Chapter 11 : Confrontation and Consequences Chapter 11 : Confrontation and Consequences ( Sophia's POV ) Marcus coldly rejected my advances , his voice cutting through me like ice . " III have Amber drive you back . " He walked away without looking back , his broad shoulders rigid with dismissal . I watched his retreating figure , gripping the silver bracelet tightly in my hand . The metal bit into my palm as venomous hatred filled my eyes . How dare Elena compete with me for an Alpha ? How dare she think she could win ? I pulled out my phone and made a secretive call ( Elena's POV ) At the Shadowspire Tower parking lot , I was surprised to find Nathan Sterling following me . " Why did you believe in my innocence ? " I asked , genuinely curious . Nathan's carefree smile softened with sincerity . " I trust Professor Theodore Ashworth's judgment . He taught you , so you must have integrity . " He paused , then chuckled . " Besides , I've earned the nickname " women's friend ' in my social circles . I've encountered all types of scheming she - wolves . I can easily see through petty schemes like that . " His support touched me deeply . " Thank you , Nathan . " " If you need help , just ask ," he offered warmly . A cold voice suddenly cut through our conversation . " Young Master Sterling is interested in her ? " I recognized Marcus's voice but refused to turn around . The most humiliating part wasn't Sophia's scheme - it was Marcus's reaction to it Nathan's voice turned sarcastic . " Why did you abandon your little she - wolf? Hasn't she been promoted to official Luna status yet ? " Marcus ignored the sarcasm and grabbed my arm , pulling me to his side . "I need to discuss something with her . " Nathan stepped forward protectively . " Her affairs are my concern as Professor Ashworth's student and my junior . " Marcus's golden eyes flashed dangerously . " Young Master Sterling , are you capable of handling such concerns ? " The veiled Alpha threat hung in the air as Marcus forcibly dragged me away . Despite my struggles , Marcus pulled me to his car . I finally broke free and exploded with anger . " You just want to defend your first lovel " I shouted , my voice cracking with pain . " Do you plan to send me to the Territorial Enforcement Station ? Charge me with theft and or imprisoned so you can be with your white moonlight ? " me detained 13 < Chapter 11 Confrontation . My chest heaved with fury . " Let's sever our mate bond immediately so you won't be criticized for having a thieving former motel " ( Marcus's POV ) I pushed her against the car door , gripping her pale , palm - sized face and forcing her to look at me . " Did I ever mention detention or imprisonment ? " I demanded , my brow furrowing with concern at her bloodless complexion . Elena's mocking smile twisted her features . " Do you want me to apologize instead ? " " You slapped her , " I stated simply . Elena's smile faded as she asked calmly . " Do you want to slap me back in return ? " I stared at her, realizing that after six years of mating , I was seeing her stubborn side for the first time . This version of her was more appealing than her previous submissive self . " I thought you were a pushover , " I commented . Elena stiffened , understanding my implication that she was easy to manipulate . I released her and loosened my tie . " The matter is closed . Don't provoke Sophia again . " Elena was incredulous at my accusation . 1 provoked Sophia ? That's utterly ridiculous . " She pushed away my hand . " Go find your Miss Rivers . " She walked away , leaving me watching her retreating figure . My expression darkened as her transformation from six years of unchanging compliance to current resistance made me extremely uncomfortable . Something was trying to escape my control . ( Elena's POV ) The next day , I went to work as usual at the Northern Territory Central Healing Institute . Yesterday's incident had created obvious bias among my colleagues . Though everyone remained silent on the surface , private gossip was rampant . I didn't bother to defend myself since I had already applied for a transfer . The rumors eventually reached Director Henry Baker , who summoned me to his office . " Is there a misunderstanding between you and Healer Sophia ? " he asked carefully . He sighed heavily . " Since Sophia is Alpha Marcus's chosen person , conflicts should be avoided . " My heart sank as he continued . " Your work will be transferred to Sophia for the remaining days ." I was stunned . " Are you certain Sophia can handle the responsibilities ? " This was essentially stripping me of my authority , even though I wasn't at fault . Director Baker explained apologetically , " This is Alpha Marcus's decision to promote Sophia . I'm powerless to change it ." My chest tightened , but I managed to say , " I understand . " As I left the director's office , I encountered Sophia . She smiled provocatively and mockingly thanked me . Chapter 11 Confrontation " I never expected Marcus to go so far for my sake , " she gloated . ( Marcus's POV ) Meanwhile , at the Blackwoo Consortium's Alpha's Command Chamber , Amber Stone reported to me . " I contacted Director Baker as instructed ," she said , then questioned , " Do you really intend to let Sophia take over Elena's responsibilities ? " As the only person in the company who knew about our secret mating bond , Amber always referred to Elenal as " Luna Elena . " I absently spun an antique globe on my desk . " I owe her . " I knew clearly that I only felt indebted to Sophia . I would try to fulfill whatever she wanted . Since Elena had slapped Sophia , I felt this was appropriate compensation . Comments Watch videos get points ( 0/10 ) > H Vot Discover our latest featured short drama reel. 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