Chapter 2

Making my way to his office, I hesitated outside the door, taking a moment to gather my thoughts. When I finally entered, I found Ethan seated behind his desk, engrossed in his work. His presence still had the power to render me speechless.

For a moment, I stood there, admiring his broad shoulders and handsome features. However, his gaze met mine, and any warmth I had hoped to see was replaced with

disinterest.

“I brought the files,” I said, my voice steady, placing the documents on his desk.

He nodded, acknowledging my gesture but saying nothing.

“Have you had lunch? We could eat together,” I suggested, my heart hoping for a chance to talk, to connect with him again.

“There’s no need for that; I promised Bella we’d cat together,” he replied, and a pang of jealousy struck my heart at the mention of his mate’s name.

“Bella?” I questioned, unable to hide my curiosity.

“My mate,” came the curt reply, and I felt a mixture of sorrow and bitterness rise within me. “You remember the conditions that led to our marriage, right? It was all a big mistake. As for

took me this long to find her. I have a mate now, Hazel,” he said, his eyes

clenched as I listened to his words, understanding that our relationship meant

your mate?” I asked,

now. She’s too weak to be Luna. Apart from her injuries, she’s a gamma. So she’s weak. I can’t cast you aside; the pack will not approve of it. I still need you to stand in as Luna. It’s not a request but

heart aching with the realization that I would be living in the shadow of his

I whispered, unable to suppressing

you because of the mistake. You were never my mate, Hazel. I’ve found her now. Know your place,” he said coldly, and I understood that

be well compensated. Don’t

grown closer, shared moments of intimacy, and I had foolishly believed it meant something more. But now, it was clear that he

heading straight for Ethan’s office. Our eyes met briefly, sense of déjà

into Ethan’s arms, and my heart ached as I witnessed the depth of their connection. Ethan held

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bond, it’s the real thing I’ve been with Ethan but he never looked at me that way, but he just met Bella but there was

eyes.

my voice choked with emotion, unable to bear

Ethan called, his tone still cold

to face him, I braced myself for whatever he

now until you’re safe,” he introduced us, his gaze softening

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