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Kane watched Selene intently, his heart pounding in anticipation. He was certain she would accept his proposal, her answer a resounding yes. His warm, love–filled eyes searched her face for a sign, but Selene’s gaze remained fixed on the ring.

Her silence made him uneasy, and his brow furrowed as he glanced down at the ring. Though the diamond wasn’t overly large, it was the most expensive one he could find–a rare and beautiful piece he’d chosen with care. The design, shaped like a moonflower, had caught his attention immediately. It reminded him of her. Selene was his moonflower, delicate and radiant, and he had bought this ring with her in mind.

‘Does she not like it?‘ The thought crept into his mind, unsettling him.

He scolded himself silently. Maybe he should have brought her along to choose the ring. But wouldn’t that have ruined the surprise? He’d wanted this moment to be perfect, something that would sweep her off her feet. His nerves began to get the better of him, and he couldn’t hold back any longer. He needed an answer now.

“Selene, I might’ve rushed this. If you don’t like the-” he started to explain, his voice tentative.

But before he could finish, Selene spoke for the first time since last night. Her words hit him like a thunderclap.

“No, I won’t.”

still, but his hand holding the ring box trembled slightly.

you mean?” he asked, his voice

the ring to meet his. Her gaze was icy, devoid of emotion, as if the warmth she’d shown him last night had evaporated

accept your proposal,” she said, calm

his confusion. Kane’s heart

he asked, still kneeling, his voice tinged

her arms over her chest, her expression unreadable. “What made you think I’d agree to remarry you, Alpha Kane?” she asked sharply, her words cutting deeper than he thought

cold demeanor. The way she addressed him-“Alpha Kane“-felt like a wall between them, a barrier he hadn’t seen coming. His lips quivered slightly, but he pressed them together, determined not to show

that?” he asked, trying to

ridiculous.

mind racing to make sense of her reaction. It was as

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he wondered. The idea seemed impossible. She had been fully present, completely aware of everything that happened between them. How could she pretend it

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