Chapter 14 I knew immediately it had to be Lorik . I instructed the clerk to tell him I was busy and to leave . Once the room was cleared of any remaining questions or concerns from the students parents , I made my way downstairs . There , Lorik was waiting in the lobby , his face clouded with anger . He ́hadnt left ; instead , he was conversing with Maurice , who wore a self satisfied smirk . Maurice , noticing my arrival , leaned closer and whispered , If you need help getting rid of your ex , just let me know . Horiks eyes flashed with fury . This is a matter between me and my Luna . You have no right to intervene , or I might challenge you myself . I shook my head . Maurice , I need to handle this myself . Maurices expression softened into a smile . Its my duty as your lover to support you , he said, causing Loriks anger to flare even more . Lorik led me to his car , lighting a cigarette as we walked . The smell of smoke was almost unbearable . I frowned . Please dont smoke in the car . Ive tolerated it before because of your condition , but I dont like it . He paused , surprised , then extinguished the cigarette with a sigh . The people who kidnapped you rogues with old grudges against the Silver Moon Pack theyve been mostly dealt with . However , some are still on the run . You should be careful . I nodded . Im aware . The next werewolf council is in half a month . Well finalize everything then . Loriks face turned pensive . After a long silence , he spoke , his voice soft but resolute . May be we should not break our ties of being MATES * This unexpected declaration sent a jolt of shock through me . My heart raced , caught between hope and confusion . What could he be planning ? Why would he make such a declaration now ? Loriks words , I froze for a while and then gathered some strength to ask Why .. Why do you regret it ? We are MATE , Lorik stated firmly . Even if you cant be a proper Luna , our relationship wont change . After I Let Go My Alpha , He Knelt in Regret 13.20 ། hapter His words stung . What are you saying ? I demanded , trying to keep my voice steady . The position of Luna is for Lorcia . You dont have the wolf to sit in that position . But youre still my lover , and I will give you a lot of money to enjoy a privileged life in the human world . I couldnt stand it anymore . You selfish , cold blooded bastard ! I shouted , my voice shaking with anger . You only care about the packs interests , never about me ! I slammed the car door and stormed off . I expected the condescending Alpha to leave in anger at my insults . However , after a few steps , I heard the car creeping behind me . He rolled down the window and called my name . I turned around , glaring at him . What else do you want ? Ive never seen you like this before , he said , his tone almost curious . I didnt know you played the piano or liked flowers . I smiled bitterly , remembering what Lorcia had said about him being romantic . We dont even know each other , do we ? Lorik was silent for a moment . Three years ago , you needed assistance for your pack , and I needed a Luna . You didnt have a wolf , and I was disabled in the war . We had to become a pair . Although we are each others mate , theres no love . You just play the role of Luna , dont you ? Hearing him say that , I felt my heart ache. Tears welled up in my eyes . All the care Id given him in these three years , everything I did out of love , was seen as duty . A breeze blew , and I raised my hand to straighten my hair and wipe the tears from the corners of my eyes . When I lowered my hand , I noticed Loriks hard look . Wheres the wedding ring on your hand ? he asked grimly . I sold it , I replied , my tone sad . Loriks eyes widened in anger . How short of money are you , to the point of selling your wedding ring ? You were the one who betrayed this marriage first , I shot back . Theres nothing left of it . Besides , I was kicked out of the pack overnight by you and Lorcia . If I hadnt sold my wedding ring , I would have had to go wandering . Lorik seemed to have never considered that I , as a Luna , wouldnt have my own private vault . He froze , then said seriously , After I Let Go My Alpha , He Knelt in Regret 13.3 % Get in the car , tell me which shop you sold the ring at and we will go and buy it back now felt mocked in my heart and turned him down , stating , Even if we buy the ring back whats the point , we cant get our marriage back . Lorik grimaced and just when I suspected that he would jump out of the car and force me to get in his car to buy the ring back , At that moment , his phone rang . 1 After I Let Go M 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. 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