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

Chapter 54

When she arrived home, she headed straight to the bathroom.

The smell of blood seemed to cling to her, even though it wasn’t hers.

The hot water cascaded over her skin, washing away the remnants of the encounter.

But no amount of soap could cleanse the uncase that lingered.

Shaking off the dark thoughts, Sarah stepped out of the shower and wrapped herself in a towel.

She had plans for the day.

Tomorrow was the long–anticipated party, and she needed a dress.. a showstopper, something that would make her feel alive after such a tense morning.

The mall buzzed with activity as Sarah made her way to one of the most exclusive dress boutiques in the city.

Its grand glass doors gleamed under the lights, promising luxury and sophistication.

Inside, the store was a dazzling display of glamour.

Racks of exquisite gowns lined the walls, each a masterpiece of design and artistry.

Intricate beading, flowing fabrics, and rich hues adorned the garments.Sarah’s eyes lit up as she scanned the collection.

“May I help you?” a clerk asked, her voice polite but devoid of warmth.

Sarah glanced down at her casual outfit…jeans and a plain sweater.

She noticed the subtle disdain in the clerk’s eyes, the way she sized her up and dismissed her as just another window shopper.

“It’s fine. I’ll look around,” Sarah replied, undeterred.

As she moved through the store, her fingers trailed lightly over the gowns, admiring the craftsmanship.

her gaze fell on a dress displayed

with every shift of light,

bodice and skirt, mimicking a cascade of stars.

still sophisticated, and the long train pooled like liquid moonlight on the

drawn to it like a moth to

admire the details up close, but a clerk appeared in front

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the derk said curtly, her smile tight. “That’s the jewel of our collection. It’s been reserved by a VIP at an extremely

by the abruptness. “I wasn’t going to touch it. I just

tone leaving no room for argument. “This gown

back, her wolf growling faintly in her

clerk in her place, but she chose not to. Instead, she

her eyes fixed on the gown at the center

and while she didn’t step closer, she allowed herself a moment to admire its

is truly something else,” she

gave her a quick glance, her

someone with exquisite taste…and, of course, the means to afford it,” she added

didn’t respond. Instead, she turned her attention to the

from luxurious fabrics with intricate details, and each seemed to tell a different story.

were, none could rival

landed on a gown that suited

ethereal shade of champagne, with delicate lace

skirt.

a modest illusion style, adorned with fine beadwork that shimmered under

graceful bow tied at

yet captivating in its

Sarah said softly, running her fingers