Counterback of the Despised Luna by Diana West

Chapter 460 Stay With Him

I heard footsteps approaching, my heart leaping in my chest as I rushed forward. “Doctor, how is Jasper? Is he… okay?”

Caden remained by the wall, his posture stiff, his gaze sewhere.

The doctor’s shoulders relaxed, and his voice softened. You can breathe easy now. The surgery went well. We got to him in time. The shotgun pellets, though there were plenty, didn’t hit any critical organs. They’ve all been removed. He’s lucky–good physical condition, especially as the heir. He’ll need a couple of months to fully recover. No stress, no heavy activity. He’ll stay here for now, make sure everything heals right. Once the wounds are fully closed, he’ll be good to go, but he’ll need rest, lots of it.”

I exhaled, feeling the weight lift off me. “Thank you, doctor. I understand.”

He gave a small smile and waved it off. “Don’t mention it. He’s resting now, so keep the noise down. We don’t want to disturb him.” “Of course. Thanks again.”

I watched the doctor leave, my chest still tight, but the relief flooding in slowly.

For a moment, a sharp fear had clenched my chest. If Jasper hadn’t made it … if his life had been stolen because of me… the guilt, the weight of that, would’ve been a burden I couldn’t bear.

Caden’s POV:

I kept my eyes on Rosaline, searching for any sign that she’d relaxed, that the tension had lifted. When I saw her finally let out a breath, I felt the tightness in my chest loosen, but the storm inside me didn’t pass. I clenched my jaw and turned my gaze away, emotions flooding me in a rush I couldn’t control.

On Werewolf Continent, it was unthinkable for a wolf to see his mate care for another.

It

began, but before I could finish, Rosaline was already heading toward

He lay unconscious on the bed, his breathing steady but shallow. The emotions on Rosaline’s face were raw,

tumbled out, sharp with frustration. I couldn’t stand it any longer–the way she

back for now? I’ll call you later. I need to stay with Jasper. He got hurt because of me,

inside me. It was like a fire that just needed a spark. I couldn’t contain it. My voice was low, controlled, but laced with a steel edge. “Rosaline, you’re my girlfriend, and you’re going to be the Luna of the Eclipse pack. Jasper’s awake. The

I think I should stay here.” She didn’t finish the

her to look at me. Without warning, I kissed

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mushing

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again my chest. Her strength surprised me, but she managed to break free, her face flushed red, gasping for air. Before I could react, her hand shot

she yelled, her voice trembling with anger.

head turning

The heat from the slap still burned, but my anger flared, hotter than before. I met her eyes, my

imagined Rosaline would

were red, teetering on the edge of tears, her face a mask of both rage and restraint. It was clear–she was as furious as

words, but they wouldn’t come. With a sharp breath, I turned away, my boots thudding heavily