Chapter 20 Lorik and I played our roles as a loving couple , exchanging smiles and affectionate glances . Carolines happiness was palpable as she watched us . She recounted the pain of her past , her voice quivering with emotion as she spoke of her failed marriage and her sons estrangement . I just want to make sure youre happy , Shirley , she said , her eyes wet with tears . Lorik , you need to treat her well . She deserves all the happiness in the world . Caroline looked at both of us and then towards Lorik always wanted you to be a better person . To be a person who is loving and giving unlike your father who is just a cold hearted person and would do anything for power She stopped when she mentioned him and then asked again ? BTW how is Andrew doing ? She casually mentioned Loriks fathers name , as if he doesnt matter anymore He is contesting as an elder in werewolves council Lorik replied while looking down … Caroline sneered and said he was always so full of ambition , back then when he gave me up to become Alpha , and it amazes me that he hasnt asked you to sacrifice your Luna for a woman who can better help his campaign now . Lorik and I were both silent … The mood shifted slightly when Caroline noticed that I wasnt wearing my wedding ring . Where your ring , dear ? she asked , her voice laced with concern . I hesitated , unsure how to explain . Before I could respond , Lorik reached into his pocket and produced the wedding ring I had sold . He placed it back on my finger with a solemn expression . Shirley must have forgotten to bring it back last night , he said . I made sure to get it back for her . The gesture was intimate and deeply meaningful . Loriks eyes held a gaze that almost made me believe in the reality of our supposed love . Go My Alpha . Ha Koelt in Reppet s the evening came to an end , Caroline bid us farewell with a warm kiss on the cheek . Tm looking forward to the next time we can all be together , she said , her voice filled with hope . In the car , the atmosphere was heavy with silence . I finally broke it , voicing my concerns . Torik , you should have told Caroline the truth . Its going to be difficult for her when she finds out were separating . And with that I took off the ring to put it on the dashboard . Loriks expression was serious as he pulled the car over to the side of the road . He took my hand gently , removing the ring I had just taken off and placing it back on my finger . Im not giving up . Shirley , he said firmly . Tm backing out of the divorce . Come back and continue to be my Luna . His words hung in the air , a stark declaration that left me grappling with a whirlwind of emotions . The decision to continue living a lie , the complexities of our relationship , and the looming threat of Divorce all collided in a chaotic storm within me. The air was thick with tension as Loriks words hung between us . I shook my head , a wry smile escaping my lips despite the frustration boiling inside me . Im not going to be the woman you keep hidden away in the human world . Loriks silence stretched , and he looked away for a moment . When he spoke , his voice was firm . Its not about keeping a mistress . Even without the wolf , you remain Silvermoons Luna . His claim should have reassured me , but instead , it only deepened the chasm between us . Days ago , I might have been moved by his words , but everything had changed . My resolve was clear now I no longer wanted to be his Luna . Why ? I pressed , my voice steady despite the turmoil . Is it because youre afraid of becoming like your father , or are you trying to avoid your mothers expectations ? Loriks brow furrowed deeply , and he seemed at a loss for words . I could see the conflict in his eyes , but it wasnt enough . Lorik , I said , disappointment lacing my tone , you dont understand what love truly is . Loriks frustration was palpable . And do you understand ? he shot back . Did you ever truly love me , or was it all just duty and obligation ? Yes , I answered , my voice breaking with emotion . I took a deep pause . He was watching me like his eyes were in disbelief and that he wasnt expecting a thorough response from me .. I continued .. I loved you with all my heart . But that love ended the moment I discovered your betrayal . After I Let Go My Alpha . He knelt in Regret 16.1 face was a picture of disbelief and confusion . He reached out to me , but I was already pushing open the car door and stepping out . Shirley ! Lorik called , his voice growing distant as I walked away . I wasnt interested in further confrontation . 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