Alpha King Chases Abandoned Luna

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Chapter 113: Sacred Grounds

(Lucas's POV)

"She's ready to be discharged," Dr. Marcus Fletcher informed me, his expression professional but relieved. "Her physical recovery is remarkable, though I'd

recommend continued emotional

support."

I nodded, watching Olivia through the glass partition as a nurse helped her gather her few belongings. Even in a hospital gown, her quiet dignity remained intact.

"I'll take care of her," I promised, my voice leaving no room for doubt.

After completing the discharge paperwork, I escorted Olivia to my waiting vehicle. Thomas Griffin stood beside it, opening the door with a respectful nod.

"Are you hungry?" I asked as we settled into the backseat.

Olivia hesitated before nodding slightly. "A little."

"Amber Crest Restaurant," I instructed Thomas. "The private dining area."

The restaurant staff greeted us with discreet efficiency, leading us to a secluded table overlooking a peaceful garden. I ordered a selection of light dishes, watching carefully as Olivia picked at her food.

"Try the venison broth," I encouraged, serving her myself. "It's gentle on the stomach but nourishing."

small sip, then another. By the end of the meal, she had eaten more than I expected, color gradually returning to

softly

nodded, unwilling to accept gratitude for what any

the car, I turned to her, choosing

emerald eyes widened in

watched her Thanksgiving Moon Ceremony video

I explained. "She

The little girl's bright smile

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love for her mother - I couldn't help but

of her memory.

like to go too," Olivia admitted, her voice barely audible. "Yesterday, when I..... when I jumped... I wasn't thinking clearly. I'd missed

me."

together in her lap. "But I can't leave yet. Not until I've

a peaceful area nestled among ancient trees. We walked in silence to a small grave marked with a polished

treats, white mourning flowers, fruits, and small toys. With gentle hands, I cleaned the already immaculate

I said softly, feeling Olivia's gaze on my back. "I'm Lucas. I've

you."

wolf at the base of the stone. "You liked

I remember from

welling in Olivia's eyes as she watched from a respectful distance. I continued my one-sided conversation with Lily, telling her about her mother's strength, promising to look after

finally approached. She knelt beside me,

she whispered, her voice breaking