Chapter 1 It was well past nine oclock at night when Nora returned to Silvermoon Pack The cottage stood in darkness , its windows unlit , and no one waited to greet her at the door . Dear Nora , Happy Birthday . Your birth was a gift to the world . A message flashed on her phone a simple birthday wish from a friend . It was warm but impersonal , a reminder of the absence that loomed heavier than the night . Standing alone in the shadowed villa , Nora scrolled through her chat app . Message after message appeared greetings from acquaintances , colleagues , and distant friends . Yet , the one name she longed to see remained silent . Seven days . It had been seven days since she last exchanged a message with her husband , Alpha Arnold . Seven days of unanswered texts and unreturned calls . And now , on her birthday , his silence cut even deeper . Noras forced smile faltered in the dark Luna ? What are you doing back here ? The sudden flicker of light startled her . The omega maid stood at the entrance , her eyes wide with surprise . Where are Arnold and Alex ? Nora asked , slipping off her shoes . The maid hesitated , her voice tinged with unease . Alpha isnt back yet , and the young master is .. She paused before continuing vaguely , Writing something in his room . Nora handed the maid her bags and strode toward her sons room . She pushed open the door and found Alex , her ever active five year old , sitting at his desk . Clupter 1 He was bent over a notebook , completely absorbed in his work . Alex is five years old and has the physique and keen senses of an Alpha heir . His golden hair gleamed under the desk lamp , and a faint glow from the golden wolfs head symbol on his neck the mark of his lineage … reminded Nora of the legacy he carried . He sensed her presence instantly , his head tilting slightly toward the door . Alex , Im home … Nora smiled and stepped inside , but before she could finish her greeting . Alex turned away sharply , his eyes returning to the pages in front of him . He kept writing , completely ignoring her . Noras heart sank as she approached . Resting a gentle hand on his shoulder , she glanced down at the notebook filled with scribbles and diagrams . Do you want to go somewhere ? she asked softly . I just finished my tour of the pack , so we can plan . something fun together . Alex didnt look up . Instead , he snapped , I dont want you to come . The sharpness in his voice cut deeper than she expected . Its Aunt Lindas birthday in a week , and Dad and I are going on a trip with her , he said matter of- factly . Nora blinked , taken aback . Alex pushed the notebook toward her , revealing detailed plans for the trip rafting , soaking in the hot springs of Spectral Shadow Valley , and taking pictures of the Wolfsbane Sea of Flowers . Noras chest tightened , but before she could speak , Alex added , And thats not all . Dad got Aunt Linda a gift too . I heard its a necklace made of moonlight gemstones . Nora froze . A necklace ? Nora froze , her hand brushing against her bare neck . She hadnt even received any gifts when she married Arnold . Nora hesitated before asking , Alex … do you remember Moms birthday ? Hmm ? What ? Alex responded impatiently , Mom , dont you how anything better to defining making travel plans and dont have time to talk about stuff thet doesnt matter Nova dropped the hand that had been stroking his fair and fell silent Her sharp eyes caught a painting inside Alexs travel brochure It depicted two adult wolves running with a cub in a rainforest under a full moon The golden furred wolves were unmistakably Arn old and Alex the symbols of the Alpha family . But the she wolf beside them wasnt Nora , whose silvery white coat was pristine Instead , the she wolf had a strand of red for on her forehead . Those were Lindas features . Nora stood still for a moment before softly saying , Actually , today … Alexs green eyes glinted with hostility . How much longer are you going to stand there ? Her words stuck in her throat . Nora paused , then quietly left the room . The maid approached and said , Luna , I just called Alpha . He said he had something to do tonight and told you to get some rest . I know , Nora replied , her mind replaying Alexs words . She walked over to the houses payphone and dialed Arnold . She didnt use her cell phone … she knew he would just ignore her call . The mental link between them remained silent . After several rings , Arnolds impatient voice finally answered , I already said I dont