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A piercing scream shattered the evening quiet of the Stone Estate gardens. I whirled around to see Emma's small body plunging into the Moonlit Reflection Pool, water splashing violently as she disappeared beneath

the surface.

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Chapter 32: A Taste of Revenge

(Victoria's POV)

Where had Ethan disappeared to? I had only turned away for a moment to discuss the seating arrangement with Eleanor, and he'd vanished.

I smoothed my designer dress, irritation flickering across my features. This was supposed to be my night- the celebration of my triumph over Olivia at the Howling Moon Grand Hotel. Yet Ethan had wandered off

again.

"Have you seen Alpha Stone?" I asked a passing servant, my voice sweet but commanding.

The young wolf lowered her eyes respectfully. "I believe he went toward the kitchen, Mrs. Frost"

The kitchen? Understanding dawned on me. That's where Eleanor had sent Olivia

A malicious smile curved my lips as I gestured for Isabelle to follow me. “Let's go find our Alpha, shall we?"

Isabelle matched my stride, her eyes gleaming with anticipation. "I can't believe that woman had the audacity

to touch Ethan like that in front of everyone."

"Desperation," I replied with a dismissive wave. "She knows she's losing him."

As we approached the kitchen, I slowed my steps, hearing the low rumble of Ethan's voice from within. Perfect. I wanted to catch them together-to see Olivia put in her place.

Inside the kitchen, Ethan's enhanced werewolf hearing picked up our approaching footsteps. His body tensed

against Olivia's as he recognized my scent.

Victoria's coming," he growled, his amber eyes flashing with warning.

Olivia's emerald gaze locked with his, defiance radiating from her slender frame. "Let her

Ethan released his grip on her arms, stepping back just enough to create distance between them. Olivia swayed slightly from the sudden loss of his support, her hand reaching for the counter to steady herself.

My heels clicked against the marble floor as I drew closer to the kitchen door. Just before I reached it, Olivia

made her move.

With deliberate slowness, she stepped forward and wrapped her arms around Ethan's muscular torso, pressing her body against his. His jaw tightened, eyes darkening with anger and something else-something that made my blood boil,

"Olivia Winters, don't mess around," he growled, the warning in his voice unmistakable.

But she didn't release him. Instead, her arms tightened around him as the swung open, reveang

kitchen door

their embrace to my shocked gaze.

I froze in the doorway, Isabelle gasping behind me.

Ethan's hands moved to Olivia's shoulders, pushing her away with barely contained frustration. His expression was thunderous as he turned to face me.

"Victoria," he said, his voice carefully controlled. "I was just leaving"

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Olivia quickly turned back to the cutting board, resuming her work as if nothing had happened. But I wasn't fooled. I noticed how Ethan's shirt was partially unbuttoned, revealing a small red mark on his collarbone

My eyes narrowed to dangerous slits. That mark hadn't been there earlier.

Isabelle noticed it too, her face contorting with rage. "You shameless woman!" she exploded, storming past me toward Olivia. "How dare you try to seduce the Alpha King right under our noses!"

Olivia continued chopping venison, her movements precise and controlled. "I don't know what you're talking

about, Isabelle."

"You worthless woman” Isabelle snarled, stepping closer. "Everyone knows he doesn't want you anymore.

You're just embarrassing yourself!"

turned and shoved a heaping spoonful of salt directly into Isabelle's open mouth. Isabelle's eyes widened in shock as she gagged on the overwhelming

said calmly. "I thought you needed something to go

With a final hateful glare,

the scene unfold with an unreadable

walked out, brushing

daggers at Olivia's back. The tension between us crackled like electricity in

I hissed, my perfect composure slipping. "But

by the meal

anger.

playing-it won't work," I continued, my voice dropping to a venomous whisper. "He's already

left, my heels striking the

the kitchen, Olivia finally paused in her work. She raised trembling fingers to her lips, wiping away the lingering presence of Ethan with the back of her

(Olivia's POV)

on the platter of venison, my movements deliberate and precise. The tender meat was perfectly seared,

couldn't bear to watch Victoria simper at Ethan while Emma played the perfect

shown me kindness, teaching me about the rare healing plants she cultivated here. Though she was away visiting

moonlight

choke the delicate plants. The familiar scent of

now?

mocking voice shattered my brief moment of tranquility. I didn't look up, continuing my careful

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among the plants.

herbs need attention," I replied evenly "Unlike some people who receive more than

circled around me, her designer heels sinking slightly into the soft garden soil. That little display in the kitchen

silent, focusing on a stubborn weed with

fooled?" she continued, her voice dripping with disdain. "Everyone knows

the herbs, but I kept my gaze

pathetic woman who couldn't even protect her own

emerald eyes meeting

say?"

into a cruel smile. "You heard me. Poor little Lily, gone because her

Roland Warner's dying words echoed in

no right to speak her name," I said, my voice dangerously quiet. Victoria stepped closer,

lose your daughter,

protection. The

like a thunderclap, the force

hand flew to her reddening cheek, shock written across

she gasped, but I cut her off by stepping closer, my

ice.

I warned, my voice barely above a

walked away, leaving her stunned in the garden.

satisfaction coursed through my veins. It was a small victory, but

small

Emma's childish voice called

back, but I could imagine Victoria

child as both

and weapon.

soothed, but her voice carried to me

"That mean lady hurt Mommy,

I felt a chill run down my spine nonetheless. Victoria was dangerous enough, but I'd learned that her daughter could

(Emma's POV)

from my mommy.

Mommy's cheek, and it made my tummy feel all twisted

was allowed to hurt my mommy. Not

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her," I whispered, hugging Mommy tight. Til make her cry like she

cry."

her fingers

such things"

she didn't really mean it. Her eyes

told me to practice my sad face for

pulling away

eyes

planning?"

one that always made Daddy give me

bad, Mommy, I

hesitated, then released my arm. "Be careful,