Chapter 381

James overheard and insisted on the products being delivered. "Evelyn doesn't

consume just any herbs."

"She prefers Lucas's gifts over Ethan's, which should be sent to the elder care

facility."

Thomas was instructed to send the items immediately. His loyalty to Lucas meant

swift execution of orders.

Downstairs, Ethan watched as the items he had bought were sent away. His wolf

retreated deeper within him as rejection cut through his chest.

James told him, "Ethan Stone, late affection is cheaper than grass. Neither Lily's

death nor the harm you caused Olivia can be reversed."

"Olivia will not forgive you, and Luna Evelyn will not forgive you. Everything you

do is in vain."

Ethan didn't reply, but didn't stop them from sending the things away. His amber

eyes tracked every movement as his carefully chosen gifts disappeared.

Soon, Thomas arrived with the same moonlight herbs. The irony wasn't lost on

anyone present.

Ethan's heart sank, his wolf retreating deeper within him. The message was clear

- Lucas's gifts were welcome, his were not.

The expensive herbs he'd personally selected were being replaced by identical

ones from his rival. His jaw clenched as he watched Thomas efficiently unload the

packages.

Chen approached cautiously, sensing his Alpha's distress.

should we"

Ethan's voice was hollow. "Let them have what they

building, his shoulders

step away from Maple Grove felt like another nail in the coffin of

relationship with Olivia.

howled silently within him, mourning the loss of what could have

his mate still lingered in his car, a bittersweet reminder of their

time together.

above,

-

himself. "But it's too little, too

the apartment, Evelyn settled into her chair, surrounded

symbolism

silent, her emotions a tangled mess of anger, grief,

refused to acknowledge as longing. Her

beneath her skin.

Lucas's presence provided comfort

his steady

contrast

desperate gestures. His wolf

projected calm, soothing

helped

tension.

to Lucas, her voice barely

squeezed her hand gently.

Ethan sat in

staring up

Olivia's

wolf pressed against his

consciousness, desperate to return

to his mate.

echoed in his mind.

realization hit him like a physical blow. No amount of money,

could undo the damage he'd

he ignored it. For once,

felt powerless.

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