Chapter 16 : The Truth Unveiled Chapter 16 : The Truth Unveiled ( Sophia's POV ) I pretended to be sincere , almost making myself believe the act . Elena simply smiled and said , " There's no need , the truth will reveal itself . " She left with those words . My expression stiffened slightly Sensing the Alpha's gaze beside me , my spine tensed . I looked at him pitifully and said , " Marcus , if I had known Healer Elena disliked me so much , I shouldn't have come over ..." Marcus calmly withdrew his gaze , picked up Oliver , and said , " You should stay away from her in the future . " The words were directed at me . I was stunned for a moment , then lowered my eyes . A flash of coldness passed through them . " Marcus , are you protecting Healer Elena ? " I asked . Marcus frowned tightly , not answering my question . He said calmly , " She has a heavy mind . Getting too close to her will make you suffer losses . I'm doing this for your good . " Hearing this , my heart cleared of the gloom that had gathered . I was no longer worried . Even if that she - wolf Elena had the ability to seduce Marcus , so what ? I had plenty of ways to get rid of Elena , this menace ! I must become Marcus's true Luna ! ( Elena's POV ) Late at night , I had just lain down to sleep when I suddenly heard movement outside the bedroom . The originally pitch - black bedroom was filled with dim yellow light . I lay with my back to the door , opened my eyes , and saw the shadow on the wall approaching the bedside . I remained silent and closed my eyes , pretending to be asleep . In the past , I would wait alone all night for Marcus to return , but never saw his figure . After waiting too long . getting tired of waiting , and becoming disappointed , I stopped waiting . ( Marcus's POV ) I stood by the bed for a moment , then took off my coat and tie and walked toward the bathroom . From beginning to end , Elena maintained the same sleeping position , not moving even when I finished my shower and came out of the bathroom . When I lay down beside her , she became stiff for a moment . I was too close , so close that my breath lingered around her ear I noticed the trembling of her eyelashes but silently lay down and turned off the light . I never exposed her pretense ( Elena's POV ) Chapter 16. The Truthi tho I didn't know when I fell asleep , but when I woke up , I was sleeping on the Alpha's arm Such a situation had never happened before , and I was momentarily lost in thought . Marcus was sleeping deeply . This seemed to be the first time he had slept in late in front of me The Alpha's straight body faced me , with a corner of the window gauze lifted . The porcelain - white light covered him in a hazy manner For a moment , his outline was clear , yet also blurred . Quiet , languid , and noble all were his appearan I thought I was dreaming and wanted to reach out and touch him . Until the Alpha slowly opened his eyes and I suddenly awakened , almost instantly sitting up from the bed . After a few seconds of eye contact , I looked away " Sorry , it won't happen again , " I said , getting off the bed and walking into the bathroom . After I finished washing up , I was about to go to the dressing room when I pushed open the door and saw Marcus standing in my wardrobe area . The originally full shelves were now quite empty Marcus turned to look at me , his golden eyes carrying some inquiry . " Where are your things ? " " I threw them away . " I replied without changing expression , having prepared my explanation . " Anyway , they were all things I bought with my own money . I can dispose of them however I want , can't I ? " The things I had packed and taken away were all my own belongings . The items belonging to the Blackwood family remained untouched on the shelves . Marcus glanced at the left shelf , where the jewelry and designer bags were still there . He didn't think much of " As you wish , " he said , taking a dark - colored tie and walking out of the dressing room . I leaned back against the cabinet and breathed a slight sigh of relief . Even if he knew , he wouldn't care , would he ? ( Sophia's POV ) When I arrived at the healing institute in the morning . I immediately sensed something was wrong . Several pack nurses were pointing and whispering about me behind their backs . When I approached and listened , I heard a nurse say , " I didn't expect Healer Sophia's fall was self - directed and self - performed . Doesn't that mean Healer Elena was wrongly accused ? " Another nurse replied , " Who told Healer Sophia's mate to be Alpha Marcus ? Being framed , Healer Elena could only be unlucky ! " " Previously , Healer Sophia accused Healer Elena of stealing her bracelet . Now it seems it might t also be ... The nurse's words were cut short when someone nearby seemed to see something and urgently stopped her from continuing . The pack nurses saw me and looked at each other awkwardly . They had received gifts from me but now were gossiping behind my back . I hid the coldness in my eyes and walked toward the nurses ' station , acting nonchalant with a smile . " What video are you talking about ? Can I see it ? " A nurse hesitated before reluctantly handing over her phone . Upon seeing the video , my expression changed Chapter 16 The Truth Une dramatically . How was this possible ! I had clearly deleted this surveillance footage ! " Who sent this video ? " I demanded . The two nurses looked at each other and shook their heads . " It was sent in the executive group , saying it was to ... clear Healer Elena's name .... My face turned slightly pale . The executive group ... I knew those executives had connections with Marcus Could he have seen this surveillance video too ? I had done everything so secretly - who could it bel Suddenly , a person flashed through my mind : Elena . Yes ! It must be her ! ( Elena's POV ) Meanwhile , in Director's office , Director Henry Baker had naturally seen the surveillance video . He tightened the lid of his thermos and looked at me with earnest concern . " Elena , I know you've been wronged during this time . Originally , I wanted to keep you here , but ... " He paused and sighed . " After these incidents , I'm beginning to think your choice to transfer might not be wrong . " Director Henry Baker explained that his position as director was promoted by Margaret Blackwood . With Sophia backed by Marcus , no matter how much he valued me , I wouldn't have an easy time staying at the Central Healing Institute . One couldn't fight against Alpha authority and pack influence . I smiled knowingly . " Thank you for your understanding , Director . " Later , I returned to my office to find Sophia waiting for me . This didn't surprise me . " Does Healer Sophia have business with me ? " " Healer Elena , what does the surveillance video mean ? " Faced with Sophia's sharp questioning , I smiled , " Finally willing to drop the pretense ? " Sophia smiled through gritted teeth . " Healer Elena , I didn't expect you to be so persistent . Making such a big fuss over such a small matter ? " Tm just proving my innocence . Why should I bear this undeserved disaster because of you , just because you have Marcus behind you ? " I turned to face her . Mentioning Marcus , Sophia's smile turned cold , her eyes carrying provocation . " I knew it - there's something between you and Marcus . During the years I wasn't here , Marcus must have kept you , right ? " Her mockery darkened my expression . Seeing this , Sophia became more convinced of her thoughts . " Indeed ! But unfortunately , I'm back now . 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