After Severance,Alpha Fell in Love With Ex-Luna

Chapter 82: Territorial Dominance

Chapter 82: Territorial Dominance.

(Elena Blackwood’s POV)

Patricia insisted that Nathan Sterling stay for lunch, her eyes bright with hope. “Please, Nathan. It’s the least. I can do after you helped us.”

Nathan accepted graciously, his amber eyes warm. “Td be honored, Mrs. Blackthorne.”

Patricia bustled into the Blackthorne Family Kitchen, humming softly. I could tell she was giving Nathan and

me space while keeping her ears open for our conversation.

The silence stretched between us as we sat in the Blackthorne Family Hall. Nathan’s presence felt different now, charged with unspoken intentions.

Nathan noticed my distracted state and leaned forward. “Elena, if your relatives cause trouble again, you can always turn to me.”

His words carried weight beyond simple friendship. I felt uneasy, wondering if I was overthin

this was a veiled confession.

“I appreciate your help,” I said carefully, avoiding his intense gaze.

nings or if

Nathan sensed my discomfort and fell silent. Had he scared her? He wondered if his feelings were too

obvious.

Just then, my phone vibrated. Marcus Blackwood’s name flashed on the screen.

I immediately hung up, my heart racing. Moments later, the doorbell rang, filling me with dread.

Patricia emerged from the kitchen, wiping her hands on her apron. Nathan quickly intercepted her.

“Let me answer that,” he offered, his protective instincts kicking in.

the door to find Marcus standing there. The two Alphas locked eyes,

between them

held dangerous amusement. “Nathan

with equal sharpness.

then to Patricia. “Mother–in–law, why

panic rising in my chest.

reason to visit my mate? Or are you too busy seeking

forward, his voice cutting. “Perhaps you should grant Elena a proper separation so you can be with

turned murderous. He grabbed Nathan’s collar, his Alpha dominance

Marcus growled, his wolf barely

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rushed between them, my hands pushing

but threatening. “I heard about the corrupt official’s injuries. Will you visit

a wave.

predatory. “Interesting. He had quite a lot to say

puzzled.

of something in his eyes. ‘Evidence, Marcus. Do you have

his voice deadly calm. “Are you ready

his presence overwhelming. “My mate doesn’t need your care,

he saw it.

stop

Marcus’s intimidating Alpha presence silenced her protests. Nathan

with four Elite Guards and two Estate Caregivers. They filed into our modest home like

Elena,

deceptively gentle. Tm worried about

concerned than grateful. “That’s very kind,

indifferent expression, his jovial mask slipping. The lunch was ruined before

announced, his hand

couldn’t even have lunch with my mother. The

home.

silent, gazing out the window at the passing scenery. The Northern Territory looked different

palpable. “Did I interrupt your good time with

face him, my voice sharp. “Were you happy when

his grip firm on my chin. “We’re