Crippled Luna's Farewell: Half A Life Without My Alpha's Deadly Deception

Chapter 4

I excused myself to the restroom, but overheard the orphanage staff gossiping near the door.

“Why is Alpha Sterling pretending his own pup is an orphan? Look at those clothes–pure moonsilk. No orphaned pup would have such finery.”

“Hush! This is his plan to bring the pup into the Sterling Pack legitimately. Watch your tongue around Luna Sarah–one slip and you’ll answer to the Alpha.”

“Everyone knows Alexandra is his true mate. They were inseparable at the Mooncliff Academy during their training years. Now they’re alone in that office…”

Their knowing laughter pierced my chest like wolfsbane.

I wheeled my chair toward the office, catching familiar voices inside.

“Is he keeping his distance?” Ethan asked softly.

everything… simpler. He has no idea about Rose. Still talks about starting a family of

his eyes. “Once Rose joins the Sterling Pack, you won’t need to

For your mate–bond

with a playful glint. “Another sacred gift? You’ve blessed me with so many ceremonial tokens this year my den overflows with pack magic. Sarah would shatter

without hesitation. Rose bounced beside her, calling her

to process paperwork, pushing open the door where

across Ethan’s face. “Sarah–I can explain. Alexandra volunteers here. She’s just helping

“Sarah, it’s been

my pain. “Please,

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