Chapter 8 Two hours and a half later , he returned to my room . His arms slipped around me from behind , his chin resting on my shoulder a familiar gesture that now felt like a strangers touch . My Luna , he whispered , his voice rough . I only protected her to keep her calm , to control the * silver sickness . She has barely a moons time left . Please , show mercy … for me ? I pulled away from his touch . Ill show mercy . And give you to her completely , my wolf howled silently . Thorne my steady , controlled Alpha practically bounded from the room like an eager pup , rushing to share the news with Silvana . But before the moon could rise again in the night sky , he returned , his tail metaphorically tucked between his legs . My Luna … could we temporarily break our mate bond ? His words fell like ice between us . The healers say shes failing fast . I … I want to grant her final wish . Her final wish is to break our mate bond ? The words tasted like ash in my mouth . Thornes silence was answer enough . Its temporary , he added quickly . Once she joins the Moon Goddess , well renew our bond . I looked at the wolf Id loved for ten winters , seeing a stranger in his fur . And our territory ? The four dens , the hunting grounds , our pack savings ? Keep it all , he said , waving his hand dismissively . Ill leave the pack lands with nothing . A broken laugh escaped my throat . Very well . Thorne clutched his chest suddenly , as if our fraying bond physically pained him . We should go to the Pack Council now , he said , barely containing his eagerness . I … wont have time later . Too busy comforting a dying wolf , I thought bitterly . But it didnt matter anymore . The mate bond that once sang with power and promise now felt tainted , corrupted like drinking from a stream poisoned by silver . My wolf curled her lip in revulsion at his scent , once so precious to us . His touch , his presence , even the memory of our bond all of it felt defiled . After I Let Go My Alpha . He Knelt in Regret Hapter & Corrupted to the core . the great Alpha whod throw away his pup , betray his mate , and mock sacred pack laws for an outsiders dying wish he wasnt worth the dirt beneath our paws . Let him run with his silver sick beta . My wolf and I would rather face a thousand moons alone than share another moment with a mate whod fallen so far from pack honor . 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.