Chapter 15 : Confrontations and Revelations . Chapter 15 : Confrontations and Revelations ( Sophia's POV ) I was stunned by Elena's sarcastic remark , my face turning ugly . What did that she wolf mean by mocking me ? The audacity of her words burned in my chest like silver poison . When I heard movement in the corridor , I quickly put Marcus's phone back in its original position and stepped aside . My heart raced as I tried to compose myself . Marcus and Amber Stone entered the Alpha's Command Chamber , Marcus frowned slightly upon seeing me " Have you been discharged from the hospital ? " he asked , his golden eyes scanning my face with concern : I confirmed I was fine , forcing a weak smile . " I only need a few days of rest . " I quickly changed the subject , not wanting him to dwell on my injuries . " We should have lunch together . Oliver hasn't seen you for a while !" Without checking his call records , Marcus simply glanced at the pack business messages on his desk " Alright . " His easy agreement filled me with satisfaction . At least he still cared about Oliver and me ( Elena's POV ) I met Nathan Sterling at the Northern Territory Restaurant , apologizing as I approached his table . " Sorry for being late . " Nathan looked up from his phone with his usual carefree smile . " A few minutes don't matter . " He sent me the recovered surveillance footage through a secure message . " Fortunately , the person who deleted it wasn't professional . Otherwise it would have taken much longer to restore . " I thanked him , my voice heavy with gratitude . " lowe you so much . Let me compensate you for your coat that Marcus threw away . Nathan refused with a wave of his hand . " It's just a piece of clothing . I'm glad to help fulfill Professor Theodore Ashworth's request . " When I mentioned my upcoming job transfer to Riverstone Medical Center and plans to visit the professor , Nathan looked puzzled . " Transfer ? Why are you leaving the institute ? " Before I could answer , a familiar voice interrupted our conversation , " Uncle Marcus ! " Oliver's excited voice rang through the restaurant as he ran ahead . My expression stiffened as I turned to see Sophia and Marcus walking leisurely into the same restaurant . Sophia wore a custom purple slip dress with high heels and exquisite makeup . They walked together like a perfect couple . Despite having anticipated this scene , my heart still ached like a physical wound . I reflected bitterly that in six years , I had never been able to stand openly beside Marcus as his true Luna . Yet Sophia had achieved this in just half a year . Chapter 15 Confrontation . Perhaps I really had delayed Marcus all these years . ( Sophia's POV ) Marcus's gaze fell on the two people by the window . He slowed his pace with a slight frown , his golden eyes darkening . I noticed his reaction and followed his gaze . A barely detectable coldness flashed in my eyes before I took Marcus's arm . " Are Elena and Nathan on a date ? " I asked sweetly . " Should we go say hello ? " When Elena's eyes met Marcus's , he looked away indifferently as if she were a stranger . " We should eat first . " I smiled and followed , turning back to give Elena a challenging and triumphant look . The satisfaction of seeing her pain was intoxicating ( Elena's POV ) Nathan observed the situation carefully , his usual playful demeanor turning serious . "What's your relationship with Marcus ? As an outsider sensing the subtle dynamics , he had long wanted to ask this question . The tension in the air was palpable . " I have no relationship with him , " I replied , my voice carefully neutral Seeing my reluctance to elaborate , Nathan didn't press further . We finished our meal in relative silence . As we parted outside the restaurant , I asked for another favor . " I promise to treat you to dinner in return . " He readily agreed with a warm smile . " Anything for Professor Ashworth's favorite student . " After Nathan left , I received a text from Marcus telling me to come to the parking garage . I stared at the message hesitantly without replying . Then my phone rang . The caller ID still showing " Alpha Marcus ' made me momentarily dazed . I remembered how Marcus never used to contact me actively Occasionally he use our mate bond to call me . Yet now he was both texting and calling . I answered with a distant tone . " Alpha , what do you want ? " Over the sound of a lighter , he seemed to be smoking . His voice was low and lazy . " Didn't you see my message about coming to the parking garage ? " " You can find Sophia if you need something ." I said coldly . Marcus mocked me through the phone . " Has finding Nathan as a backer made you bold ? " Confused by his meaning , I remained silent . " It's literal , " he continued . " My patience is limited . " I hung up and went to the underground parking garage . There I saw Marcus's handsome face- once beloved , now resented . " Why did you withdraw David's defense lawyer ? " I asked directly . " I told you not to provoke Sophia , " he replied , exhaling smoke . Chapter 15 Confrontation Though I had expected this answer , it still hurt like silver cutting through my chest . " You're breaking your promise because of Sophia . " " I never actively provoked her. It was the other way around . " Marcus told me to stay away from Nathan . The Blackwood family's Luna can't afford any scandals . This cut me like silver shards to the heart . He cared about the Blackwood family's reputation and Sophia's reputation . While I was only required to follow his " rules . " " What if it were your scandal ? " I challenged . " I wouldn't have any , " he said brazenly . I thought coldly of the " illegitimate child " scandal I had seen . He could lie so easily . When I started to mention him , Sophia , and her son , Marcus coldly interrupted . " Don't involve others in our affairs . I realized he was afraid of his " white moonlight " being labeled a mistress before our mate bond was severed . With clenched fists slowly relaxing , I said coldly , " You needn't worry , I won't delay you much longer . " " I wish you both a hundred years of happiness . " As I turned to leave , he suddenly grabbed my arm . I looked back , sensing unusual panic in his usually calm demeanor . He began to speak , but his words were cut short . Oliver suddenly ran over , calling " Uncle Marcus ! " and hugging Marcus's leg . This seemed to snap Marcus back to reality as he released Elena . He placed his hand on Oliver's head with loving eyes . " Why did you come down ? " he asked gently . Oliver explained that he and his mother had been waiting and came down out of concern . ( Sophia's POV ) I approached , looking at Elena with hidden sharpness . " Why isn't Nathan accompanying you ? " Having clearly seen Marcus grab Elena's arm , hatred nearly spilled from my eyes . I couldn't allow a male who once loved me desperately to be seduced by another she wolf . I would never let Marcus escape my control . When Elena asked what business it was of mine , I offered sweetly , " I could communicate with leadership . about your suspension . " " I know you're angry about being suspended because of me ." Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!