Alpha King Chases Abandoned Luna

Chapter 97

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(Olivia's POV)

I hurried back to Matriarch Evelyn's villa, my mind racing with thoughts of Ethan. The memory of his possessive grip on my wrist still burned on my skin. I knew him well enough to anticipate his next move.

Last time, he had simply bypassed my locked door. I needed a different strategy tonight.

The villa was quiet as I made my way to Matriarch Evelyn's sitting room. She was in her favorite armchair,

reading a book under the warm glow of a table lamp

"Grandmother," I said softly, using the term of endearment she preferred.

She looked up, her wise eyes crinkling with affection. "Wanwan, come sit with me."

I settled beside her chair, resting my head against her knee like I used to do years ago. Her frail hand stroked

my hair gently.

"Is something troubling you, child?" she asked, her voice carrying the weight of years but still strong with

authority.

I hesitated, not wanting to worry her with the truth about Ethan's behavior. I don't want to be alone tonight," I admitted finally.

Her hand paused in my hair. "Did something happen with Ethan?"

my head, forcing a smile. “No, I just... I miss Lily tonight." It

I

of every

Evelyn's eyes softened with understanding.

and looked up at her, "Grandmother, can I sleep

felt a pang of guilt for my ulterior motive.

make me happier, Wanwan."

that night, I lay beside Matriarch Evelyn in her large bed. Her breathing had settled into

lavender and moonlight herb tea. It reminded me

I was first welcomed into the Stone

in the dim light filtering through the curtains. Even in

her years as Luna of

catching me watching

woke you," I replied

her head slightly. "Old wolves don't need much sleep." Her hand

covers. "I've missed having you

throat tightened with emotion. "I've

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gently. "You were always more of a granddaughter to

blood relative, while I was merely the mate her

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