Chapter 10 : The Silver Trop Chapter 10 : The Silver Trop ( Sophia's POV ) I complacently tidied myself up in front of the mirror , a slight upward curve at the corner of my mouth . The seeds of doubt I had planted would soon bloom into beautiful chaos . I glanced at the stall where Elena had been one more time before sauntering away . My plan was working perfectly ( Elena's POV ) Not long after Sophia returned to the Crimson Moon Banquet Hall , I followed . The symposium concluded successfully , and I emerged with Nathan Sterling and two esteemed experts from the werewolf medical field One of the experts , Elder Harrison , praised my healing skills with genuine admiration . Tve heard from Nathan that you're a closed disciple of Professor Theodore Ashworth . You've mastered complex healing techniques at such a young age . I humbly credited my mentor . " Professor Ashworth taught me everything I know . " Elder Harrison chuckled warmly . " You're as modest as your teacher . That's the mark of true excellence " After bidding farewell to the two elders , Nathan and I headed toward the Steel Ascent . We found a crowd gathered in the Grand Atrium , their voices rising in agitation . Sophia stood in the center , claiming that her silver bracelet was missing . She demanded to check the building's surveillance footage . " Where exactly did you lose it ? " someone questioned . Sophia feigned grievance , her voice trembling . " I'm not entirely sure , but ... " She spotted me and deliberately stated , " I remember encountering Healer Elena in the Moonstone Washroom . After that , my bracelet went missing . " The crowd was surprised . Some of my institute colleagues expressed - disbelief . "That can't be right , " one whispered . Marcus arrived , his golden eyes scanning the commotion . His Alpha presence commanded immediate attention from everyone present . " What's happening here ? " he inquired with authority . Sophia tearfully told him that the silver bracelet he gave her was missing . Someone mentioned that Sophia claimed to be with Healer Elena when the bracelet disappeared . Marcus's intense gaze fixed on me . The weight of his stare felt like a physical blow . Nathan interjected , " There might be a misunderstanding . Elena doesn't seem like someone who would take bracelet . " Marcus's expression darkened dangerously . ( Marcus's POV ) Chapter 101 The Silver Trap My wolf Logan bristled , trying to protect Elena . However , rage consumed me as I questioned Natharts defense . " How long have you known her to defend her so vehemently ? I demanded . I Nathan chuckled , maintaining his calm demeanor . " I always stand for what's right . Evidence is necessary before accusations . " ( Elena's POV ) I felt a pang of despair , realizing Marcus wouldn't believe me . He would publicly humiliate me without hesitation . Marcus suggested checking my belongings , his golden eyes staring intently at me with Alpha authority . " We should search Elena's bag to see if she took it . " The crowd fell silent under the weight of his dominance . The air grew thick with tension , Sophia pretended to be reluctant . " It wouldn't be appropriate to search her belongings publicly . " Marcus retorted coldly . " If you suspect someone , they should be checked . Is there a problem with that ? " I turned pale and declared firmly . " I didn't take the bracelet . " Marcus questioned why I would fear a search if I hadn't taken anything . His voice carried the full weight of his Alpha command . Sophia approached me , urging me to allow the search . " If you truly haven't taken it , you have nothing to fear . " Sophia forcibly grabbed my bag . I reached for it , but Marcus stopped me . His Alpha command was clear as he told Sophia , " Search the bag ." Sophia opened my bag and pulled out a diamond bracelet . The surrounding people gasped in shock . They looked at me with changed expressions . Some commented that they never expected Healer Elena to be that kind of person . I remained calm , though my wolf Cora snarled internally . I realized Sophia had planted the bracelet during our encounter in the washroom . I wondered if Sophia's repeated attempts to frame me were because of Marcus . Despite our mate bond being private , she somehow sensed the connection . Sophia feigned disappointment . " Even if Elena liked the bracelet , she shouldn't have taken it without permission . " The crowd's accusations and jeers fell on my ears like silver daggers . Each word cut deeper than the last . Marcus noticed my pallor through our mate bond . He felt an uncomfortable tug in his chest and told everyone to disperse . Sophia looked at him in disbelief , surprised by his sudden intervention . I spoke up , my voice steady despite the chaos . " Is everyone saying I stole the bracelet ? " Marcus frowned at my question , I ignored him and approached Sophia directly . Without warning , I slapped her across the face win all my - Chapter 10 The Silves Trap strength . The sound echoed through the atrium . Everyone was shocked by my sudden display of defiance . Nathan was stunned , not expecting me to be so fierce . Marcus grabbed my wrist , his grip firm and painful . " What are you doing ? " I retorted that I was defending my Innocence . " Someone has to stand up for the truth . " I scoffed , my wolf Cora's defiance bleeding through my voice . " I wouldn't steal anything . If I wanted the bracelet , I'd take it openly " I challenged Sophia directly . " Explain how I could have stolen a bracelet that was supposedly on your wrist without you noticing . Is your hand as thick as your skin ? " Sophia , flustered , tried to explain . " The bracelet wasn't on my wrist- I pressed on relentlessly . " If it was your favorite bracelet , why weren't you wearing it ? How would I even know about it to steal it ? " Marcus grabbed my wrist tighter , his Alpha authority flaring . When will you stop making a scene ? " I looked at Marcus in disbelief . My mate bond trembled with hurt as I asked , " Is defending my innocence considered making a scene ? " Marcus scoffed , his golden eyes cold as winter . " The bracelet was found in your bag . How can you claim innocence ? My voice choked with emotion . I wouldn't do such a thing- Marcus cut me off harshly . " I only believe in evidence . " Sophia intervened , urging Marcus to let it go . " Please don't make things difficult for Healer Elena . " I laughed bitterly , the sound hollow and broken . It seems I'm destined to be smeared with dirt . " I glared at Marcus and Sophia before turning to leave . My dignity was all I had left . ( Marcus's POV ) My wolf was furious , clawing at my consciousness to protect our mate . But I suppressed Logan's instincts with iron will I pursed my lips , feeling an uncomfortable pull through our mate bond . The sensation was foreign and unwelcome . Sophia stopped me from following Elena . " Don't make things difficult for Healer Elena . " Comments Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!