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

completely, my gaze fixed on Sophia. “After

be rumored to be the

slipped slightly. Tnever intended for

palm connecting with her cheek

flying to her

better after venting your anger?” Marcus asked, his tone

his expression. “If I said it wasn’t enough,

her?”

eyes wide with fear

commanded without looking at

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Chapter 71 The Sewing

me a venomous glare before hurrying out of the chamber The door closed with

behind her.

give you the

the institute is unnecessary”

to deal with

necessary?” His voice

window. “Your family isn’t involved

a wave

long moment, his golden eyes unreadable. Then he turned and walked out

another word.

sun cast long shadows across the Shadowmere Private Healing Sanctuary as I made my

My brother lay motionless

signs.

Dorothea Whitmore and Adrian Whitmore.

when she saw me. “You came to see

looked up from his tablet.

chest tightened as I prepared to share the news. “My

“I’m

gathering my courage. “I need to

the end

continued. “I considered asking Nathan Sterling,

in the air.

person I can

didn’t hesitate. “Of course.

appeared immediately, his glasses reflecting the

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