Counterback of the Despised Luna by Diana West

ounterback of the Despised Luna

Chapter 489 The Engagement Day Preparations

Caden’s POV:

Finished

On the drive back from Eclipse Pack’s old mansion to New Moon City, Heidi sat in the passenger seat, glancing at me every now and then. She seemed like she wanted to say something but wasn’t quite sure how

to start.

“What’s on your mind?” I asked, noticing her hesitation.

Heidi fidgeted with her hands, her voice a little shaky. “Earlier, I saw that Mrs. Eleanor and Queenie looked upset. Do you think they-”

“What’s making you worry?” I interrupted, not letting her finish. “You’re marrying me, not them. There’s no need to be nervous.”

That was exactly what Heidi needed to hear. Her face brightened immediately, and a smile spread across her lips. “Caden, you’re the best.”

By the time we arrived in New Moon City, it was already evening. After dinner, we each went off to our separate activities, but at 8:00 p.m., Heidi knocked on my door.

I had just finished sending a message to Rosaline when I heard the knock. Quickly, I sent her a message telling her to not reply before slipping my phone under my pillow and calling out, “Come in.”

the room, wearing nothing but a sheer lingerie set. The fabric barely covered her, leaving most of

you’re still up,” she said softly.

on the book in my hands. “It’s still early. But … why aren’t you dressed

Heidi’s tone was unusually tender as she made her way over to the bed and cautiously sat down on the edge. She moved closer, draping her arm over mine and resting her hand

chest, her fingers brushing lightly over my shirt. She

stopped her hand before it could move any further.

send her away. I hadn’t expected her to try again tonight, but at least the engagement

I’ve already told you that I’m willing … You don’t need to worry. Seriously.”

along with the act.

and gently ruffled Heidi’s hair. “You said it yourself–we’ll be married soon. No need

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Engagement Day Preparations

Finished

lips pushed into a pout, and it was clear she wasn’t

my response.

her head a reassuring pat. “Tomorrow, you’ll officially be the lady of Eclipse

she turned to leave, I could sense her hesitation. Slowly, she said, “I’ll

As soon as the door closed behind her, I let

was a

Heidi’s POV:

next morning, I woke up early and went to the kitchen to make breakfast