuine

“Your family isn’t involved in this mess. You wouldn’t

a wave of my hand

studied me for a long moment, his golden eyes unreadable. Then he turned and

another word.

Shadowmere

chamber. My brother lay motionless in the hospital bed, machines

signs.

Whitmore. They were in the family waiting

Dorothea’s face lit up when she saw me.

looked up from his tablet.

I prepared to share the news. “My father

expression immediately softened. “I’m

need to ask for your help. I

end

Riverstone Medical Center,” I continued. “I considered asking Nathan Sterling, but the Sterling family isn’t

in the air. “I’m already owing Nathan too many favors. You’re

person I

hesitate.

his glasses reflecting the fluorescent lights. “Yes,

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