Chapter 4 A soft knock echoed through the hospital room , followed by a young betas scent . Alpha , Silvanas condition is worsening . Shes calling for you . My heart clenched at the interruption . Of course she would call for him now right when I needed my mate most . Thorne tucked the blanket around me with practiced care , his touch lingering longer than necessary . His scent marked me unconsciously an Alphas instinct to protect their mate even when leaving . ly Luna , her moon is setting . he murmured , voice rough with barely contained emotion . I need to be there Need ? I whispered , my voice hoarse from crying . Just like you needed to take our pups life for her son ? The words tasted like poison on my tongue . He flinched , his Alpha composure cracking . Rayne , please understand- Understand what ? My wolfs grief turned to ice in my veins . That your Luna , your mate , lies here bleeding from losing your pup , but you run to comfort an outside beta ? Tell me , Alpha , what should I understand ? Thornes eyes flashed gold with pain . Youre my heart , my Luna . But as Alpha- As Alpha , you chose her over your own blood . Over your mate . Over your packs future . Each word- fell like frozen rain between us . Your beta calls . ། He reached for me , but I turned away , curling deeper into the cold hospital sheets . After a moments hesitation , he left with swift , urgent strides , his Alpha presence diminishing with each step . I opened my eyes to watch him go , noting how his shoulders carried a tension Id never seen before not even when challenging for his position as pack Alpha . His scent disappeared around the corner , replaced by the harsh bite of wolfsbane and silver from the medical wing . The mate bond stretched painfully between us , growing thinner with each of his steps toward her . I stared at the empty doorway until my vision blurred , feeling something inside me crack and splinter . This wasnt just about losing our pup anymore . With every choice he made , every time he put her before us , another piece of my love for him died . The room felt suddenly colder , emptier . I curled into myself , seeking warmth that only pack could provide , but finding none . The truth settled over me like a funeral shroud I was losing more than hapter 4 our pup today . I was losing the mate I thought would stand beside me through every moon . bitter laugh escaped my throat . How fitting that the medical wings silver burned in my lungs it couldnt possibly hurt more than this betrayal . 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.