The Forgotten Luna by Cassandra M

Chapter 09

KAEL.

After the rejection, I didn't see Adessa the whole day. I heard she was in her office. I didn't even bother to check what she was doing there. I had no idea what to do with her.

I knew she couldn't stay here, especially since Desiree was planning to move in, but I was also concerned for her safety. Everyone knew she was my Luna and could be the target of any danger or maltreatment. I didn't want her hurt.

My people might love me, but I was sure I didn't have a good reputation with other packs. I lived in the solitude of my own territory. We thrived well both in industrial and agricultural businesses, so I had no need for other packs. I ruled as I pleased, and if I failed, I learned from it and started all over again.

Since I was indifferent to other packs, I was sure if they found out about her, they might take advantage. Of what? I could only imagine what terrible things they could come up with.

But then, I was sure Adessa was aware of this. So, surely she would not leave this territory. My pack is big. She could be anywhere, and I would never bump into her.

I tried to take her off my mind for the rest of the day, but I wasn't successful. I could still remember the pain in her eyes, but I also saw the disgust in them whenever she looked at Desiree.

I didn't want her to hate Desiree, as she was also a victim of our marriage, but at the same time, I didn't like the pain in her eyes. I honestly had no idea what I should feel at the moment.

Still confused with my conflicted emotions, I asked Dexter to take me out, and we ended up in one of the bars a few kilometers away from home. Many were surprised to see me out, and most of the elderly in the pub had advised me not to drink as I might still be vulnerable, but I was not one to be told.

I think I drank a little too much.

thing I remembered was Desiree coming to the pub and summoning me home. I told her I would go home soon,

Adessa had come for me every

Adessa.

Adessa.

Adessa.

felt, only for me to feel guilty when Desiree showed up and saw us. Desiree's sobs echoed around the room as she ran away. I kept calling her name until I was startled by a door

just

was there, but I was alone. So I went back to sleep, hoping I could continue where I left off with my wet dreams - where

again. The sun was already high, and

Naked.

ended up here. But my mind gave me nothing. Until the door swung open. Desiree stood there, still in her nightrobe. Her chest was heaving as if she were upset. "What's going on?" I

what's going on?" Her tone was

not in my room? Did we sleep here?" I

before she asked again. "Can't you

at the pub, and I don't even know how I got here. Did we have sex

end of the bed. "You were so drunk that I couldn't carry you, and I ended up dragging you here," she said. "Oh..." I mumbled and palmed my forehead before closing my eyes. I moved my feet until I touched something silky inside

it up with my toes and found a gold-colored robe. "Is this

ball in her hand. "That's mine. I was looking for it when I woke up but couldn't find it, so

couldn't wait to tear

sure I couldn't." I chuckled at my reply. I closed my eyes again before placing my arm across my forehead. "I have a bad headache, Dey. Can you