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

Chapter 37

“That’s right,” she replied, though she couldn’t miss the relief that flashed across his face.

“Cool,” Alex said, turning back to his phone, his excitement bubbling over as he continued chatting with Linda.

He felt better, probably because he thought he would then go to Linda’s place and enjoy her company instead…

When they arrived at the practice field, Alex hopped out of the car and disappeared toward the locker room without so much. as a glance back.

Sarah shook her head and made her way to speak with Alex’s new coach about his progress,

The building stood tall and proud, its red–brick façade framed by neatly trimmed hedges and rows of flowering shrubs.

The early morning sunlight cast a warm glow over the arched windows and ivy covered walls, giving the structure a welcoming charm.

A large clock tower rose from the center of the building, its golden hands ticking rhythmically.

The sound of children’s laughter filled the crisp air, blending harmoniously with the chirping birds and the distant hum of car

engines.

The playground buzzed with energy.

Children of all ages darted across the field, their colorful backpacks bouncing with each step.

A group of younger kids gathered around the swings, giggling as they tried to see who could swing the highest.

Near the sandbox, a cluster of preschoolers dug tunnels and built castles, their tiny hands caked with sand.

of tag, their sneakers

adjust a wayward scarf or plant a quick

street, engines idling as drivers waved

walked hand in hand up the stone path, taking a moment to chat with fellow parents or the occasional teacher who had come

stood with her usual calm composure, her light

the cheerful chaos, a small smile playing on her

small hand suddenly gripped her leg.

see Brian, a cheerful little boy with messy

Sarah!” he chirped,

face lit up. “Brian! How are you, sweetheart?”

me that day, remember? I wanted to say thank you

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smiling warmly. “I’m so glad you’re doing

with Brian’s natural

noticed Alex approaching until he

from her,” Alex snapped, his

himself with surprising agility, his

arm to steady him, her protective

okay?” she asked, concern evident in her

fine,” he said calmly,

face flushed with anger.

retort but stumbled on his words as he realized how

her holding Brian’s hand and fussing over him made his chest tighten with

didn’t have to help him,” Alex mumbled, his voice low but edged with resentment.