Chapter 2 : The Rejection Chapter 2 : The Rejection Chapter 2 : The Rejection . ( Elena's POV ) For a moment , hope flickered in my chest . Was he refusing because he cared about me ? " My grandmother wouldn't agree either , Marcus continued coldly . " Don't even think about it . " The door slammed shut behind him . I stood there , feeling a crushing weight in my heart . My previous thought was laughable . He wasn't refusing for me . He was refusing because of his grandmother . But I knew something he didn't Margaret had already agreed to the bond severance . The next morning , Catherine Hayes arrived as usual . Marcus was already gone . I ate breakfast alone , trying to appear unaffected by his absence . The silence in the dining room felt heavier than usual . Catherine moved through the estate , cleaning with her usual efficiency . She paused in the Great Hall , looking around with confusion . " Luna , why are so many things missing from the estate ? " I forced a smile . " I threw away some old and unimportant things . " Catherine nodded , not pressing further . But her observant eyes lingered on me with concern . At noon , my phone rang . Director Henry Baker's urgent voice filled the line . " Elena, we need you immediately . Critical healing session . " " What happened ? " " Construction worker fell from a building site . Steel rebar through the skull . The healer skilled in cranial healing is away . Only you can perform this . " I grabbed my medical bag and rushed to the Northern Territory Central Healing Institute . The healing room was filled with tension and the metallic smell of blood . Sophia was already there , standing far from the patient's bed . Unlike the other healers examining the patient , Sophia couldn't bear to get close . She kept gagging , covering her mouth with a handkerchief . The Healing Assistant approached me . " The patient has a steel rebar penetrating through his head . It's lodged deep . " Sophia looked up , her face pale . " Elena , are you sure you can handle this ? The patient might die if you fail . " I met her gaze steadily . " Can you do it if I can't ? " She fell silent , stepping back further from the patient . " Everyone except Sophia , prepare for emergency healing , " I commanded . " We're starting now . " 1/3 Chapter 2 : The Rejection Sophia's face flushed with annoyance . " I need to comfort the family , " she said stiffly , leaving the healing room . I examined the patient carefully , checking for damage to the brainstem and major blood vessels . The steel rebar had missed the critical areas by mere millimeters . " We can save him ," I announced to my team . The healing session lasted five hours . We carefully removed the steel rebar and performed skull reconstruction using moonlight herbs with healing power . Sophia had left halfway through , unable to handle the intensity . Her humiliation was obvious to everyone present . As dusk approached , the patient's vital signs finally stabilized . The healing room erupted in relieved sighs . * Excellent work , everyone , " I said , exhaustion weighing on my shoulders . News of the successful healing spread quickly through the institute . Another life saved , another testament to our team's skill . After the healing , the other healers informed the patient's family while I went to Director Baker's office . " Outstanding work , Elena , " he said , genuine admiration in his voice . This is exactly why we need you here . " He leaned forward , trying once more . " Please reconsider your transfer . The Riverstone Medical Center doesn't deserve talent like yours . " I shook my head firmly . " I've already made my decision , Director . But I promise to help if you need me for emergencies . He sighed , reluctantly accepting defeat . " Very well . But my door is always open if you change your mind . " Leaving the director's office , I saw Marcus walking toward me down the corridor , " Why did you target Sophia in the healing room ? " Marcus asked without preamble . I was stunned . " Target her ? I was saving a patient's life . " " You publicly embarrassed your colleague . That was unprofessional My chest tightened . He was here for Sophia , not to congratulate me on the successful healing . " I was the lead healer on that case . I had every right to make those decisions . " Marcus's eyes hardened . " And I have the right to replace you if you continue this behavior . " His words cut deep . Marcus was the biggest investor in the institute . When Sophia returned , he had placed her in our institute despite her inferior skills . I reminded myself of my transfer decision . His threats meant nothing now . " Alpha always wants to change things . Then change it . " Marcus's smile froze . He stared at me intently , something shifting in his golden eyes . I only called him " Alpha " formally in public , never in private moments like this . " What did you call me? " he asked , his voice dangerously quiet . " Alpha ," I replied calmly . " Isn't that what you want me to call you ? " 2/3 Before he could respond , Nurse Rachel appeared on the balcony : " Healer Elena , the patient's family is arguing with Healer Sophia outside the ward Marcus immediately left , abandoning our conversation . I followed , my heart heavy with familiar disappointment . The patient's family member was shouting at Sophia outside the ward . I arrived to find Marcus already there . pulling Sophia protectively into his arms . She looked pitiful against his chest , her delicate frame trembling . The family member was intimidated by Marcus's imposing Alpha presence . " She showed disgust at my brother's wound during rounds ! " the family member accused . " Called it revolting ! " Sophia shook her head weakly . I was feeling sick . I didn't mean anything by it . " Marcus's voice was gentle as he addressed her . " It's alright , Sophia . " Then he turned to the family , his tone authoritative . Tll cover all medical expenses . Your brother received the best care possible . " The family member backed down , mollified by the generous offer . " I'm sorry , Marcus , " Sophia whispered . Tve caused you trouble . " " It's good you're okay ," Marcus replied , his hand stroking her hair tenderly . Other staff members watched the scene with knowing looks . Their whispered comments reached my ears . " They look so well - matched . " " The Alpha really cares for her . " " She will be Luna soon , I bet . " Marcus's eyes met mine across the crowd . I felt a pang of bitterness , realizing how superfluous I was in this picture . They looked like the perfect couple , while I stood alone in the shadows . - The contrast was stark and painful . This was my reality watching my mate comfort another woman while I remained invisible . 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