Chapter 18 : Accusations and Consequences Chapter 18 : Accusations and Consequences ( Alexanders POV ) I found Scarlett standing on the mansions terrace , her back turned , framed by the sunlight . The ceremonial choker glinted at her throat , a cruel reminder of the crumbling situation . As I approached , my anger boiled over . Every step ry step I took drew Mason closer to the surface . Her immunity to me was infuriating enough , but now Hazels sudden departure hung over everything like a curse . Did you orchestrate Hazels sudden departure ? I demanded . My voice was low , sharp , and filled with barely contained rage Scarlett paused for barely a moment , her posture loose and unbothered . Slowly , she turned , her emerald eyes gleaming with amusement . The sight sent heat racing through my chest . Her Ips curled into a mocking smile . Youre worried about your precious Grace now ? Is that it ? I clenched my fists , willing Mason to stay stay in check . Answer the question , Scarlett . She lifted a single auburn brow , feigning surprise . Oh , was that supposed to be a question ? It sounded more like a hollow command to me . Her sarcasm sliced through the warm air . Did you = Interesting , isnt it ? she cut me off smoothly . Her voice was calm , every word a deliberate taunt . Graces mysterious illness suddenly worsening at the most inconvenient time ? Its almost poetic when you think about it . My blood burned hotter . This isnt a joke , Scarlett Isnt it ? Her expression hardened , though her mocking tone remained . A frail Luna to be conveniently falling apart just when whatever farce youre trying to paint becomes untenable ? The universe has a strange sense of humor , doesnt it ? Mason growled deep in my mind , the sound thunderous and demanding . Enough My tone warned her to back down . She laughed , a cold , sharp sound that echoed off the stone walls of the terrace . Enough ? Its barely begun , Alexander . Youve spent months letting her string you along , and now you want to blame me for your failure ? Hazel leaving before Graces condition reached critical isnt a coincidence , I snapped , taking a step closer . Mason was pushing against me , his frustration threatening to spill over . Recall her . Now Scarlett tilted her head , and those emerald eyes of hers narrowed in challenge . Or what ? My breath hitched as her question hung in the air . I took another step forward . You dont understand whats at stake , Scarlett You mean the pack , she shot back immediately , her voice laced with venom . The council . The alliances . The politics . How could I forget ? Its always about them . Never about the people . Youre sabotaging her treatment , I said through clenched teeth . 1 what youre doing if the Council finds out Theyll punish me ? Scarlett interrupted , her voice dripping with disdain . Those emerald eyes gleamed as she stepped toward me , not away . What will they do , Alexander ? Take away my title as your useful stand in Luna ? She laughed . You dont frighten me , neither do they Mason snarled furiously in my mind . The marking ceremony will not proceed until Grace fully recovers , I said , my tone a deliberate warning . Mason rose to the edge of my being , daring her to dely me further . Scarletts lips twitched , her expression darkening into cold amusement . Is that a threat , or another empty promise ? Because if its the former … She crossed her arms , her posture every bit as defiant as her words . Her voice was a dagger , amed straight for my pride . Grace might not live long enough to see the consequences of my actions . The bitterness of her mockery hit me like a blow . My patience snapped . Mason surged forward without hesitation , and I advanced on her , the growl in my chest escaping without restraint 1/2 Before I could move another step , a commanding voice cut through the tension . Alexander ! Chapter 16 . Land Conseque I froze mid step , my head snapping toward the doorway . Mother stood there , her sharp gaze narrowing further as she absorbed the scene before What is the meaning of this ? she demanded , her voice cold and precise . Her fury pressed against my alpha instincts , forcing me to still . She stormed onto the terrace , her presence suffocating and absolute Scarlett , unaffected by the tension around us , turned to look at Victoria with a detached expression Luna Victoria , I trust youve been enjoying the view from up there ? Before Mother could respond , I released a sharp , audible growl . Her arrival did little to douse the fine consuming Mason and me Without another word , I stormed past Mother , my boots echoing on the terrace floors . I felt her probing presence through our pack bond . The sting of her disappointment was almost palpable . Behind me , something metallic clinked softly . I turned slightly just in time to see Scarlett removing the ceremonial choker , the moonstone centerpiece glinting faintly as she set it on the marble table . What are you doing ? Mother snapped , her voice teetering between disbelief and fury . Scarlett met her gaze without flinching My apologies , Luna Victoria , she began , her tone calm but laced with finality But I cannot accept this symbol . Not while your sons loyalties remain so . She trailed off deliberately , her smile thin . Divided Divided ? The The single word stung through the pack link . Youd best explain yourself , Scarlett Scarlett didnt hesitate . Her voice was steady , each sentence measured like a blade meant to mm . Perhaps Alexander can explain it better himself . Ask him about his frequent visits to Grace over the past months Mother blinked , stunned into silence Scarlett stepped closer , her emerald eyes unflinching under Victorias growing glare Theres a particularly interesting incident from last moon cycle , Scarlett continued smoothly An important pack ceremony . Do you recall it , Luna ? Because Alexander certainly does . He left halfway through to be by Graces side The air around us tightened , and for once , I didnt need to feel through the band to know what my mother was thinking . Her shock rippled through the pack link like a charged wave . Glowering at the terrace floor , I stormed into the mansion before this argument devolved further . As I disappeared into the shadows of the study corridor , I could still feel Scarlett behind me . Her words dug deeper than I wanted to admit In my private space , I slumped against the desk , my breath heavy with pent up emotion . You chose this , Mason rumbled lowly . His growl cut into every fragment of guilt knotted within me . Showing his voice out . I stared blankly at the wall . Behind the thick wood of my doors , muffled voices rose in intensity Mother was confronting Scarlett , no doubt demanding every detail about what she had revealed . I didnt need the pack link to feel my mothers growing rage . Soon , it would all fall on me . Mother would seek me out , too . Memories of slipping past pack gatherings to rush to Graces side came back to haunt me . That night , Graces mental call had been fragile and terrifying. How could I have ignored her cries ? And yet here I was , every action only serving to deepen the chasm between my obligations , my family , and the woman who could be this packs strongest Luna . Mason growled again , pacing ferociously under my skin . Youve let everything spin out of control . Lifting a hand , I pressed it hard against my temples , breathing through the weight of it all . 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