Counterback of the Despised Luna by Diana West

Chapter 60 Disturbance

I shut off the video, a sense of frustration rising within me.

Finished

It was clear I needed to have a conversation with Jasper. As a public figure, his comments were beyond

inappropri

To announce so openly that he didn’t need a destined mate, to dismiss the Moon Goddess blessing–it was hard to believe he’d made that choice while enduring such painful emotions.

My mind was still spinning when a cold, firmy voice cut through the silence.

“Ms. Sinclair, come to my office. And bring the Ice and Fire proposal while you’re at it.”

I looked up and saw Caden standing there. I hadn’t realized he’d approached me.

“Alright.” I grabbed the proposal and followed him to his office.

He shut the door behind us with ease, then sank into the couch. “I thought I told you to sleep in a bit longer?”

A warmth spread through me at his concern, and I gave him a small smile. “The project is at a crucial point. I didn’t want your kindness to delay things.”

He nodded and gestured to the seat next to him. “Sit down.”

I sat beside him, leaving some space between us. I handed him the proposal. “I finished refining it last night.”

Before I could continue, his deep voice interrupted. “Did you see the news?”

The news?

Had he noticed me watching Jasper’s interview video earlier?

“I did. Why?” I asked, trying to keep my tone casual.

his voice grew colder. “Jasper already has someone he loves. So, don’t

about

Caden suggesting?

was obvious Jasper was the one

don’t assume things. Whether it’s Ryan or Jasper, there’s no connection between us like you think.”

the corners of his

Rosie?

I could react, Caden’s

Chapter 60 Disturbance

back, but

nearly on mine, and

suddenly broke through the air, cutting

away, cursing myself for being so

just pulled

mocking voice echoed in my

by his looks, Alpha?” She giggled.

Finished

looked up to

creased my face. What trouble

clicking with each step. She shot me a glare before turning her attention to Caden. With a smile, she asked,

glanced at her

brought you some ointment, Caden. It works wonders,” Queenie said, pulling a tube from her bag and

her offer with

amused when I

things up, and I was more than happy to

get him, right, honey?” I teased, giving him a playful

simply muttered an

she quickly lowered her gaze and put on

insisted on coming. to see you yesterday. I tried to stop her, but she’s just worried. Caden was hurt, after all, and it was to protect

give her a round of applause