Fell for the Alpha-less Queen

Chapter 591 A Pact in the Light, a Threat in the Dark

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They returned once again to the Silvermoon Estate, and once again to the same private dining room as last time. But this time. Reginald was already waiting inside–and the change in him was visible.

The old Alpha, whose face had always been stiff with scrutiny, actually stood to greet her. His gaze, once wary and harsh, now carried something closer to admiration.

“Tessa, have a seat,” Darren said, gesturing toward the chair and personally pouring her a cup of tea. “I was too narrow–minded before. I treated you poorly. Don’t take it to heart.” He paused, then continued solemnly, “You handled the virus outbreak brilliantly. Not just for Landon–every wolf in Montedra owes you a debt.”

Tessa hadn’t expected him to be so direct, and the sincerity caught her off guard. “I only did what needed to be done.”

“Facing that kind of pressure and still thinking of the bigger picture… not everyone could’ve done that.” Darren looked at her, a newfound respect in his eyes. “Looks like Landon’s judgment was better than mine.”

Then his tone shifted. “Since you two are fated mates, it’s time–by custom–for both families to meet and decide on the day of the bonding ceremony.”

In the werewolf world, bonding wasn’t just a wedding–it was a sacred ritual that bound blood and soul. The date had to be agreed upon by both families and aligned with tradition.

Tessa’s fingers tightened slightly around the teacup. Her voice dropped. “The only family I acknowledge is my grandfather.” But he was no longer here.

Silence settled over the room for a moment.

family’s story. He sighed. “I wasn’t

at Landon with a subtle signal, then turned back to Tessa. “Then we’ll leave the bonding ceremony

is fine,” Tessa said with a soft

took her cool hand in his, letting his warmth seep through. “No rush.

had wanted nothing more

was determined to make the ceremony perfect. She would not

a little. “Next month, there’s a full moon. Traditionally, it’s a good day for bonding–strong

phone and brought up a lunar chart used by the wolves–something like an

Landon’s head tilted next to hers, their

Landon said, looking at her with a quiet question in his

“Yeah. It’s

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the Light,

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pair in front of him- such a fitting match–and thought of how wrong he’d once

in Tessa’s chest.

held her hand as they

entire Montedra pack to witness it,” he said, bending down to kiss the top of her

the autumn sunlight catching in his eyes like scattered