Chapter 2 My eyes burned as I gazed at Thorne , slumped beside my hospital bed . Even in rest , his alpha presence was unmistakable the sharp , noble features of both his human and wolf forms evident in his face . At just 35 , hed become one of the youngest Alpha leaders of a major pack in the Northern Territories , his exceptional ability to bridge the gap between wolf and human worlds making him legendary among our kind . Our life together had been simple but sweet , filled with the quiet joy of mate bonds , until Silvana joined our pack . She was different a rare pure blooded Arctic wolf shifter . Thorne praised her strength , her unique abilities , her potential to strengthen our bloodline . During pack gatherings and hunt ceremonies , he spoke of her often , his eyes shining with an admiration Id never seen before . I told myself it was just pack politics after all , pure blooded Arctic wolves were rare and valuable t any pack . Even when my wolf bristled with unease , I suppressed her instincts . He was our Alpha , and pack loyalty ran deeper than personal feelings . Last night , Thorne returned home , his usual powerful aura dimmed with exhaustion . He held me close , his wolfs distress bleeding through their shared bond . Before I could offer comfort , he spoke : My Luna , we need to wait for our pup . My heart froze . Wed just seen the pack healer , who confirmed our pup was strong , their tiny wolf spirit already flickering within me . His arms tightened around me as he explained : Silvana has silver sickness . She wont survive the next moon cycle . Her son , Hunter … she fears for his future . I knew of Hunter a rare throwback to the ancient bloodlines . Despite my grief for Silvana , I offered : We can raise both pups together , as pack . She wont accept that , his voice roughened with emotion . She fears her son will be treated as lesser than our blood pup . He nuzzled my neck , a wolfs gesture of comfort : Once Hunter finds his mate and continues the bloodline , we can have our pups . Your body will be stronger then . I recoiled , my wolf howling in protest . This is our pup our blood ! How could you choose anothers child over our own ? Thornes eyes flashed alpha gold , his voice turning to ice : The pup hasnt formed its wolf spirit yet . It has no pack rights . Then Ill leave the pack ! I snarled . Ill raise our pup alone ! But I never got the chance . He used his Alpha command something hed sworn never to do to me and everything went dark . When I woke , our pup was gone . In the ongoing romance novel "CEO's Twins Want Mommy Back" by CrushReel, Cassandra finds herself in a seemingly perfect marriage with a loving husband and adorable stepchildren. However, her troubled past looms large, raising questions about the true stability of her newfound family. As she navigates the complexities of blending her past and present, Cassandra must confront the shadows that threaten to disrupt her blissful facade. What secrets lie beneath the surface, and how will she protect her newfound happiness from the ghosts of her past? This modern tale delves into themes of redemption, family dynamics, and the intricate balance between love and secrets. The unique blend of billionaire romance and office drama adds layers of intrigue to Cassandra's journey as she strives to keep her personal life from unraveling. With a compelling narrative that intertwines sweet romance with contemporary challenges, "CEO's Twins Want Mommy Back" stands out as a must-read for fans of heartfelt stories set against the backdrop of corporate intrigue. Experience the emotional rollercoaster of Cassandra's quest for love and acceptance in this captivating novel. Available to read online at CrushReel, immerse yourself in a world where past mistakes collide with present desires, promising a gripping narrative that will leave readers yearning for more.