have time for her . Tell her = Honey , whos calling ? Lindas syrupy voice interrupted . Come stay with me , wont you ? Nora gripped the phone tightly , her knuckles turning pale . Its nothing , just the housemaid , Arnold said dismissively . Before Nora could say anything , he hung up . They hadnt seen each other for two or three months . After Dest . Alpha father and son went During that time , Nora had been traveling extensively for Silvermoon Packs official business . She had poured her heart and soul into her duties , Now , finally back home , she found no warmth from her husband or son . Even for a phone call , Arnold hadnt let her finish speaking . Nora , dont be sad , a gentle voice echoed in her mind . It was her inner wolf , Lena , trying to comfort her . Theyve always been this way . Maybe … they just dont know how to love you . Nora forced a bitter smile . After so many years of marriage , she thought shed grown accustomed to Arnolds coldness , detachment , and impatience . Yet , her heart still ached at their indifference . When they first married , Nora had tried hard to be the perfect Luna . Shed sent frequent messages to Arnold , asking when hed be home so she could prepare special meals . Arnold never replied . Eventually , he even severed their ability to sense each others location . Perhaps it was that she was feeling too tired . Nora suddenly felt exhausted . She was powerless to make any more moves to keep her husband . The next morning , Nora checked her phone. Arnolds messages remained absent . Instead , her friends had texted : Honorable Luna sama , whats your birthday wish this year ? Ive already bought a present . When are you visiting ? Ill treat you to dinner ! Seeing the words birthday wish , Nora felt another pang in her chest . She had rushed to complete six months worth of work in four , hoping to spend her birthday with Alex and Arnold . 08:11 After I left . Alpha father and son 10.5 That had been her only wish . Nora hesitated but decided to call Arnold using her own phone . He didnt pick up . After a long wait , Arnold finally mindlinked her : [ Something wrong ? ] Nora replied : [ Are you free for dinner with me and Alex ? Since today is my … ] Before she could finish , his icy voice cut her off . Let me know when youve finalized the location . ] Nora : [ … Okay . ] The link went dead . He didnt remember her birthday . Nora had expected this , but the sting of disappointment still lingered . Suddenly , she remembered the suitcase shed left downstairs the one with gifts for Alex and Arnold . She hurried to the hall , but as she approached the staircase , she overheard Alex speaking to the maid . When is she leaving ? Alex asked , annoyed . Young master , this … this is Lunas home too . Its up to her . Its not her home . Its Dads home ! Hes the leader of Silvermoon ! Id rather have Aunt Linda live here . Shes beautiful and gracious and Dad and I love her ! Why cant she be my mom ? You mustnt speak like that , the maid scolded gently . Luna will be sad if she hears . Shes just an incompetent she wolf who cant stay away from me and Dad . It doesnt matter if she hears . Alex shrugged . Tomorrow , Dad , Aunt Linda , and I are going on a trip . Just leave her alone in the cottage . Around the corner , Nora felt like shed been struck by lightning . Everything faded into a blur . After giving birth to Alex , shed raised him almost entirely on her own . Arnold had rarely been involved . Once , Nora had been confident and ambitious . She had dreamed of building a diplomatic career or becoming a jewelry designer . After I left . Alpha father and son went craz Chapter 1 Marriage changed everything . She abandoned her aspirations to devote herself to raising Alex and supporting Arnold . Only in the past two years had Nora started contributing to the packs work again.Sometimes she traveled to other packs to strengthen alliances . During those times , Linda occasionally visited Alex . Nora had never imagined that Alex would come to see Linda as a better mother . There were no words more devastating , Nora leaned against the wall , trying to steady her breath . Shed sacrificed so much , working tirelessly to finish her tasks early , just to spend time with Alex . But now , it all felt meaningless . Nora returned to her room , packed the gifts shed brought for Alex and Arnold back into her suitcase . Perhaps she was never truly welcome here . It was time for her to leave . Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!