Counterback of the Despised Luna by Diana West

Chapter 319 Unexpected Twist at the Banquet (Part One)

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“I said you’re not going, so you’re not going,” Caden declared, his lips tightening, a flicker of anxiety and concern in his eyes.

“That’s my business, not yours!” I retorted, standing up from the couch, ready to head to my room.

The next moment, a strong pair of arms wrapped around my waist, lifting me off the ground. Caden held me effortlessly, carrying me sideways.

I struggled in vain, eventually wrapping my arms around his neck and frowning. “Caden, what are you doing?”

“Keeping you here,” he whispered in a low voice into my car. “You’ll stay here and miss the banquet. Then, I’ll let you out.”

“That’s against the law!” I glared at him, but the irritation made my throat itch, prompting a cough.

Caden’s brow furrowed, and he gently laid me on the bed, tucking me in with utmost care.

“Be good, alright?” he soothed, his voice unusually gentle.

I was stunned. I hadn’t expected him to be this tender to coax me.

“Alright, fine. I won’t go. I’m tired,” I said with a lazy yawn, curling up on my side. “Goodnight, I’m going to sleep.

“Goodnight.”

-Satisfied that I’d conceded, Caden smirked and left the room.

Watching his tall, commanding figure retreat, I sighed softly.

“Alpha, that heir of the Eclipse Pack is wonderful in every way except being too overbearing,” Freya remarked lazily.

I mentally agreed. Caden’s concern could be touching at times, but I detested being controlled.

If he forbids me from attending tomorrow’s banquet, I’ll sneak out anyway.

and

don’t control

Sleep.

find Caden’s handsome,

how are you feeling?” Caden asked, concern lacing his voice.

sniffled. “Much better.”

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I know medicine?” I said nonchalantly. “It’s late.

get to work!”

home with you,” Caden suggested, a slight grin tugging at his lips.

or I’ll

Rest well and call

replied, eager for him

Eclipse Pack’s heir’s overprotectiveness was becoming

stayed, I wouldn’t have been able to sneak

after getting ready, I headed downstairs only

voice, cool and clipped, came from above

Caden? He’s back!

resolutely. “I’m feeling much better. I’m going to the banquet. Don’t try

darkened. He grabbed my chin, pressing me against the

back at him, stubborn as ever. A slight

close, speaking lowly in my ear. “If you

my cheek, sending

always making my heart

the Grand Royale

door for me. “You’re still not

in.”

need. I can go in by myself. I’ll call you when I’m done,” I replied quickly, pushing him back towards the car before

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