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.

their sneakers

or plant a

engines idling as drivers waved goodbye

in hand up the stone path, taking a moment to chat with fellow

the entrance, Sarah stood with her usual calm composure, her light

a small

hand suddenly gripped her

cheerful little boy with messy brown hair

Miss Sarah!” he chirped, hugging her leg

“Brian! How are you, sweetheart?”

day, remember? I wanted to say

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warmly. “I’m so glad you’re doing well.”

conversation was light and playful, with Brian’s natural

Alex approaching until he roughly

away from her,” Alex snapped, his voice

surprising agility, his

immediately grabbed Brian’s arm to steady him,

she asked, concern evident in her tone.

brushing himself off. “I’m fine,” he said calmly, shooting a challenging look

face flushed with anger.

opened his mouth to retort but stumbled on his words as he realized how

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

him,” Alex mumbled, his voice low but edged with resentment.